I don’t quite know how it evolved into this, but Valentine’s Day is now ANOTHER occasion to give teacher’s a gift. Don’t get me wrong…I’m a teacher, remember? I’m all about getting gifts. However, this is just absurd. But, because I give into peer pressure and want to hang out with the Jones’s, I do the Valentine’s gifts.
Luckily, I have found what I think is a super cheap and pretty easy gift to do every year. When I started working on them, I said to myself, “Self, what better time for a tutorial?!” However, consider yourself forewarned. I’m a bad tutorializer (made up word). I took what I thought was a lot of pictures, but I have no “action” shots. Let’s hope my words make up for it.
Go out and find the cheapest bottle of hand sanitizer, lotion, or bottled soap that you can find. I was at Target, and I’m pretty sure I could have found something cheaper. I wasn’t in the mood to go somewhere else. Hence, the $1.79 hand sanitizer. I like this idea because germs are everywhere when you’re a teacher. I keep a keg of this stuff on my desk. Yes, a keg.
The hardest part of this whole elaborate project is getting the stickers off the bottle. When you purchase it, make sure there’s nothing printed ONTO the bottle. Everything must be removable. Most are, but just check. The bottle on the right is the “cleaned” product. I simply peel it off. Whatever doesn’t come off clean gets some Goo-off or Goo-B-Gone on it. Just wipe the oil off with some Windex or something before you move on.
Teacher Gifts!
Now for the easy part. Decorate it. I have tried rub-ons, stickers, small tags, and ribbons. You choose!
The one on the right (below) is the first one I did, and I used soap. I have since come to like the sanitizer option better (plus I like that it’s a clear bottle), but you can do whatever you like.
So there you have it. A tutorial AND a teacher’s gift idea. Maybe you’re lucky, and you live in a district where parents don’t care about teachers. 😉 If, however, you live in my district, you’ll either present that teacher with a V-day gift or be black-listed by all the hot moms in mini-vans! Choose wisely!
Shelley a.k.a. Momma says
Very cute! Thanks for the idea! Looks simple and fun!
Rambling Girl says
Love this idea! Now tomorrow after church will head to get sanitizers.
Astrid says
Oh man! What a super cute idea!
Lisa says
Wonderful idea. I will definitely be making them. Thanks.
Lacy says
Kris-Perfect. Everything looks cuter in a pretty bottle. It’s all about the presentation and boy are you good!!!! I am so on it too!
Sarah says
I love this. Now, I’m a teacher too. But I don’t get gifts from my kids. Not for Christmas, Halloween, Valentines Day, etc. I teach in a small inner-city school. BUT…I might just make these to give to my colleagues! Thanks for the idea!
Nikki says
CUTE, CUTE, CUTE! I’m takin’ your idea ( copying is a form of flattery right? )
Mimi Sue says
Brilliant. As usual. I don’t need teacher gifts for my kids. But my kids need them for their kids. Mimi
4handfulls says
What a super idea! Thank you! With as many teachers as my kids have between the 4 of them I am always on the hunt for inexpensive gifts.
Melissa Miller says
If THIS JUST ISN’T THE CUTEST IDEA EVER!
MY SISTER’S A TEACHER.
I’LL PASS IT ON. 🙂
Kaitlyn says
That is a great idea, and it can be adapted to other holidays!
Momofgirls says
Cute idea! And yes, hand sanitizer is a must in the classroom!!!
"Hello... It's Me Again..." says
That is a great idea and so creative! Who doesn’t love a gift from time to time????
Jodee Leader says
I love this idea! I will be posting our teacher gift on Thursday!
Erika says
What a cute idea! Thanks for sharing!
Laura says
I don’t have any teachers to buy for, but I’m thinking I’ve got to make these for somebody – so cute!
Carrie says
VERY cute idea!! Like some of the others that left a comment, my kids are in HS and no longer give teacher gifts. But this idea is just too cute, I may have to make one or two for home. Awww, maybe my desk at work!!
monica says
I love this! I think I’ll make them for the teachers @ Sunday school also. I love practical gifts.
Amber says
Very cute!! I do live in one of THOSE districts, but I really don’t care what the other moms say OR do! I don’t let it affect me. I tend to give gifts for no occasion at all, s they know that I really mean it, and just to be a rebel.
