Here are some of my Monday Made Its this week
Next up I made these post-it holders for my desk. I got the idea from Alison who originally found the idea on Joann's blog. I think they will come in handy when I need to write a quick note to a student, parent, or coworker.
I always lose track of how many years I've been teaching so I counted my class pictures. Please tell me I'm not the only one. Well....counting class pictures still didn't help because I'm missing a couple of years of pictures. Each year the class picture looks a little different and it bothers me. I started brainstorming ideas because I also have no wall space left. I think I came up with the perfect solution for me. Maybe it will work for you as well?
Too many pictures and different borders each year! YUCK!!!
First, I scanned my class pictures and inserted them into a cute digital frames found here.
Here is my finished product Buzzing through the Years. I think I'm going to like it.
Last but not least- My lucky ducks were getting worn down so I made some insta-sticks with my partner in crime. I like how they are very plain. If you'd like a copy click here.
This week has been a lot of fun. I've teamed up with a wonderful friend who lives practically next door. We've been busy this week creating and eating. Double Trouble is what happens when two girls that love to create, eat, talk, and laugh get together. We hope you'll follow us too! Since there will be two of us creating... you can request custom items here.
Want to see today's giveaway?
It's a $25 gift card to Outback/Carrabbas/ Bonefish
YUM!
I'm off to check out the other creations
Oh my! You should totally get the create to educate award. Your room is going to look amazing. I can't wait for the reveal. Your behavior beads have me so excited!!! Whoot
ReplyDeleteAww thank you. I'm so excited to take pictures because I am getting a new camera. I hope the beads work wonders for you this year.
DeleteI love your buzzing through the years frames. You are really creative and come up with some great ideas. I have enjoyed getting to read your blog this summer. I also wanted to tell you when you asked me if I use Illustrator, I emailed you back and said it was Photoshop Elements. I meant to tell you it was Photoshop Elements 10. I didn't know if you wanted to know the version I use or not. Thanks for sharing. I can't wait to see what all you do this year.
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teachingtidbit.blogspot.com
Awww thanks Jamie. I love reading your blog as well. Thanks for the heads up on which version.
DeleteWow! You've been busy! I love the bee holder for the class pictures. Such a great way to display them! Did Mr. Nelson coin the phrase Double Trouble? :)
ReplyDeletehaha... you know he did :) He thinks we're nuts. I bet he can't wait til the first day of school. We have taken over the house and the computers.
DeleteI love all of your stuff!! I had a sneak peak of a couple things on instagram and was looking forward to reading your blog post!
ReplyDeleteHeidi
Secondgradealicious!
Thanks Heidi,
DeleteGlad you stopped by!
What a great idea for your class pictures! I put mine in a binder BUT I like your idea better. You are always awesome and post such great things!
ReplyDeleteTina
Crofts' Classroom
Thanks Tina. The binder is a great idea as well. I'm going to but my originals in there. Thanks for the tip
DeleteThat is a lot of stuff that you made! Looks great! I love the idea of all your class pictures together! I need to do something like that as well.
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Thanks Jess! I think it will take up less space.
DeleteI love those picture frames! What a great idea! Can't wait to see your room!
ReplyDeleteteachingwithmrsbro@blogspot.com
Thanks Natalie... I can't wait to take pictures because I got a new camera! YAY
ReplyDeleteLove the bee with all the pictures! I was thinking I need to make some instasticks too, they seem doable and then I realized I don't use numbers lol. I have two classes and can't keep track. Maybe I can make some after I get their names.
ReplyDeleteJessica
Literacy Spark
Yes just wait til you get a list. Do they sit in assigned seats? Maybe you could use desk as their stick
DeleteThe bees are so cute! You have really done some creative things with the bee theme. Love the picture frames!
ReplyDeleteJennifer
Love Teaching Kids
Thanks Jennifer. If I ever switch theme I'm going to be in some trouble.
DeleteOh my gosh, everything is adorable. You are so lucky to have a crafty buddy. I love the instadoor goodies. I think I need a superhero one.
ReplyDeleteTerri
The First Grade Princess
Thanks Terri,
ReplyDeleteBTW I LOVE the leis.
Those photo frames are adorable! Everything you do is adorable!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Angela! You are too sweet
DeleteOMG!!!!! I love the photos! Extremely cute!
ReplyDeleteJena
1st Grade with Miss Snowden
Where in the world did you find that adorable bottle cap bee? I love it! What a great photo display idea.
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DeleteI love your class pictures! I have all of my previous classes on my wall too and they're not cohesive at all! I love the idea of scanning them to make them match! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteA Tall Drink of Water
Thanks Rachel. It was super easy.
DeleteI love the class picture idea! May have to do that but will need a long string, hah!
ReplyDeleteGlueSticks&Crayons
Thanks girl! It was easy. Maybe you could do two strings . I thought about that to balance it out.
DeleteI absolutely LOVE your "Buzzing through the years" classroom pic idea. So cute!
ReplyDeleteThanks Heather
DeleteLove the Buzzing Through the Year picture idea...I honestly cannot wait to do this. 20 years for me this year! Wow, can't believe it!
ReplyDeletekellybrown28021@gmail.com
I bet it flies by! Thank you
DeleteI'm so excited for you and Allison's new adventure with Double Trouble! I'm sure great things are brewing!
ReplyDeleteErin
Short and Sassy Teacher
Thanks Erin! We are trying to get creative.
DeleteGreat idea with the pictures!!! I already have your 1st day signs framed that I used last year! Lovin' the updates!
ReplyDeleteMegan
Mrs. Wheeler’s First Grade
Mrs. Wheeler TpT
I love how you are displaying your class pictures...:) I used to do something similar. Imagine my excitement when I clicked over to Double Trouble and saw that the bee themed tags are a free download! So excited...:) Thanks so much!!!
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Vicky
Keep Calm and Imagine
Those numbers for your Instasticks are so cute! Thank you for sharing. Could you please tell me what the font is? I'd like to fill in one of those blank circles with a 32 in the same font so that whatever kiddo is 32 in my class this year isn't odd man out!
ReplyDeleteThanks!
-Dani
A Place to Thrive
The font is love ya like a sister
DeleteLa ya like a sister
ReplyDeleteYou are doing a great job on your blog and TPT! Keep it up!
ReplyDeletedonna@vccubed.com
I love how you acknowledge your past without taking up a lot of room in your classroom. My old school didn't do class pictures, boo. So the only ones I have are ones I took myself!
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