More Halloween Goodies

I can't believe I haven't gotten these up yet. I made them at the beginning of the month and brought them to school to liven up the classroom.

I got inspiration from Tatertots and Jello for this painted pillow.

I loved the idea of candy corn bunting I found at Funky Polkadot Giraffe. I made mine smaller. The little witch was purchased years ago. I wish I could find the rest of the set!

Scrabble Tiles

My friend keeps buying Scrabble tiles. So, I can't help but paint them!

Don't worry, I'm still a Pats and Red Sox fan. These are not for me.


This double-sided tile I made for me!

Works in progress

Halloween Countdown Calendar

I've seen a lot of perpetual calendars and countdown calendars on the web lately. I decided my friend needed one full of treats. Making people things is my way of showing love. So I searched and searched for inspiration. Finally I found this Halloween calendar from Pottery Barn Kids. Perfect! I spent all weekend cutting, and sewing, and cutting, and sewing. Finally...




She loved it! Another friend has requested one. But, I don't think I can pull this off again. Sorry! There will be something special for you in the future Mrs. H! xo

Week in Rap

I subscribe to-and love- Free Technology for Teachers. Today they turned me on to the site Week in Rap, by Flocabulary. The week's news, no matter how depressing, gets a little lift. This won't replace Jon Stewart, but it is certainly a welcome companion.

Side Note: Flocabulary creates resources that help teach concepts through hip hop. How many ways can we make 8? Click here to rap and find out!

Study Aid

So...I haven't taken online classes for a while. The last time I was in school I was making pate a choux and studying the alternate types of wheat. 3-4 nights a week and working full time-it was no easy "A."

I've just started a foundations graduate course in Educational Technology at UF. I have two friends who have gone through the ET program. One is just beginning her PhD. work, one just finished. I will be studying for the GREs this year so I can apply before year's end-yikes!

I don't need any motivation to read and study for my course, but it can't hurt. I though a notebook cover was an appropriate introduction to Gator life.

Sugar

That's all I can think about right now. My body seems to be rejecting anything that is not laden with it.

Last night, for the first time in my life, I ate a whole pint of ice cream. I didn't even feel sick.

I'm just going to ride this wave out until I can't cram another sugary treat in my mouth. Now, where did I put those Mike and Ikes?