{"id":286,"date":"2022-04-09T12:05:46","date_gmt":"2022-04-09T12:05:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/locrine.com\/in\/crafty-ideas-for-teacher-gifts\/"},"modified":"2022-04-14T11:45:19","modified_gmt":"2022-04-14T11:45:19","slug":"crafty-ideas-for-teacher-gifts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/locrine.com\/in\/crafty-ideas-for-teacher-gifts\/","title":{"rendered":"Crafty Ideas for Teacher Gifts"},"content":{"rendered":"

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If your child would like to thank his\/her teacher for a wonderful year at school, you may find yourself in search of crafty ideas for teacher gifts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Decorated Candy Jar<\/h2>\n

For very young children, the best crafty ideas for teacher gifts are simple projects that don’t take too long to complete. In this case, a decorated candy jar is a great option.<\/p>\n

Supplies<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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  • Glass jar, tin can, or other container suitable for holding candy<\/li>\n
  • Paint, markers, crayons, stickers, ribbon, and other supplies for decorating the jar<\/li>\n
  • Bag of Lifesaver candies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Instructions<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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    1. Decorate the container as desired. Feel free to be creative! Try drawing pictures that describe the work your teacher does or writing out words that describe his\/her personality.<\/li>\n
    2. Make a sign that says “You are lifesaver to our kids! Thank you for all your hard work!”<\/li>\n
    3. Attach the sign to the container and fill it with individually wrapped Lifesaver candies.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
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      Personalized Stationary<\/h2>\n

      Teachers write lots of notes, but you can make the task more fun with a unique stationary set.<\/p>\n

      Supplies<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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      • Computer\u00a0and printer<\/li>\n
      • Rubber stamps in school themed designs<\/li>\n
      • Ink in colors of your choice<\/li>\n
      • Markers or colored pencils<\/li>\n
      • Blank letterhead, envelopes, and note cards<\/li>\n
      • Colorful ribbon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Instructions<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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        1. Print the teacher’s name and classroom information onto the letterhead, envelopes, and note cards using the free font of your choice.<\/li>\n
        2. Stamp a pretty border around the edges of each item.<\/li>\n
        3. Use markers or colored pencils to add extra interest to your design.<\/li>\n
        4. Tie a pretty ribbon bow around the completed items for an attractive presentation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
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          Decoupage Pencils<\/h2>\n

          Teachers go through lots of pencils during a typical school year, so why not surprise your favorite teacher with an assortment of pretty writing utensils? To make this gift extra special, decorate a tin can or glass jar with ribbons, scrapbooking rub-ons, and other embellishments to make a customized holder for your pencils.<\/p>\n

          Supplies<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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          • Plain pencils<\/li>\n
          • Foam paint brush<\/li>\n
          • Mod Podge or white school glue mixed with water<\/li>\n
          • Tissue paper or decorative paper napkins<\/li>\n
          • Green florist foam block<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Instructions<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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            1. Use a pencil to make a series of holes in your floral foam block.<\/li>\n
            2. Tear paper into one inch squares.<\/li>\n
            3. Starting at the top of the pencil, brush Mod Podge onto the pencil. Cover the entire pencil with paper squares, overlapping slightly.<\/li>\n
            4. When the entire pencil is covered, add another coat of Mod Podge to seal and protect your creation.<\/li>\n
            5. Place your decorated pencil into the floral foam block, eraser side down. Allow to dry completely before use.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
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              Salt Dough Magnets<\/h2>\n

              Magnets are a practical gift that can be used throughout the year.<\/p>\n

              Supplies<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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              • Two cups flour<\/li>\n
              • \u00bd cup salt<\/li>\n
              • \u00be cup hot water<\/li>\n
              • Cookie cutters<\/li>\n
              • Acrylic paint<\/li>\n
              • Paint brush<\/li>\n
              • Magnet strips<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Instructions<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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                1. Make a batch of salt dough.<\/li>\n
                2. Use cookie cutters to cut your dough into the desired shapes. Letters, stars, apples, or happy faces are all good choices for a teacher.<\/li>\n
                3. Microwave for three minutes.<\/li>\n
                4. When cool to the touch, decorate with acrylic paint.<\/li>\n
                5. When paint is dry, add magnets to the back of the design.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
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                  Additional Crafty Ideas for Teacher Gifts<\/h2>\n

                  If you still need more crafty ideas for teacher gifts, LoveToKnow Crafts recommends visiting the following helpful Web sites:<\/p>\n

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                  • Family Fun, a great resource for all sorts of craft projects, has a section devoted to teacher appreciation gifts.<\/li>\n
                  • Kaboose\u00a0has compiled a list of simple and fairly inexpensive teacher craft projects.<\/li>\n
                  • Creative Kids at Home\u00a0has a few simple teacher gift projects appropriate for very young children.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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