{Of course I am normal about Christmas though}
Thanks for the idea! I’ll have to try it!………hmmm maybe St. Patrick’s Day…… 🙂
Melissa Miller says
Hi Chris, 🙂
Thanks for the sweet comments on our home. I really appreciate it very much. You’re too kind.
I thought I was a follower of your blog already. Oops! Sorry I missed it somehow.
I’ve had your button displayed on mine for a loooong time. I really enjoy your blog.
Have a wonderful and blessed Sunday.
~Melissa 🙂
The Un-Organized Mom says
This is a great idea!! I am always looking for new ideas for teachers, I know you/they get tired of the old standard apple themed gifts and you can only eat so much candy!
Thanks for sharing… =)
The Thompson's says
That is GEN I OUS!! What a great idea of a gift for very little cost. I will have my daughter make this for her mom and teacher this year!!
Love and Prayers,
Tim
Amy says
What a great idea! I might make one for myself as well.
Thanks!
Ashley @ Domestic Fashionista says
What a great idea and so cute! I think I need to make one for myself! By the way, I am really interested in this hand sanitizer keg… 😉
Angie says
What a totally cute and useful gift!
Mother Hood says
Great Idea! I want to invite you to my special Valentine’s blog challenge! Hope you can join us!
DomesticDivasFancy says
What a great idea…Love those.You are so creative.
Mindy says
LOL! I too am working on my VDay teachers gifts. Oh…the love!
Brenda says
Super idea! I love that it is economical & practical!
Jessica says
I love it. I was so excited to do it and then I realized duh, my kids are homeschooled. 🙂
Mandi says
You are so funny! This is a great idea and I will definitely be making this. Thanks for sharing!
Kimba says
What a great idea! I’m giving my son’s teachers one of my Valentines pins but I’m tucking your idea away for later. Love it!
Kimba
Tonya says
Great idea!
Natalie Jane says
Very chic. Just mentioned this on my sidebar. And that is my v-day gift to you teach. 🙂
FOR THE SAKE OF TIME says
LOVE the idea! I keep these in my bathroom too. This is the first time I have seen your blog and I just love it. It must be that “teacher” thing that we have in common. I retired a year and a half ago. Keep up the good work! I am going to make some of these this afternoon.
Frantic Home Cook says
One of the cutest, simplest ideas I’ve seen in a while. Great job!
Elizabeth says
That is a really cute, really creative idea! Thanks for sharing 🙂 I might have to do this for Christmas next year if I can find enough cute smelling lotions!
Natalie says
That is super cute! I'm totally going to steal it. It would be super cute to give a sanitizer & lotion set.
The Masked Mommy says
This is so cute! What a great idea! I’m really shocked with how adorable the results are 🙂
The Graves' House says
what a cute idea. this would be so great for little ‘secret pal’ gifts too. people are always in the need of little happies, and what a great way to personalize them.
~nicole
Susie Harris says
Now thats just pure de’ cute!!!
Suzanne says
Brilliant! Simply brilliant, my friend!
Kim says
Those are so cute!!! I love ready other teacher’s blogs. I found your blog about a week ago and love reading!
ugagirl30 says
Can I move to your district where the teachers are actually cared about? Cute ideas. I think my students use my hand sanitizer more than I do.
Kelly says
This is a great idea and I am certainly going to steal it! I do not mind giving gifts to Libby’s teachers, but she has many. There is the music teacher, the computer teacher, the Spanish teacher, the art teacher, and a few more. It gets a bit crazy. Right after the Valentine party, I begin to think about the class end of the year gift…what is the best you have ever received? I teach, but there are few gifts for college instructors. Mostly we get groans and whining, but that is okay because that means I am making them engage, making them think! ~Kelly
unDeniably Domestic
Betsy says
That is seriously precious.
Lipstick and Laundry ~Jen says
Very cute and our teachers would love this, they ask for hand sanitizer…BUT cute hand sanitizer come on…. LOVE it…
~Mommy+Me~ says
Very very cute! What did you use on the one with brown? Is that something you just glued on??
Twice as Nice says
Great idea! Love it. Now mind you I don’t need the idea since my son is 13 but boy do I wish you would of been around when he was in grade school! I’m sure you have saved a lot of moms time and $$ and made a lot of teachers HAPPY!
Twice as Nice says
P.S. My niece is a teacher. I think this would also be a great idea to give the kid’s for gifts for the parents.
That Girl says
so cute. I cant wait to make them. I was wondering about the brown ones too.
