Back to School Ideas

I have mixed feelings about back to school.  As a recovering teacher, I'm glad I'm not setting up a classroom and putting in a lot of hard work getting ready for another long school year.  At the same time, I do miss it just a tiny bit.  I also remember when my son started kindergarten.  I think that first day was harder on the adults than the kids.  Now he's going back to school as a college student.  Those 18 years sure went by fast! Has school started in your area?  School starts here mid August (earlier for teachers) and I always feel like that's too early.

Well, I know I've said this before but I just love looking through all the projects that get shared on Thursday's Pin Party.  Bloggers are such creative people aren't they?   Here are some of the cutest and most practical back to school projects that were shared last week.  If you're looking for teacher gifts, free printables, ways to get organized, or school lunch ideas, you've definitely come to the right place!  Have a look at these great back to school ideas:

 Back to School Teacher Gift by Heather at Juggling Act Momma

Sharpie Teacher Gift Idea by Emily at Nap Time Creations

Back To School Printable Teacher Gift by Lisa at Wine & Glue

Cardboard Desk Caddy  by Jennifer at Pink When

 Composition Pencils by Andrew & Dennis at The Crafty Lumberjacks

Apple Tote by Katie at The Casual Craftlete

Back to School Time Capsule by Mariah at Giggles Galore

Printable Back To School Interview Questions by Mariah at Giggles Galore    

Printable After School Checklist by Becky at My Paper Craze    

First Day of School Printable Photo Prop by Becky at My Paper Craze    

First Day of School Printables by Heather at Krafts & Kiddos    

Printable Lunch Notes by Mandee at Designs By Miss Mandee     

Printable Water Bottle Labels by Carrie at  Carrie Elle    

70 Easy Ideas for Packing School Lunches by Jen at Jenn's RAQ (Real & Quirky)    

Fun School Lunch Ideas by  Holly at Happy Food Healthy Life    

Chalkboard Cake Pops  by Karyn at The Pint Sized Baker