Quarantine Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas for the Mail

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May 13, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Back To School, Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

Quarantine Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas for the mail plus a free donut teacher appreciation printable gift tag that can be delievered via email, over USPS or with Restaurant delivery or pick-up. Plus Virtual teacher appreciation ideas for Zoom, Google classroom and more.

Quarantine Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas

Coming up with this Quarantine Teacher Appreciation Gift Idea took some time. I knew I wanted a punny teacher appreciation printable that could be used during Teacher Appreciation week or as an end of the year gift idea. Plus, currently we are in social isolation and many local restaurants and establishments are suffering, so I wanted to grab something would would give back to local organizations.

We came up with this easy Teacher Appreciation Week gift idea – DONUT you know how much I miss you printable gift tag for teachers. And for years, were we are not in social isolation, this teacher gift tag also comes with another quote that reads DONUT know what I would do without you.

Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas

Donut Teacher Appreciation Gift Tag

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Mail a Gift Card

For our donut teacher appreciation gift card idea, we went at it two ways. First, we picked up gift cards that teachers could use at their leisure. I privately emailed teachers and asked for their best mailing address (knowing well that I might be the school address.) It was a personal question and I know some teachers would want to keep that information private. I softened it by sharing my child wanted to send them a treat. This teacher gift card idea well because it’s a gift that is not perishable. They can get it immediately at their home or when they return to school to pick up materials.

If leaving the home is not convenient for you, consider shopping Amazon for gift cards. You can have them mailed to your home and then add our printable teacher appreciation gift tag before mailing to your child’s educator.

By purchasing from a local bakery or restaurant, you are supporting small businesses during social isolation. Consider it a win/win.

Online Restaurant Delivery

Another option using your donut teacher gift tag is restaurant delivery or pick-up. We used Door Dash to deliver donuts. In this case, you can swing the gift tag to the establishment and add it to the order.

If leaving the house is not an option, consider this electronic addition. You can email the gift tag separately with a sweet message that your great teacher is expecting a delivery.

Another creative idea is to take a photo of your child holding the printed gift tag and email it to your teacher after the Restaurant Delivery arrives (track it on your phone or app.) I think this is a cute idea because it’s personalizes the doughnut delivery with a cute smile from your child and a sweet punny teacher message attached.

For this Teacher Appreciation Restaurant Delivery idea you will need your teacher’s home mailing address.

Teacher Appreciation Printables

We have years and years worth of teacher appreciation printables. Use any of these ideas and using a flat rate shipping box from USPS fill your box with a teacher gift and send it straight from your mailbox. Never leave the home.

More Unique Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas

Get creative with your electronic and virtual teacher appreciation ideas too.

Host a Class Zoom Party. have all the kids dress up and surprise the teacher. During this time you can share memories of the year together.
Make a Video Message. Have all the students in the class send in a 10 second clip of the reason they love their teacher. Piece those together for a sweet video message. Such a unique and priceless gift idea.
Send an Books Gift Card. One of my favorite places to shop for books is Better World Books. You can buy used or new books. I love buying used knowing I am recycling older books and finding many of my favorite authors and books for less. This also allows teachers to fill their personal and classroom library.
Thanks a Lattee. Thank a teacher a lot with a printable coffee gift card! Print and mail.

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your final Donut Teacher Appreciation Gift Tag. Leave a comment and/or add a photo here on Pinterest!

The end of the school year is new. Save these End of the School Year Acitivites and Printables. Pin to Pinterest.

Find creative Pun-Tastic teacher gift ideas for save these Punny Teacher Appreciation Printables too! Pin to Pinterest.

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Outdoor Journal for Kids | Bug Booklet Printable

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April 29, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Kids, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

Download this free Outdoor Journal for Kids. Insects printable booklet for discovery about bugs, insects, spiders, and other creepy crawlies! The perfect bug diary companion and observation journal for your kids.