Misty says
That is a fabulous idea. Our school goes for a whole week of teacher/staff appreciation before Valentine’s Day…one day is bring in healthy snack day, one day is for supplies, one for homemade cards, give a hug day, and then the pta does a lunch the other. Can’t wait to try this!Thanks
Kim says
These are adorable! Awesome idea and I think you did a great job w/ the tutorial. :o)
I think this is even a good idea for those of us w/ desk jobs…I’d love to have this sitting on my desk. It’s pretty and functional.
Thanks for the inspiration!
Mom Taxi Julie says
Sooo cute!!
Jen - Balancing beauty and bedlam says
Totally adorable!
Miss(es) Canadian Pie says
This is too great. I’m nowhere close to having teachers in my life so I’m thinking I need a sanitizer bottle for my home. Way to be so personalizing. And I love that you make up your one words.
Betsy says
You are so creative! I am a teacher, too, and I would love this gift!!
Shannon says
Very cute!!!
TMS says
I freakin’ LOVE this idea!! Thank you so much for posting! I will be making these for my co-workers! Maybe it will make them nicer 🙂
LuckyMe says
Great job! Always like teacher’s gift suggestions that come from teachers!
Sandy Toes says
OH MY …just a perfect and creative idea! I love it!
-sandy toe
Mother Hood says
Thanks for your comment on the “show”. That was basically my point. I don’t think they are terrible people. I just don’t want to watch the chaos! You’re right, LIFE is stressful enough!!!
I got my feathers kinda ruffled with that one commenter. Could you tell?
AJ says
So cute! Love it! AND I’m gonna steal it;)
Kimm says
Great idea, I’m going to do this! With four kiddos, finding inexpensive teacher gifts is quite a challenge. Thanks
Tecia says
Im going to make them for my girls teachers and for my guest bathroom. Thanks for sharing!! I love your blog.
debra says
Really cute idea! I like to get them something that they’ll use and this sure fits the bill. Thanks!
Jena Williams, Not So Shabby Interiors says
OH! What a great idea…that is what I will get my little boys preschool teacher and I bet she will LOVE it! Thanks!!!
Brooke says
Sooo cute!!! My son's teacher is a total germ-a-phobe. We adore her and embrace her phobia! I love & appreciate that she tries to keep germs at bay in her room. I know what she will be getting for V-day now!!!
Just say Julie says
This is fabulous! I have no fewer than 4 bottles of sanitizer in my classroom, but one as pretty as this would find a home on my desk!
Rachel@oneprettything.com says
Oh that is so sweet and thoughtful! I love it. And coming from a teacher, you know they’ll link it! Thanks for the idea, I’ll be linking.
Suzanne says
You know I had to put this on my blog! Sick, it’s sickening how creative you are… Imagine what you could do if you actually had time and not a job! :0
Linda says
Love this idea. Thanks to you,”the tutorializer” for the tutorial 🙂 I am so going to steal this and give one to my kids teacher. Oh wait that would be me since I homeschool, but I will gladly give them to Sunday school teachers.
Blessings,
Linda
Julie says
Chris I’m working on mine right now thanks for the great idea. I’m giving them to all the nurses at the nursing home who take care of my aunt with some candy in a basket I’ll take a picture when it all gets done. Thanks for the great idea it came at the best time:)
julie
sandra/tx says
Great idea, Chris. Those are great teachers’ gifts!
Wendy @ The Shabby Nest says
That is a great idea…and you are a funny girl! “Hot moms in minivans” is going to be my new slogan. 😉
~ Jamie ~ says
Ha,ha! You make me laugh. I'm one of those drive my kids to school in my jammies & slippers & hope the car doesn't break down kind of mom.
Anyway…WOW! Those are so cute! I haven't heard of V-day gifts for teachers yet at our school but, maybe I'm out of the loop. Do you think it would work on soap dispensers too? Great idea!!!
christy says
Love this! Would be great for any occasion! Thanks for the idea.
Sarah says
Cute and easy with a big wow factor! That’s my kind of craft! Thanks for the idea.
-Sarah from Create Studio
http://www.createstudio.blogspot.com
Cary says
What a brilliant idea! Thanks!
~ Lisa @ AbidingThere~ says
Such an adorable idea! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!
Mommy of M's says
That’s a really great idea. I’m adding sanitizer to my shopping list!!
Andrea says
Love those! I’m going to try that for some of my friends.
