Back to School means packing lunches! Packing lunches means it is time for easy DIY lunchbox notes. This post is intended to inspire you to create darling little notes and spruce up those lunches with inspiration and love. Xyron creates awesome organizational boxes AND adhesive that make it easy to manage and always ready to go. This post is sponsored by Xyron but the ideas are my own. Start by …
Before I get started I have to say for the record, I LOVE my new Cricut Explore Air 2. I am a new user and in being completely transparent….have made nine trips to the crafts store in five days. I have been playing with my machine and making things for hours and hours every day. I really love how it brings my ideas out of my head and practically to …
With Back to School comes the start of a new relationship, most of the time with a new teacher. Some teachers are simply amazing and deserve to be treated to the best of gifts for the holidays and Teacher Appreciation. As my kids have been growing up, I have been know to send it gifts at random times for no reason other than I respect the job that the teachers …
Spreading kindness around a school staff can really support the overall morale and energy which ultimately support relationships. I spent the weekend with my principal friend working on some awesome projects for Back to School. We worked on creating a Random Acts of Kindness for a School Staff challenge to kick off the new year before the kiddos even come back. It came out super fun so I am totally …
I am going to admit something before I even start to write this post. I was completely opposed to even the thought of using a stencil when painting prior to creating this project. I had the idea that it would mean that my artistic talents were not enough. I am happy to say that through the creating of this second homework station for an appearance on FOX News, I have …
It was super fun to make this Creative Back to School Polka Dotted Rainbow Bulletin Board with Oly*Fun. I so miss being in a classroom during this special time of year so jump at every chance to create things for my friends who are still teaching. During Back To School Night, lots of teachers have ways that they request supplies and donations from parents and families. This rainbow dots bulletin …
How To Bake Rainbow Cake Stacks The first day of school is always so crazy exciting for students, teachers and parents. Well at least it is in our house! We take photos in the morning on the first day of each new year. We also pack special treats in lunchboxes and have even more special ones waiting for when the kids get home. This year I am making the girls …
How to Create an Effective Homework Station With Wine Crates Sometimes the hardest part of getting homework done for kids is in the organization of their “things”. You can easily create an effective homework station that includes kid input and decision making. Because it includes painting, kids can even choose their own color scheme for their space. Keep in mind, the parent does not have to like the colors. What …
Back to School Printable Signs I am excited to share these Back to School Printable signs for grades Pre-Kindergarten through Five. That first day of school is an exciting one for sure. It is fun to take a photo documenting that send off to a brand new grade. You can grab them in my Teachers Pay Teachers store. They will be FREE in the store! If you grab the printable …
I love Back to School season. It is so exciting for teachers, students and families. Getting everything ready from supplies to organization is always so much fun. My kids love getting their schedules then contacting all of their friends to find out what classes they will be in together. You can make your own felt no-sew Back to School Pencil Pouch in a matter of minutes. Seriously, Fabri-Tac from Beacon …