Originally published August 2014.
Hayden just started the 1st grade a few weeks ago and I can hardly believe it! So far, so good and he loves his classroom and his teacher. Since I know that teachers are always looking for items to add to their classrooms, I thought that Hayden and I would make a fun gift for his teacher to store some of her supplies – and get her some new supplies too, of course!
We headed to Office Max, which I must imagine is a teacher’s wonderland. There was so much that I wanted to get for myself, but I headed to the pen aisle to stock up on items like PaperMate, Sharpie and Uni-Ball products. These would be great for the fun craft that I had in mind. I also couldn’t resist picking up some Mr. Sketch markers – I loved these when I was a kid!
I’ve mentioned before here on Sippy Cup Mom, that I like easy crafts and I promise this is an easy one! All of my supplies for this were picked up from Office Depot and my local craft store.
Teacher’s Create Caddy
Supplies include:
– wooden crate
– chalkboard spray paint
– 4 mason jars
– chalk
– embellishments and/or ribbon {optional}
– supplies like Sharpies, PaperMate pens and Mr. Sketch markers
How to create:
Using chalkboard spray paint is super easy – EXCEPT that you have to make sure that it’s not too hot outside and that the humidity is under 85% or it won’t stick very well. Since the temperature around here has been over 100 degrees, I waited until about 9pm to go outside and spray the crate. It takes about 5 minutes and it dries in 15 minutes – or you can leave it to dry over night.
Once dry, simply place the mason jars inside the crate and fill with fun and necessary supplies like Mr. Sketch markers, PaperMate pens and Sharpie markers! Then, use chalk to write whatever you want on the crate! I wrote create since I love the idea of having a Create caddy. I’m already making one of these for my desk too.
I absolutely can’t wait for Hayden to bring this to his new teacher. I think she will love having these fabulous supplies in one place, right at her fingertips. All of it is such great quality too – just what teachers need!
If you’re looking to get organized at home or wanting to buy some supplies for your child’s teacher, head to Office Max or Office Depot where right now you can save $5 off your purchase of $20 or more on Select Newell Rubbermaid Brands which includes PaperMate, Expo Neon Window Markers, Sharpie, Uni-Ball, & Mr. Sketch.
Through August 30th, you’ll also be ale to score these deals – Select PaperMate Flair 4pk’s: $4, Sharpie 12CT Asst Fine & Ultra Fine Asst: $6, Sharpie Dozen Box Black Fine & Ultra Fine: $6.
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Cute idea! I WAS going to school to be a teacher before I decided on cosmetology so this kinda stuff makes me all giddy!
This is the cutest!! Would even love to make this into a homework station crate for afterschool time. I shared on Pinterest and Facebook! @GoldenStateMom 🙂
That is so adorable!! Also, I am Sharpie obsessed. I have a metallic set that I use ALL the time!
Such a cute idea! I would have loved this on my teacher’s desk in the classroom!
Love this caddy! It would be great for a kids workstation too!
Nothing beats Sharpies! I have way too many to count. Great ideas!
What a cute, thoughtful gift! Her teacher is gonna love it. 🙂
I am thinking I might give this a try and give it as a teacher gift for Christmas. Thanks for the idea.
That’s so cute and creative! This would be great for my sister now that she has a new job with teaching. Maybe I’ll make one as a gift.
this is so darn adorable, i love it!
I love it!!
That’s a beautiful teacher care package. I love all the beautiful colours, you’re really thoughtful
So fun! I love sharpies!! Their new pens are awesome too! Love what you did with the crate. Really cute!
What a cute little gift! My son wanted to give his teacher chocolate, so she got chocolate at the start of this year. 🙂
That is seriously so cool! I should whip one up for my sons teachers!
such a creative post I love it, I’m a huge fan of sharpies I love this
Love that idea! What a great DIY!
What a cute idea for a DIY! This would be a great teacher gift!
This is so adorable. Great idea!
I love the look of the caddy! So organized and colorful!
What an awesome DIY, who wouldn’t love getting this for a gift?
So simple and so cute. Looks great!
Ahh! This is such a great idea! Especially when you don’t really have a “desk” with drawers! I love this!
What an amazing idea! I still need to get more pieces for my son’s first day of school presents for his teachers. I may just get something like to add on. 🙂
Oh my gosh I love this!! Yes! I would love to get one as a teacher (and I’m just the computer teacher)
Looks great even for non-teachers! I would love to keep all my pens organized!
What an adorable caddy. How cute! I love scented markers.
I love this crate! I love that it’s painted with chalkboard paint, and the ribbon is a cute touch!
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That is such a great idea Maria’sSpace
This looks great – I’ll have to share this with my daughter! I do appreciate you sharing with Home and Garden Thursday,
Kathy
What a wonderful, thoughtful, *useful* teacher gift! So many times, teachers (I am one) get very sweet, beautiful little gifts from students and parents, but something pretty *and* practical is always appreciate so much. Thanks for sharing!
This is a wonderful and creative gift for a teacher, love this! Love the chalkboard paint on it. Very cool!
What a fun and easy idea! I bet his teacher loved it!
This is a good idea. I love it. So creative. I’m going to make one of these for my desk, too. Thanks for sharing
What a great idea! It’s a cute and practical gift
This is a great idea to make for any teacher.
Even though my kids are long past the days when I gave teacher gifts, I still love to see great ideas. This is one of them! Teachers are always in need of supplies.