Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Matching Mother Daughter Outfits {oh,no}

Matching outfits for Mom and her Daughter? "NO WAY" This I have to say has NEVER been on my list of things to do with my little girl.
I've always thought this style was a bit much, and screams "look at us".
Then CrewCuts made my favorite Tippi heart sweater for little girls.





I have to admit, this outfit was not planned for the same day, YES, I totally knew we had the same adorable sweater, Yes we both absolutely love it...but when I came home from school yesterday and my little girl was wearing the same outfit, my heart did melt!  We giggled, we hugged and of course we snapped some photos!

Monday, September 24, 2012

Meet the Teacher

Today was "meet the teacher" boy..am I tired!!
Although I have been teaching for quite some time {16 yrs}, I feel like I'm still nervous and anxious..and..I'm still sweating and babbling while talking to the parents..
Can you believe that after all of these years I am still reading straight off my cheat notes, ugh..and the worst part is my bright red,red,face!
On the positive side, my classroom looked great, neat, and organized.
I had lots of student work up on ALL of the bulletin boards.
I wore my lucky JCrew Library Dress!
and..I  gave the parents a cute pinterest inspired treat from Kindergarten Cupcake Crumbs Blog.
So all in all it went well. Happy its back to Talking to the Students tomorrow. (LOL)





Monday, September 3, 2012

Bye... Sweet Summer



        Just finished packing backpacks, making lunches & snacks, and laying out 
                        1st day outfits..
My kiddies start school tomorrow. They are beyond excited, we had a long wonderful summer together and now they will see their friends, meet their new teachers and get to use all their brand new school supplies. I am excited for them, I can't believe how much they've grown..(tears) I'm so proud of them..
                    So..summer is officially over..
I have PD for two days then I meet my sweet, 4th graders on Thursday..I am excited to implement "bucket filling", Daily 5 and create my CAFE board.. I've pinned about every common core thing I found so I guess I'm ready. (lol)                                                                      
    Visit tomorrow for my classroom pictures: 
Good luck if you start school this week, and have a fantastic week if you have started already!

Tuesday, August 14, 2012

What are you wearing today?


I'm linking up to share what I'm wearing this Tuesday with 
             Real Girl Glam..
Stop by and see all of the great outfits other fashionistas are wearing and..if you are wearing something fabulous, link up too!
                  Real Girl Style Link Up



I'm wearing anthropologie dress, marc jacobs clutch, jennifer zeuner necklaces & skull bangle bracelet!
Real Girl Style Link Up

Sunday, August 5, 2012

Teaching Fashionista +Magna Borders = Happy

I found something SO cool at Lakeshore Learning yesterday
Have you ever seen magnetic borders? Oh' Happy Day!! 
I usually divide my blackboard/dry erase board with border. 
 For years I've laminated it so it would last a bit longer,  but cutting it out was very time consuming. 
I can't wait to put these on filing cabinets, my classroom door, window sill... 
ugh possibilities are endless!

I took the kiddies to see Dog Days- Diary of a Wimpy Kid 
last night.
They laughed for an hour straight. I thought it was pretty funny myself...
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days follows 2010‘s Diary of a Wimpy Kid and 2011’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules as the third installment in the series of kids’ comedies adapted from the best-selling graphic-novella series.
This second sequel, as relaxed as a summer vacation, is based on the third and fourth illustrated novels in the seven-book series — The Last Straw and Dog Days – by author and cartoonist Jeff Kinney, who is also the film’s executive producer.  ( NYTimes
 My classes have always been BIG fans of Jeff Kinney. He also has a really cool site.
wimpy kid
 
my daughter is a big fan of Peyton List! She is adorable..

Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Summer Shopping Linky Party


I found the cutest OWL things this week, so I just had to share it with Kristen's  Ladybug's Linky Party
(btw..I love her blog!)


                 amazon.com
Owl-Stars!™ Bulletin Board Sets from TREND    Product Details

eccampbellphotography_schoolgirlstyle_owls55                                                      


An owl timer is a MUST!
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I also downloaded owl pennant flags & owl decorations from Schoolgirl Style's 
teachers notebook shop 


and.. I'm really excited about these  PERFECT back to school outfits that I can't wait to wear!
anthropologie.com
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Thanks for hosting such a fun linky party Kristen!
Don't forget to stop by Ladybug's Blog and link up!!

Ladybug's teacher files

Tuesday, July 17, 2012

classroom theme


 
I think I've decided on the 
Dots On Turquoise & Owl Stars 
 for my classroom theme. 
Here are some things I've found, and can't wait to use: 
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creativeteachingpress.com  I thought this writing center bulletin board matched perfectly!


