Printables Archives - Simply Kierste

{keep calm and teach on…teacher bookmarks}

May
06

It's the season for teacher appreciation and end-of-year teacher gifts! At our school they do teacher appreciation for a full week, and I wanted to send in something small everyday, with something bigger on Friday. I was trying to think of cute ideas that were also inexpensive, and I came up with these fun bookmarks...Keep Calm and Teach On! These are super easy to make, and perfect for any teacher! {supplies} -printable (see below) -white cardstock -ribbon -distress ink -hole punch -paper trimmer {directions} 1. Download printable, and print onto white cardstock. 2. Use paper trimmer to cut them to size (2x6). I use the polka dots at the bottom as a guide for the … [Read more...]

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{paper sack mother’s day card} a child’s Q&A

Apr
23

paper sack mother's day cards | simplykierste.com

At my church, I get to work with the Primary children (kids aged 3-11), and I LOVE it. Mother's Day is just a few short weeks away, and this week I designed a super fun card that I think all their moms are going to love! I wanted to make a card where they could each express some favorite things about their mom. I was talking to one of my best friends this week, and she reminded me of an idea that I have actually loved for a long time...in fact, my oldest son wrote a card like it for me when he was in preschool, and it's one of my most treasured possessions. Asking a child questions about their mom--some funny, others serious--and putting it all together in a cute package was just what I … [Read more...]

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{baby announcement hershey kiss stickers} easy tutorial included!

Mar
06

Baby Announcement Hershey Kiss Printables | simplykierste.com

I really wanted something fun to give visitors at the hospital and at home when I had the baby--something small & simple, and with her name on it. We've all seen Hershey Kiss stickers for every season & holiday, and I've always loved them, so I thought designing one as a tiny baby announcement would be PERFECT! The idea came to me when I was in Michael's, and saw bags of Hershey kisses that said "It's a Girl" and "It's a Boy". I immediately fell in love with them, and knew adding her name to the bottom was exactly what I was looking for. If you can't find them at your local Michael's store, just google them--lots of links come up where you can buy them online...or use regular … [Read more...]

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{spring cleaning!} printable checklist & tips

Mar
05

Spring Cleaning List & Printable | simply kierste.com

The words "spring cleaning" might strike fear deep into your heart, but I'm here to tell you that it is totally doable, and that you will love the difference it makes in your home. As soon as March hits, I start thinking about spring cleaning. I like to take a couple of months (March & April) to get it all done, rather than all it once--otherwise it just seems to overwhelming, or I kill myself (and my family, lol) in a week to finish. I've learned a lot about what works for me, and I'm going to share my tips with you. {THE PLAN} 1. Make a list! This probably comes as no surprise, since I love lists so much, but it's the number one thing you can do to get your spring cleaning … [Read more...]

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{freezer meal labels} free printables!

Feb
25

There have been lots of new babies born around here, and just this past week I took a meal to a friend who had a beautiful baby boy. I decided to create a fun label for the freezer meal that I brought her cute little family--perfect for all the information she would need to thaw and bake. I loved it so much, I decided to make several different versions, and share them with you! Whether you are taking a freezer meal or someone else, or stocking your own freezer, these are a darling way to document the directions. They are blank labels, so you could use them for treat plates, or even a ready-to-go meal you might be delivering. They'll work on aluminum foil, large plastic bags, and … [Read more...]

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{over the rainbow} st. patrick’s day fun & free printable!

Feb
20

Skittles are perfect for St. Patrick's Day...all those rainbow colors! I paired them with one of my personal favorites, gold-wrapped Rolos for a super fun gift...for friends, neighbors, teachers, and more! I also created a fun tag, and free printable, just for you!!! I save all of my Crystal Light containers, which I LOVE to re-use for all sorts of gifting and organizational purposes. I love the lids, how easy the wrappers are to take off, their size & shape, and that they are see-through! If you don't have any, or want something smaller, try a jelly jar, other small mason jar, or a baby food jar/container. I layered the candy starting with the Skittles first--in rainbow … [Read more...]

Filed Under: All Crafts, Crafts, Gift Ideas, Holiday Projects, Printables, St. Patrick's Day, Teachers, Thinking of You | 8 Comments

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{free valentine fonts}

Jan
18

Who wants some super cute Valentine fonts??? ♥ Fonts are a simple way to fancy up your tags, invitations, projects, and valentines, and I love this charming holiday collection! I even included a heart shapes font (the last one listed)---different letters of the alphabet are different hearts...SO fun! {CLICK ON LINK TO DOWNLOAD} I love what you do Vanessa's Valentine Cupcake Cupid de Locke Fatty Heart Zalderdash Amelie Ma Sexy Pupcat Love Letters Heart Shapes {kierste} … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holiday Projects, Printables, Silhouette, Valentine's Day | 14 Comments

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{letters to santa: part 1} free letter template

Dec
11

santa letter cream & red with green copy

Writing letters to Santa is a big deal around here. It's a chance for my kids to write out anything and everything they've ever dreamed of, and although some of them are just never going to happen a tad unrealistic. In this very digital age, it's a rarity that letters are written or sent, so I especially love that this is a chance for them to do so. Delivering it to Santa is a big deal too--whether we mail it, or give it to him in person when they sit on his lap. I like to keep copies of their letters, and add them to their files--they are so fun to read later! I've created a simple, yet darling Santa letter template in a variety of colors--with plenty of space for writing, … [Read more...]

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{halloween paper sack gift bags}

Oct
04

I adore paper sacks. I love what they look like, how inexpensive they are, and their versatility. I just love being able to put them through my printer, adding fun text or graphics to create super cute invitations, gift bags, or party favor bags. Last Christmas I used them for our neighbor treat bags, and I couldn't wait to use them again for Halloween! You are going to LOVE that these bags are so incredibly easy to make, plus super inexpensive, which makes them perfect for classrooms, parties, and more--and customized for any holiday or party. When I was at the grocery store a couple of weeks ago, I was thumbing through a Martha Stewart magazine (obviously I didn't have my kids … [Read more...]

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{DIY baggage tags} with free printable!

May
31

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baggage tags header--brown paper packages

It's summer! Our family has some big trips coming up in the next few months, and I wanted to create some fun and easy baggage tags for all of our luggage. When we fly, we usually leave our stroller and car seats at door of the plane, and then pick them up when we get off. Tying a cute baggage tag around them will add one more step in an effort to making sure our stuff doesn't get lost! I also wanted needed a cute tag for my pink polka dot luggage, lol.These tags will take less than 5 minutes to make, are super inexpensive, and are perfect on everything from kids' backpacks to strollers! Of course I went with a monogram, because I'm slightly obsessed. :) Here's how you … [Read more...]

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