Teacher Gift Idea: DIY Journal with Paperclip Bookmarks
Back to school is right around the corner and I love kicking off the new school year with a small gift for my child’s teacher. This year, I decided to make this very easy personalized DIY journal...
View ArticleBack to School Countdown Calendar
Summer is winding to a close and school will be starting before you know it. Relish those last days of summer fun with this back to school countdown calendar. We have added a fun activity to each day...
View ArticleHomemade Teacher Gifts: A Bouquet of Freshly Sharpened Pencils
Once upon a time, I taught in the classroom. And I kept adorable little pots of pens and pencils on my desk. It would usually take about a month for me to ask aloud, “Why don’t I have anything to write...
View ArticleHandmade Stenciled Note Card Set
Handwritten letters are rarely seen anymore, but there is one group keeping this fading art form alive: teachers! When I was a teacher I kept a stack of cards in my desk, so I was always prepared with...
View ArticleBack to School Gift Idea: Ruler Star Hanging
I can’t be the only one who feels as though summer is slipping through my fingers. The break is already halfway over, and before you know it, it’ll be backpacks and lunch kits and “Tell me you haven’t...
View ArticleColored Pencil DIY Coaster Gifts For Teachers
My children go back to school very soon….in about two weeks actually! I can’t believe how quickly the summer has gone by. We have been so busy this summer but we have created a lot of fun memories...
View ArticleTeacher Care Package Ideas
Hi Friends! I am bringing you another quick and fun teacher gift to start your new year off right – teacher care package ideas! This care package is so easy to make and should be a hit with any...
View ArticleThe Simplest Ways to Make the Best of Going Back to School
It’s that time again. Summer is starting to wind down while you desperately try to get your family in back to school mode. But, that can be tricky. Luckily, there are some simple ways you can start...
View ArticleA DIY Teacher Gift Idea: The Sharpie Mug
Staff rooms often carry a mish-mash of mugs. And staff rooms in schools are no different. We know that teachers love a good cup of joe. Why not give them a mug that can’t possibly be mistaken for...
View ArticleEmergency Mason Jar Teacher Kit
Can you believe back to school is right around the corner? We’re sad to see summer go and not quite ready for the fun to end. The kids are making the most of the end of summer vacation by checking off...
View ArticleBack-to-School Teacher Gifts You Can Make in Five Minutes
We’ve already been posting some adorable ideas for back-to-school teacher gifts (see our ruler star back-to-school gift), but if you’re short on time, we’ve got some quick ideas you can use. These...
View ArticleBack-to-School Fashion Trends You Can Try Yourself
Before you drag your kids to the mall to do some clothes shopping, make sure you’re up on all the latest back-to-school fashion trends. As summer winds down for 2014, fall fashion styles are hitting...
View ArticleOur Top 10 Back-to-School Tips for an Organized Start
August is on its way out. Your kids are either already back in school, or counting down the days. So, what are you supposed to do with all of your free time? While we doubt you need our help with that...
View Article“Thanks For Helping Me Grow” Teacher Cards {With Free Printable}
Hi Friends! The school year is coming to a close. It’s been a good year in Kindergarten for my little one. It’s just amazing how much they grow over the school year. We wanted to give his teacher a...
View Article3 Easy DIY Book Cover Ideas
School season is almost upon us and before you know it we’ll be elbow deep in number 2 pencils, wide-ruled paper, and after school snacks. Of course, there’ll also be new school books that will need to...
View ArticleCreative Lunch Box Note Ideas For Kids
If you have kids who are home every day in the summer, right about now you are gazing at the calendar, willing school to start as soon as possible. I mean, how many camps, games and crafts can one...
View Article“Our Year Looks Bright” Teacher Gift Idea
This afternoon when I got the mail, I had two little bills waiting for me. Back to school fees. Eek! It is hard to believe, but we are already in July and my children only have about 5 more weeks of...
View ArticleHow to Make a Mesh Wreath – School Pride Themed
Football season is upon us and I thought I would show off our school spirit with a deco mesh school pride wreath. I customized this wreath to our local high school team, however you can make a version...
View Article13 Ways to Get Organized for Back to School
Back to school is quickly approaching! It is that dreaded time of year when everyone must snap out of summer mode and in to schedules, homework and school supplies. If you haven’t started planning for...
View ArticleAnimal Face DIY Pencil Case for Back to School
It’s hard to believe that we are past the halfway point for summer, and that school is around the corner! If you’re making things for your kids for back to school, now’s the time to start planning!...
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