Insects for Kids Booklet

I guess I didn’t understand an obsession with bugs until I had boys. Not that girls can’t appreciate bugs, they just didn’t. Elijah, my third child, spends a lot of time in mulch with his construction set looking for bugs to scoot along.

Identify parts of a bug, count the number of bugs on a page, and draw your own bug in this observation journal for kids

Outdoor Journal for Kids

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Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your garden journal. Leave a comment and/or add a photo here on Pinterest!

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Outdoor Grow Journal

We also have a Kids’ Garden Journal Template for those who love to watch nature grow! Pin to Pinterest.

DIY Hardware – Knobs, Rods, Hinges and More

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April 25, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Frugal Living, Home Improvement, Instagram, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Social Media

DIY Hardware – Knobs, Rods, Hinges and More

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I lvove updating my home and adding personal touches for as little as possible. These DIY Hardware ideas are really beautiful and affordable! Check out these Knobs, Rods, Hinges, and more when creating a new look and playing wiht hardware restoration in your home. Also don’t forget these Front Porch Ideas!

DIY HARDWARE :: KNOBS

1.) DIY Rope Knobs from Kris Krafting

2.) Spray Paint Door Knobs (Brass to Bronze ) from Thrifty Decor Chick

3.) Knob Mason Jars from Decoart

4.) Faux Malachite Knobs from Teal and Lime and Sketchy Styles

5.) Spray Paint Hardware from Refresh Restyle

6.) Shell Knobs from Home Talk

7.) Door Knob Vases from Wedding Chicks

8.) Knew to Old Hardware from At Home with the Barkers

9.) Jewelry Knob Holder from Fab You Bliss

10.) Knob Installation Trick (to make them even each time) from Pretty Handy Girl

DIY HARDWARE :: RODS

11.) DIY Restoration Inspired Hardware Shelves from 7th House on the Left

12.) DIY Frugal Curtain Rod from 3 Little Green Woods

13.) Spray Paint PVC Pipes Curtain Rods from Selina Lake (No longer available.)

14.) Restoration Paper Towel Pipe Holder from Itsy Bits and Pieces

15.) Chalk Paint Curtain Rods from Southern Hospitality

16.) Industrial Book Rack from Elizabeth Joan Designs

17.) Pipe Jewelry Holder from Making Homebase

18.) Rod Pipe Table from Home Remedies RX

DIY HARDWARE :: HINGES

19.) Age Hardware on Love Grows Wild

20.) Remove Old Paint from Hardware from Family Handyman

21.) DIY Rustic Hinged Kitchen Shutters rom Design Dreams by Anne

22.) DIY Hinge Photo Frame from Chipping with Charm

23.) Paint Hinges from My Repurposed Life

24.) Hinge Business Card Holder from My Salvaged Treasures

25.) Clipboard Frame from Mamie Janes

DIY HARDWARE

26.) Decoupaged Drawers from Pretty Ditty

27.) DIY Towel Rack from House by Hoff

28.) DIY $3 French Crate from My Sweet Savannah Blog

29.) Upcycling French Doors from The Space Between

30.) Creating A Faux Carriage Garage Door from One Good Thing by Jillee and A Pinterest Addict

31.) Dresser Redo from Southern Revivals

32.) Kitchen Countertop Post and Trim from Cuckoo 4 Design

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Also take a look at these Front Porch Ideas – Update your curb appeal! Pin to Pinterest.

Frugal Halloween Wreaths

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April 24, 2020 by FrugalCouponLiving Filed Under: Crafts, Halloween

I’m sure many of you have great frugal ideas for Halloween or Fall decor. When it comes to wreaths, I feel like I have almost done it all…and then someone comes up with another cute idea. I love this one because it is truly CHEAP and EASY! No sewing, no gluing, no experience with floral arrangements!

