I whipped up this “Thanks for Helping Us Grow Teacher Gift” with the magnet cartridge for my Xyron Creative Station. I have to tell you, this machine totally rocks!!! I think this is such a great way to let a teacher know that they are super loved because it is kid-made, usable and reusable. Once the novelty of the metal flower pot has worn off (or the flowers have moved …
This DIY T-Shirt tote is easy peasy to make with the awesome template from Nancy’s Notions and a sewing machine. I think it is the perfect teacher gift for teachers who have been at it for many years in a row and already have all the mugs and apple things they can handle. It is also great for special teachers like band directors and drama teachers. With performances and events …
These DIY quick sew totes for teacher appreciation are a great way to tell a special educator how much they matter. They can be made in any size to be ready to hold all kinds of things. This one is the perfect size for a book, making a great combination for a spectacular gift. The premium felt from Kunin is awesome because it is easy to work with, sturdy and …
Last weekend we had an awesome time at our DIY De-Stress workshop making tools and sharing ways to get rid of worries and anxiety. It is so hard to believe how much kids have in their minds and hearts these days. I seriously hope that these tools make a difference for the kiddos who participated and all of the kids that will make them as a result of this blog …
These Seneca Apple Chips for teachers treats are sure to be a hit. I tried them for the first time last week and oh.my.gosh they are fantastic. They are totally crispy chips with a sweet and delicious crunch. They are great by themselves and great to dip too. I whipped up a darling printable tag that you can add to the bag with a hole punch and ribbon to turn …
Making DIY painted clipboards with personalized paper for teachers is such a fun gift idea. I love it because when I was in the classroom the best gifts were the ones that I could actually use. Don’t get me wrong, I appreciated every single mug. However, I could only drink so much coffee and hot tea. These painted clipboards can be done by the kids or the parents to gift …
DIY Weighted Plush Anxiety Buster Monsters for Calming Kiddos These weighted stuffed monsters are really cute, super soft and heavier on their bottoms than their tops. I made the pattern this way because some of the kiddos I know like weighted animals to hold as they find it calming. The weighted monsters can be made from any fabrics but we love using fleece best. These DIY weighted monsters for calming …
Springtime is filled with great reasons to gift wine to friends. From Teacher Appreciation to Mother’s Day, I bet you have some friends who love wine. I most certainly do. These decorative clay embellished wine corks make great necklaces that turn a bottle into a gift. This post is sponsored by Sculpey but the ideas and opinions are my own. To get started, you will need the following materials and …
There are still plenty of days to run out to your local craft store and buy some beautiful colors of felt to make your own Easter decor. The great thing about it is that is springtime too so you can leave it up for the whole month of April and beyond. I am a proud member of the Kunin® Felt Dream Team and excited to round up some of my …
Spring is a great time to create home decor that is bright, cheery and full of flowers. Our girls are in a unicorn craze right now which is totally magical. This unicorn flower pillow came out so great because I used a new tool from Nancy’s Notions on the corners. I cannot wait to share it with you and show you how you can make a unicorn flower pillow for …