 Tommies Tools blog had some great ideas for dots- take a peek here..
                                                     

I've also fallen in love with SchoolGirl Style's polka dot lanterns and adorable
owl pennants. If you haven't checked out Melanie's beautiful creations
check out her blog 

and my absolute favorite find was.. this cute-cute-cute idea from 
dollar store crafts.com 
(so excited to put these owls in my classroom)
Click here & learn How To Make an Owl Lantern


Sunday, July 15, 2012

my bloggy buddy has opened up her shop

       Hillary has a great, handy, helpful new blog shop..You have to check it out:
visit here shop here:
Measure Once, Cut Twice


My 5 weekend Finds...


1.
Artdot Blazer
Fantastic Polka-Dot Blazer- madewell.com
2.
Spring Fever 
My Beach Read..
(deff not 50 shades but a fun read)


3.
Yves Saint Laurent  Yves Saint Laurent 
I'm so into this YSL  ring, with a 
natural mani & and understated outfit! (perfection)
 find it here: net-a-porter




4.
The Addison NecklaceSpike the Punch Addison Necklace (yessss)
It's so hard to get your hands on her necklaces-but I was able to snag one this weekend! spike the punch etsy shop
5.
Decorative Pillow Cover Love Joy Hope Cotton Modern Accent
Accent Pillows, still deciding between these two love pillows
Light Teal Love Pillow
but..I did add these awesome ones to my living-room
NEW Beautiful Velvet Home Decor Pillow Cover-12x18-Truffle-Accent Pillow-Throw Pillow-Decorative Pillow
(all accent pillows found on etsy.com)




Thursday, July 12, 2012

Bulletin Board Ideas

Bulletin Board Ideas

I always shop for my bulletin boards accessories at Teachers - Tools they have such a great selection and show you exactly what you need to re-create the bulletin board.  If you haven't already,   you must..Check out their site its fantastic!
Today's I'm linking up with Surfin' through Second to show your some classroom themed bulletin boards that  I've had my eye on.  I can't decorate till the last week of August, but I love all of the great ideas that were posted on this fab linky party, awesome idea Corrina!

Colorful Owls Welcome Bulletin Board


Dots on Turquoise Calendar Bulletin Board




BW Collection Welcome-Black & White Bulletin Boards




BW Collection We Love To-Black & White Bulletin Boards


Catch The Wave with this Surfing Bulletin Board! Complete with palm trees, surfboards and sand, it's perfect for your class!


Wanted Posters



Check out Corrina's Blog!

Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Anchors Away

  Striped Trinity Pouch #anthropologie
stripes, chanel
Summer is in full swing, and I find myself still completely obsessed with this whole anchor-nautical girl theme & it seems like
I'm not the only one, these photos today are compliments of Pinterest where you can find so many great fashion inspirations. (love)
AnchorsI guess there is just something about the trend that looks crisp, clean, classy and elegant.  This years nautical outfits have anchors on just about everything, they are cute and it's a simple way to add just the right amount of glam to your outfit!
Although we are trained to think horizontal stripes are a bad thing, I just love how vibrant they look!



                       

red, stripes, chanel, & camel! i mean c'mon!So very cute. #anchor


anchorAnchors!
So with your red, blue, and white, stripes, anchors, sailor knots, and lots of gold...Your wardrobe will be set for the summer weather.
Hope you enjoyed "What I'm Loving Wednesday"

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                                            What I'm Loving Wednesday!

                                           Linky party jaime at this kind of love
                                       Join in to share what you are loving today..


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   Anchor Chic  


Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Crochet Cuteness


Happy Tuesday, just a quick little post today,
I'm heading out to the beach for some fun &sun.
but I have something adorable that I just have to share with you..
While I was visiting with my super creative cousin Christina over the weekend, she let me have a sneak peek at what what she's been up to over summer break.  I couldn't believe it, she had made all sorts of crochet hats, beanies, hair clips, and headbands for baby girls and boys. Some of her pieces are posted below - she is just so sweet! If you would like to contact her for info about the items: Christina
Lil boy crochet hats Christina crochet cuteness
Christina crochet beaniesCrochet cuteness by Christina


Of course my little Isabella  was very into the idea of designing these adorable crochet designs for herself so when we left Christina, we headed straight to the book store & craft shop.. 
This mommy blog actually teaches kids to crochet in 5 easy posts..
(how amazing is that)
Top 20 Crochet Sites