Head to Something To Do to see the instructions on how to make this Tulle Halloween Wreath. I bought black tulle recently at JoAnn and the normal price was just $1.99/yd. Take your 50% off coupon with you and only pay $.99/yard! Since my door is black, I think I will do it in orange tulle with a white ribbon and then either add black or white (or both) felt polka dots to it! (Thanks, Moms By Heart)

You could also make one with Halloween-looking fabrics for a more folksy look, like this one from A Little Bit of Everything. Or, use ribbon like The Long Thread did.

If you have some frugal fall decorating ideas, send them over and maybe I’ll just showcase one!

Also visit our Dollar Tree Halloween Wreath ideas.

Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt at Night

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April 10, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Easter, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt at Night on Frugal Coupon Living. Using a flashlight or tealights, recreate this Easter Egg Hunt Idea outside your normal traditions.

Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt at Night

Remember our Easter Egg Dying Ideas for thinking outside the typical egg dye? This time we wanted to share with you a creative Easter Egg Hunt, a Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt.

Updated for 2020: This year I will be doing this night time Easter egg hunt with my family since the kids can sleep in the next day. I will not be using tea lights but will be using flashlights. I will have the older kids hide the eggs and then draw a map. This will add time to their daily routine. I will have the younger kids be the hunters using the older kids as guides and using their map (even if the map is unnecessarily). They can all sleep in the next day!

To achieve this fun scavenger hunt for the kids at night, we place flameless tea lights inside of our Easter Eggs. You can fill the remaining space with tiny candy, like M&Ms or skittles, or you can have the kids trade in their flameless lights for a treat basket that you have. That way they get to choice a candy they like and you get back your tea lights!

They sell glow in the dark Easter eggs online, but we find they do not get as bright as eggs with lights inside. We picked up our eggs and flameless tea lights at the dollar store, that means you can pull this off for next to nothing and it’s a memorable way to enjoy Easter and create a new family tradition!

Tealights add up so there is another way to play this game/hunt, have a Flashlight Easter Egg hunt. You can keep the glow in the dark theme with the flameless tealights or you can have bright colored eggs to they stand out when a flashlight shines on them. Enjoy an evening searching for eggs in the dark. Make it challenging by hiding the eggs in places that are not seen well in the light (or in the dark) or make it not as challenging and just fun by having eggs that are easily found in the light but not as well in the dark.

When inviting others, ask people to bring their own flashlight. You can pay attention to when the sun sets in your area on the weather channel and then plan a start time approximately 20 minutes after the sun sets. If you kids go to bed early, perhaps move this flashlight Easter Egg hunt inside and shut all the blinds in your home. You could have your own flashlight Easter egg hunt in doors!

Afterwards, have fun making these glow in the dark eggs with this easy science experiment with the kids!

Make real glow in the dark eggs with this easy science experiment with the kids! Pin to Pinterest.

Take a look at these Easter Egg Dying Ideas – Think Outside the Carton . Pin to Pinterest.

Summer Tie Dye Crafts for the Kids

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March 29, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Summer

Summer Tie Dye Crafts on Frugal Coupon Living. Summer Bucket List Ideas for Kids including Tie Dye Ideas for your summer calendar.

Summer Tie Dye Crafts

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Summer can be a struggle. Listening to moans of “I’m bored” to creating a calendar that fills in all your bucket list items in two short months. Whether you are looking to fill an empty calendar or have room for just a few more ideas on an already congested calendar, we have some creative summer tie dye crafts for you! Take a look at these bucket list ideas for your kids.