Small House says
Once again…another great idea! Thank you!!
Denise says
Wow! You did it again! Pretty AND practical AND filling a need! You’re GREAT!
Thanks again!
Stacey @ The Blessed Nest says
Oh, yeah, they are all about the different holidays here. Not only for teachers, but now my kids come home every holiday with goody bags full of stuff from the other kids! That’s just a little much for me! This is a great idea, cause I’m all about keeping things germ-free! 🙂 Definitely useful in a school!!
Oliver's says
You are so stinkin clever! This is one of those projects that you want to tell all of your friends about. Thank you for the tutorial, there are never enough of them in blof land. Smiles, Paula
Oliver's says
By the way where do you buy your stickers and rub ons? I love the chocolate bottle especially! Paula
Sweet Caroline's says
I am new to blogging and love your ideas! My kids aren’t school aged yet, but I think I’ll be making these for the babysitter and neighbors! Thanks!
Ashley says
How neat!! I love Germ- X!!
Ashley says
This is precious! I don’t have any teachers to buy gifts for and am shocked that Valentine’s Day is now a teacher gift holiday. I’ll keep this project in mind (and not forget to give teachers Valentine’s Day presents when that time comes). Thanks for the heads up! Haha!
kristal says
SUPER DUPER CUTE! they’ve actually requested NO teacher gifts at my son’s school. you can bring in a goody for the whole staff or a book to add to the library, but no specific holiday gifts to stop the craziness. (of course, i cheat and send “just because gifts cuz i love teachers:)
Mary says
This is a great idea! Am going to give it a try myself…
megs @ whadusay says
I have never heard of buying Vday gifts for a teacher, but then my oldest is in Kindergarden. 🙂
Regardless, I LOVE this idea and if I don’t use it for V-day I will use it someday!
Thanks for sharing!!!
OH MY #6 says
Love your BLOG.
Lea
xo
Inspired Kara says
The word AWESOME comes to mind!
These are SOOOOOO stinkin cute!
Our Family says
This is such a pratical, useful, yet beautiful gift. I would love to have one of these sitting on my desk! 🙂
MamaJenn says
Great Idea!
Kristin says
That is such a great idea!!
Christina says
Fantastic idea. Looks cute, but is very useful. My mom (a 3rd grade teacher) uses tons of this stuff.
Hadley Coble says
What an adorable idea! That’s fun to do to match your kitchen, or your hostess’ kitchen for a hostess gift!
Kacey R. says
What an AWESOME idea! I have hadn sanitizer everywhere in the house! LOL
Bella Casa says
So cute, Chris!
And just think…you can buy the Green Sanitizer and make St. Patrick’s Day ones to SURPASS those Jones’ 😉
Make sure to swing by my blogs this week…I am have 18 giveaways on Bella Casa and 1 on bella casa news!
I’m going to stumble this post for you because it is such a fun idea!
Bella
MonsterMama says
Triple love it! Thanks for sharing.
jori-o says
Cute (and EASY-thank you!) idea!
caryn says
What a great and easy idea! Thanks
Michelle Sybert says
TOT-TAL-LY doing this!
awesome possum idea! I’ll be linking to this on Sunday!
Jennie says
that is an awesome idea….. you amaze me….
Oh Boy...Oh Boy...Oh Boy says
i love this idea. i already got something for VDay for the teacher but this is usable for any holiday! THANKS!!!!!
Caren says
Super Duper cute! I will be making those for sure!
Barb says
What a hit this idea was. They really turned out nice. Very cute. They will be proud to get them.
mom
Sandy says
Those are too cute!
Will certainly make these this year for teachers!
Have a wonderful week.
Blessings,
Sandy
jenjen says
What a cute idea!!!!
Jen
T Lyn says
I work in an inner city school also. I usually get a very few things for Christmas. However, I have three instructional assistants. (Sped.) I may have to give them this with a little something else. Great idea.
Diane says
that is fantastic!
CJ, the Purple Diva says
DARLING IDEA! LOVED IT!
Kris says
117 comments about SOAP?!!
You have officially made it. My blog stinks. Off to eat some worms.
Kristin says
Absolutely adorable! We homeschool so we don’t have teachers to give to but I’m so making these for my son’s Sunday School teachers! Thanks for sharing the tutorial.
Doran & Jody says
GREAT idea! Thanks for sharing!
