I knew that I would be using Teacher's Apple since it was one of my newly purchased stamps from Papertrey Ink. I paired it with Polka Dot Basics and Background Basics: Text Style, two of my "go-to" sets. My color palette was simple; Red, Olive, Kraft and White. If you have been around a while, you will remember that last year's gifts were done with the same theme and colors.
For the librarian and music teacher I made a simple basket box and filled it with "Hershey's Nuggets" in a cellophane bag. I punched each circle from Kraft cardstock & frosted them with white ink. I then stamped the Text style image using Vintage Photo Distress Ink by Ranger onto each circle. Then I was able to stamp the sentiments, etc. I thought that this quote worked nicely for the two teachers since there are musical masterpieces and well as literary masterpieces.The two classroom teachers both got a nugget tin, card and of course I had to add an "Applebees" gift card with each one. I purchased a set of three $15 dollar gift cards at the grocery store, which made things super easy. I have one left over that I will be giving to the Principal at our June PTA meeting along with the third nugget tin.
I was running out of time, so I needed to make the cards super simple. After I was done, I realized how similar Saturday's SFYTT was to my card. I guess it must have seeped into my subconcious when I saw it for the first time.
I finally found my stash of Hinged Tins that came in super handy. I had "tucked" them away and I couldn't, for the life of me, find them. Yay! Nugget tins to the rescue. For the labels around the nuggets, I used the super fun Limitless Labels stamp set. I really need to use it more often since it has so many fun images for all kinds of occasions. For the belly band, I stamped the red cardstock using Polka Dot Basics and then added the circle image using foam squares. For these circles, I added a little zig-zag stitching for some extra detail. I colored the apples using copic markers. The white highlight on each apple was done with a white gel pen.
I was running out of time, so I needed to make the cards super simple. After I was done, I realized how similar Saturday's SFYTT was to my card. I guess it must have seeped into my subconcious when I saw it for the first time.
For the Secretaries, I got some apple soap, added a tag and called it good! I know that they aren't "official" teachers, but I am sure they do their fair share of "teaching", so I thought that this sentiment worked well for them.
As I dropped them off, one of the secretaries wanted to see what other goodies I had in my basket. She said, "oh...you are the papercrafty girl that leaves us things! " I had to laugh, because in years past, I have just left them on their desks without a note saying who they were from. I guess my good deeds have now been "discovered"! LOL!
Today is our first "official" day of summer vacation! Yay! We woke up to a steady rain fall, but it hasn't dampened our spirits. We will be heading to the library to sign up for the summer reading program. My kids brought home a calendar that has a suggestion of something to do each day and that is what today suggested. What a perfect idea for a rainy day. Rockwell booed the idea, but Emma was eager, which is a good sign! It is imperative that she keeps reading throughout the summer to keep her on track. I still haven't signed her up for summer school, but I think traditional school gets out this Friday, so I still have time.
Rowan had his four-month birthday on the 20th. I can't believe how fast time is flying by. I took a few photos to capture him at four months. I have been very diligent about taking them each week and on each month mark. The blanket that I was using as my backdrop had fallen by his face, but I think it turned out really cute. He had his mouth opened so perfectly, I snapped the picture. Well...speaking of Rowan, he has woken up from his nap, so I need to go! Thanks for fluttering by!
What a beautiful assortment of teacher's gifts you've created here! And your baby, soooooo ADORABLE :)
ReplyDeleteOh what wonderful gifts. And that Rowan, he is adorable!!!
ReplyDeleteAdorable school gifts! Working at a school, I KNOW that the recipients would absolutely love these!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cutie Rowan is!!! He surely is growing quick!
Oh my goodness...what a fabulous teacher gift set! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a terrific basket of gifts. As a retired teacher, I can tell you that they will be very much appreciated!
ReplyDeletewell your gifts are awesome- but I mainly want to say how BEAUTIFUL Rowan is!!! What a sweet baby! :)
ReplyDeleteFabulous assortment of teacher gifts!
ReplyDeleteRowan is a little darling. What beautiful eyes!
Oh my heavens. That apple soap is such a great idea. Your tags are so darling. Love it all!
ReplyDeleteI don't know what I like better - the teacher gifts or Rowan! He's SO adorable...and your teacher's gifts are just perfect!
ReplyDeletethat is one very pretty baby boy
ReplyDeleteWhat fabulous gifts! I'm sure they will all be loved!
ReplyDeleteHi!! Beautiful work!! I'm a teacher primary school!!! I love this teacher's gifts.
ReplyDeletehugs
Adriana from Córdoba, Argentina
What a treat! These gifts are so fun. And the treat at the end!! Adorable Rowan. Hugs to you both. Naturegirl
ReplyDeleteThis has got to be the absolute sweetest photo~oh he is so adorable...and I can't believe he's four months already!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm in love with your teacher gifts - your colors are yummy as are the gift contents!
These are some more fabulous projects! You really inspire me to pull out all of the stops for my projects. Everything you do is so detailed and over the top in such a great way.
ReplyDeleteBecause you inspire me, I've nominated you for the "Kreative Blogger Award" on my blog. Visit my blog if you'd like to grab the graphic, and pass it along to seven people that inspire you. I know I'd love to see who you turn to when you're looking for inspiration! Thanks for making such lovely projects to share with us.
Wow, great gifts you have created! Some people are going to be VERY happily surprised!!!
ReplyDeleteRowan is THE most beautiful baby! And this coming from a Mom that also had pretty boys; but he truly IS just gorgeous!!! WOW, his beautiful face just makes me smile :-)
Oh my word! Too freaking adorable! And very timely. :) Thanks for the idea.
ReplyDeleteWonderful projects and GORGEOUS baby!!
ReplyDeleteThese are awesome!! I would *flip* out if I received these from one of my students!!
ReplyDeleteSuch fabulous gifts! I love that set and I love that twill tape with the ruler stamped on it! Everything looked perfect for giving to the teachers.
ReplyDeleteWhat a FABULOUS assortment of gifts!!! And so sweet of you to show such appreciation for the teachers and other staff members at your kiddos' school! Great job! And that little Rowan is adorable!!!
ReplyDelete