Fiskars has the coolest tutorial. Turn scrap tissue paper into a Canvas Tie Dye Work of Art! | Fiskars

Take a look at these vibrant tie dye patterns including 16 simple tie dye folding techniques | By Stephanie Lynn

Who says you can’t live like a unicorn? Make these Tie Dye S’mores – how creative… because food should come in tie dye too! | Studio DIY

Make your own tie dye galaxy jars in just a few steps using paint, a pouncer and mason jars | The Swell Designer

Get your shoes ready for the school year with these Tie Dye Shoes Tutorial | A Pumpkin and a Princess

Nobody will even think about Eggos with these homemade tie-dye waffles on the scene | She Knows

This cool tie dye t-shirt bag is super easy to make takes only takes minutes to sew | Skip to My Lou

Get in my belly with these Tie Dye Cookies | Baked Bree

I am so in love with the braid on this Tie Dye Swim Suit Cover-Up, made from a T-shirt! | Adventures of a Middle Sister

I could see these ad bedtime with a cozy night gown – how to create tie dye socks! | I Love to Create Blog

Prepare for the back to school season with these homemade tie dye bookmarks made with markers! | CBC

These are so fun and there are different styles – Tie Dye Headbands made from T-shirts | DIY Candy

Find a sweet place to lay your head with this Tie Dye Pillow Tutorial | Plain Vanilla Mom

Bake a cake! We love this rainbow tie dye cake – looks like a sweet treat! | Hi Sugar Plum

Hosting a gathering? Make these cute Tie Dye Party Favor Bag Ideas | Ginger Snap Crafts

This Tie Dye Scarf is so creative and made from the scraps of a t-shirt! | Ginger Snap Crafts

This is a creative way to tie dye art – Kids can cover their paper with tons of colorful bubbles then sit back and watch the magic happen as the bubbles dry… | A Little Pinch of Perfect

This craft will lead to a future craft… tie dye yarn with Koolaid! | Tangled Happy

You might find yourself being the coolest kid at the pool with this personalized tie dye towel! | Kids Activities Blog

I bet mom has a few coffee filters she can spare! Make these Tie Dye Coffee Filters with markers! | Little Bins for Little Hands

We love this Visual Summer Bucket List for Kids. Pin to Pinterest.

Enjoy these Crafts for Teens and Tweens. Pin to Pinterest.

Also take a look at these DIY Summer Fun Ideas for Kids. Pin to Pinterest.

Straight Outta Camp Printable and Download

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March 10, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Summer

Straight Outta Camp Printable

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Has summer camp created lasting memories, if so check out this FREE PRINTABLE, Straight Outta Camp. This is perfect for iron t-shirts, cinch bags, duffel and more. We used a polyester bag, which was adorable but a cotton t-shirt or cotton cinch bag would be perfect no only for the iron-on, but also for getting signatures. We suggest using Sharpie Markers.

Supplies:

T-Shirt Transfer Paper
Cotton T-Shirt or Poly Bag
Fabric Markers
Iron
Kraft Paper (if using a polyester bag) – also try to find the paper at the Dollar Store or a Craft Store for under $5!

Directions:

Open the Straight Outta Camp image (see below) on the computer.
Set your printer to mirror image before you print.
Print your image on the coated side of the transfer paper (white side, not word side). Allow the printed image to dry before transferring.
Heat up Iron.
Pre-Iron bag or T-Shirt to remove moisture and to create a flat surface.
Place transfer face down and press firmly with the iron. Peel a corner to make sure it is attached before removing completely.

If using a polyester cinch bag use Kraft Paper to avoid melting the bag with the iron! Keep in mind that poly bags are harder to sign.

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Don’t forget our Summer Camp Care Package. Pin to Pinterest.

Free Easter Printables You Want this Spring!

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February 28, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Easter, Facebook, Home Improvement, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Spring

We found an adorable collection of Free Easter Printables for your home decor, crafts, table, gifts and more. You will love and reuse these spring printables.

Free Easter Printables

I am not necessarily a lazy holiday decorator, but I am a pretty frugal decorator, especially when it comes to the seasons. Why? I have a hard time buying new things for the home that are only used for a month or two. Because of this reason, I often look to the internet and Pinterest for help – Thank God for Pinterest! That is why I love these FREE, yes FREE, printables. Pick up these free spring printables to create a pretty accent to your home, your crafts, gifts, tables, and more. Find everything from inspirational scripture, to adorable treat holders, printable gift wrap, table displays and more.

