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If I Knew Then: A Letter to Me on My First Day of Teaching

May 10, 2014 by Crafty Teacher Lady +

Dear Kelly-Anne, Buckle up, kid! It's going to be a bumpy ride! Your students will test you to see what you're made of. It will feel awkward and even scary at first because you don't know them and they don't know you. But, with time, you'll learn each others personalities and you can start to enjoy your time with them.  Don't be afraid to be strict.  Set the ground rules early and

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What I Wore Wednesday: Field Trip Edition

May 7, 2014 by Crafty Teacher Lady +

I recently went on a field trip with some students to the Portland Museum of Art. The goal with dressing for any field trip is to be comfortable and practical yet still a bit stylish. Even though it is May, the day of our trip was drizzly and cold so comfy boots paired with a raincoat were in order! By the time I got home from the trip, the sun had come out, just in time to enjoy the rest of the

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Filed Under: style, Uncategorized, What I Wore Wednesday

10 Inexpensive Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas

May 2, 2014 by Crafty Teacher Lady +

Teacher Appreciation Week 2014 starts Monday, May 5th! As a high school teacher I can say that this week is usually pretty lackluster. I'm shocked if anyone at school, particularly my students, even knows this week is happening! Since most high school kids have multiple teachers, purchasing several gifts could really add up! Below are 10 inexpensive (and unisex) ways to show the high school

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Filed Under: gifts, Motherhood & Family Life, school, Teacher Life, Uncategorized

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Hello! I’m Kelly-Anne!

I’m an avid DIY and home decor enthusiast, wife and new mom, teacher of 15 years, and a Mainer now living on a farm in Virginia. Here you’ll find creative endeavors of all sorts!

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I love a good thrift store visit…the only items th I love a good thrift store visit…the only items that came home with us were the beach chair (we needed one), the mini chalkboard (which I’ll take to school to display the “quote of the week”), and the cute New Balance sneakers. Stay tuned for part 2 where I show you all the things that caught the eye of my five year old!! 🤣🥰🎉👏🏻
We took our 4th annual trip to @storylandnh and as We took our 4th annual trip to @storylandnh and as we sat to take a break, this character came over to say hello. Our daughter has worked so hard in physical therapy to overcome some gross motor challenges related to balance and coordination, most notably learning to walk independently. With some encouragement, she stood up and walked over for a hug! This seemingly mundane moment for most families is SUCH a huge milestone for us- one that is a culmination of YEARS of hard work. Words cannot express how proud I am to be her mom and to have a front row seat to true determination, perseverance, and patience…today was an awesome day and makes me so hopeful for the future! 💗
My home state of Maine will forever have my heart- My home state of Maine will forever have my heart- I miss it every day but feel so lucky I get to come back home for much of the summer to fill my cup right up to the brim! I hope my daughter is building core memories of her time here each summer as well…video captured while on a July Fourth family cruise in front of Portland Head Light in Cape Elizabeth, Maine.
Doing my damndest to raise my daughter in a world Doing my damndest to raise my daughter in a world where everyone can live as their most authentic, unique, truest selves and will be accepted and loved for exactly who they are! Happy Pride Month! ❤️ 🧡 💛 💚 💙 💜
Still can’t believe this is our backyard…I was get Still can’t believe this is our backyard…I was getting ready for bed and I looked out my window and saw both a deer and a bunny and pretty much felt just like Snow White! I can’t get enough of these cute visitors (and also know I won’t be spending a ton on landscaping since most plants won’t stand a chance)! 🤣
Spring is the time to shine for the two cherry tre Spring is the time to shine for the two cherry trees in our backyard…watching them bloom has been nothing short of magical. And the scent of the blossoms!! Absolutely divine! 

Buying an older home vs building new can have its perks- one being an established yard (which I just fell in love with). We’ve got neighbors all around, however, the backyard feels pretty private thanks to landscaping done years ago by the previous owners!

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