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Free Classroom Poster Printables

August 25, 2012 by Crafty Teacher Lady +

It's back-to-school time and I've been very busy making preparations as I start this year teaching at a new school. I've brought a couple car loads of books and other materials from their summer home in my basement to my new classroom. I have a 'home base' classroom where my desk is located but will also be teaching in two other rooms so I bought myself a little cart to wheel from room to

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Filed Under: Classroom Decor & Organization, printables, school, Uncategorized

It’s Blueberry Season in Maine

August 11, 2012 by Crafty Teacher Lady +

Did you you that Maine is the number one producer of low-bush blueberries in North America? Did you know that wild blueberries are the official fruit of Maine?  No?  Well now you do!  You can find low-bush blueberries growing wild all across the state.  I can remember many August days spent picking blueberries as a snack in between kickball games in my neighborhood when I was a

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A Big Change

August 9, 2012 by Crafty Teacher Lady +

I've been putting off writing this post all summer...but now, as I begin preparations to head back to school, it is a better time than ever. Let my Facebook status from June be a starting point: After 8 years teaching history at LRHS, I have accepted a position at another high school...MY high school as a matter of fact...my alma mater, WHS. This change brings with it a full range of

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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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New skilled unlocked!! C has been practicing using New skilled unlocked!! C has been practicing using crutches in PT (in addition to working on her balance and independent walking) so I ordered her a pair and as soon as they were out of the box she was ready to go!!! We still have a lot of work to do before she’s at a point where she can use them safely without a spotter but this is such a huge next step toward more independence!! I’m SO proud of her!! 💗🥹🥰

#nubplwarrior
Little glimpses of pattern mixing around our home! Little glimpses of pattern mixing around our home! 😍💗

Please don’t be fooled, though…these are close up shots for a reason- the house is FULL of moving boxes, piles of stuff to be organized and put away, and the DIY project list is LONG! 

But finding small little pretty corners is bringing me a little bit of joy and I hope they do the same for you, friend! 💗🙂#
I’m nowhere near unpacked or ready to “properly” d I’m nowhere near unpacked or ready to “properly” decorate,  but we needed some functional storage and a “drop zone” near the entrance we most use so I threw together this little area with things I already had…and the best part is, everything is thrifted! 😍 

Eventually, I’ll put wallpaper above the beadboard and will give the fireplace a makeover. But for now, just trying to tackle the endless boxes to unpack and breakdown (peep that pile of cardboard at the end of the video)!!
Life Update: I bought a house! This has been in th Life Update: I bought a house! This has been in the works for a while but I wasn’t quite sure how/when/what I wanted to share. If you’ve been here since my Maine days, you know just how much I enjoy sharing all things DIY and home decor and I’m looking forward to doing just that. 

I know questions will inevitably arise about the circumstances of this move but I will likely keep those details private. We are still in Virginia, not too far from the farm, and are settling into our new routine. 

In true ‘Crafty Teacher Lady’ style, this house is a fixer upper, just like most of my previous homes. It’s in a lovely neighborhood in an adorable town and I’m excited to make some happy memories here as I turn this little house into our home! 
 
C requested pink walls (which I obliged) and Stanley has also already come to visit a few times during family movie nights and he has given his ‘seal of approval’ to the fenced-in backyard! 🤣🥰🐕 

More to share soon (likely in stories) as I continue to tackle my very long list of home projects! 💗
🎨 Virginia parents + teachers! The Virginia Lotter 🎨 Virginia parents + teachers! The Virginia Lottery Thank a Teacher Art Contest is officially open! It’s such a fun way for K-12 students to show appreciation for the amazing teachers who make a difference every day. Submit your child or student’s artwork now through February 2 at ThankaTeacherVA.com! 💌 #VALPartner

As a former classroom teacher, some of my most treasured keepsakes are the thank-you notes and student artwork I’ve received over the years. There’s something so special about seeing gratitude expressed through creativity, and this contest celebrates exactly that. 🧡

Here’s what you need to know:
✏️ Who can enter: K–12 Virginia public school students
🏆 Prizes for winners from elementary, middle & high school:
 • $200 Visa Gift Card
 • $2,000 credit for supplies for their school’s art department from The Supply Room
 • Their artwork featured on thousands of thank-you notes sent across Virginia

🎨 How to create: Use 8.5×11 in. paper or digital! Colored pencils, crayons, paint, or even graphic design.

And did you know? 100% of Virginia Lottery profits support public education. This contest is just one of the many ways they give back to our schools.

Let’s encourage our young artists to create, celebrate teachers, and spread a little gratitude! 💫

#ThankaTeacherVA #VALottery #ArtContest #SupportPublicEducation #CreativeKids
I’m so grateful she gets to experience the magic t I’m so grateful she gets to experience the magic that is Maine at Christmastime, just like I did growing up! ❄️❤️🌲

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