TIP: Another tip for staying frugal during the seasons, besides looking for printables online, be sure to also use some decorations year around. Take lanterns, mason jars, trays, trivets and more to decorate the home. These serving pieces can be put away when they are not used but can add touches to your home during all the seasons!

This spring, don’t forget your teacher! Download this Easter teacher gift tag, You are the best teacher some bunny could ask for!

We also love this Egg-cellent teacher gift tag or also good for a coach, friend or neighbor!

This mini Easter bouquets are precious and perfect for a neighbor, teacher or friend! Look at the tutorial and grab these Easter tags. | Say Yes

Popcorn, jelly beans and more. We are in love with these carrot treat boxes! How precious are they in that brown bag Easter basket?| Lia Griffith

These Easter Cards are adorable and easily made with your Cricut Machine. | Frugal Coupon Living

I love the look of watercolor prints this free Easter printable with a pretty watercolor wreath doesn’t disappoint. | Clean and Scentsible

Frame this adorable Easter bunny with a bow – Happy Easter Printable | Frugal Coupon Living

You guys, we saw these precious items on her Easter Table, but get your own free Easter printable – Spring Apothecary Jar Labels. I am so excited to find these! (We also shared it in our Farmhouse Easter Decor) | Blesser House

How beautiful is this Easter Vingette with watercolor eggs under a tall glass cloche. Add a touch of moss, maybe a wreath and some eggs and you have the perfect farmhoue Easter decor. | Craftberry Bush

These vintage bunnies are so cute. Lay as a place setting or tie to a mason jar! | Paint Me Pink

Another Easter goody bag. Get your jelly beans ready and fill these free printable Bunny Treat Boxes! | Lia Griffith

Hop for joy after printing this free bunny banner – adorable for spring! | The Girl Creative

Oh, Hello Spring! Grab this Easter SVG freebie for your Cricut and create this adorable sign – Dont’ forget our Free Cricut Printables | Kimber Dawn Co

Want all the scripture Easter printables you can get – we just hit the jackpot with these six freebies! | I Should be Mopping the Floors

It’s about time to wrap up some Easter gifts and this adorable free gift wrapping paper does not disappoint. We are so inspired! | Tinselbox

How cute are these Spring Bunny Printables – use to top a gift or as napkin rings at the Easter Table. | The Pretty Blog

This is one of my favorite spring printables – He is Risen (He is Risen Indeed!) | The 36th Avenue

Who doesn’t love a freebie?! Pick up this free printable Easter banner. I love how vintage it is! (We also shared it in our Farmhouse Easter Decor) | Ella Claire Inspired

Oh my goodness, it is as if Humpty Dumpty and the Elf on the Shelf have been merged into one! We love them. | Tinselbox

Watercolors must be the style of spring, how precious is this watercolor bunny printable – Happy Easter! | Nina Hendrick

Download this free spring printable to make your own artistic Easter chalk art! I had no idea this chalk art tutorial could be this easy using a projector! Did you know? | How to Nest for Less

I know my Redeemer Lives hanging Easter scroll! Yes, please. | Blesser House

How amazing is the design on each one of these letters – grab this Happy Easter Banner for the home! It looks great in an entry way. | On Sutton Place

And because you can never have enough Easter printables, grab this “He Makes All Things New” botanical farmhouse spring printable. (We also shared it in our Farmhouse Easter Decor) | Cherished Bliss

Also enjoy these Spring & Eater Home Decor Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Take a look at these Easter Egg Dying Ideas Outside of the Carton. Pin to Pinterest.

We also enjoy these Eater Food Crafts for the Kids. Pin to Pinterest.

Don’t forget our Inspiring Farmhouse Easter Decor – Pin to Pinterest.