Shop Without Money Sisters says
Let me just say I LOVE YOUR BLOG!!!!! That is very creative !!!!
Marcy says
Fabulous easy in-expensive gift idea. LOVE IT!!
kellydee says
Oh my gosh – I did these and I LOVE them! You are a genius. I like doing Valentine’s gifts but hate to spend very much, so this was perfect. On the tag, I printed this scripture – “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew
a steadfast spirit within me.
Psalm 51:10″ I thought the two went well together. Thanks again for a great idea. Actually thanks for ALL your great ideas – I love your blog!
Cyndi says
You have such great ideas…I love your blog!!
Lisa says
VERY NICE! HUGS FROM MAINE http://sophie4me.blogspot.com/
Willo says
I am LOVING THESE! What a great way to reuse bottles! I am definitely going to try it someday!
Maureen says
That is so creative and so very practical. I am going to do this.
Katie says
These are a great idea! So easy to do, cheap to make, super cute, and something the teacher needs and can use. Unlike yet another box of cheap chocolates!
Karen at Nittany Inspirations says
The hand sanitizer is brilliant. Teacher get so much junk gifts. This is saying I appreciate you and its practical and not very expensive.
Dawn@Embracing the Ordinary Life says
LOVE this idea!!
Tara says
What a fantastic idea!!! ♥
julesmagules says
I am a teacher and have a bottle of sanitizer on my desk that I use very frequently but these are so much cuter!!
Lisha says
I just fell in love 🙂 I followed you from Tip Junkie and I am loving your blog!! I too am a teacher, but am staying home right now. I CHERISH my son’s teachers. I already got them something, but I am doing this too!! AMAZING IDEA!! thanks for sharing!
Southern Fried Gal says
LOVE this idea!!!
Kayce says
I love this idea! I’ll be making one for each of my kid’s teachers… or rather, he will be making them.
Janiece says
LOVE IT!!
Barb says
What a fabulous idea. You could really do that for ANY holiday.. and what a nice addition to your bathroom during the holidays. Thanks!
Jill says
Would you be willing to post this tutorial on our Web site?
We’re looking for great crafting tutorials like this!
We will link back to your blog in exchange for your great tutorial!
Contact me at craftingtips[at]daisycraft.com
Our site: Daisy Craft
Starla says
This is a WONDERFUL idea! (must be from a wonderful teacher!) Thanks for sharing!
L says
Okay, so I did this today! I am NOT crafty or creative but this was fun and easy. Oh and cheap…
4 bottles of sanitizer at the dollar store – $4.
Stickers at Hobby Lobby – $4.
If I wouldn’t have spent money on other things I absolutely HAD to have this gift would have cost less than $10 – that is 2 gifts for each teacher. WOW!!!
Thank you!
Miss Boo (a.k.a. jen70) says
Such a cute and creative gift!
Clean&Classic says
Too cute, fun and creative. I don’t think I can make one of these without making one for myself!
Tammy says
Hey don’t beat yourself over the price issue, I just bought two bottles at Wal-Mart in Canada for 4.79!!! I found pink sanitizer too, which will be great for Valentines, thanks for the great idea!!
The Smith Family says
Love the idea and I copied it for my sons pre school teacher. Not as cute as yours, but a super and easy idea 🙂
Thanks.
That's what she said says
My 6 year old & I made these for her 3 teachers & she gave it to them yesterday. I was so happy to hear them tell me what a great present & great creative idea.
Thanks for posting this & allowing me to touch into a creative side.
Anna says
New to your blog, but had to post that this is the cutest idea ever. I sat with my girls last night while they created their own decorated hand-sanitizer bottles for their teachers. They loved the activity. With the bottles in hand,they walked proudly into school this morning. Thanks so much for the cheap and cute idea!
MaryAnne says
This is one of the best teacher gifts ever – any teacher will love it, and it’s very cute and easy to make. Thanks for the great idea!
The John Family says
Thanks so much for this idea. I would have been stumped on what to give without it. I was able to get all the supplies at the Dollar Tree. Thank you!
Angela says
We made these and I posted pics on my blog and gave you a shout out for the super cute idea! Thanks for giving us an awesome gift idea that stood out from the rest! They were impressed!!! 🙂
blessdtwice says
Okay, after 140+ comments, i don’t know if you will see this but I wanted to add my thanks! I gave this for V-day and I think it is an AWESOME idea- way to think outside the box!! very creative!
Red Geranium Cottage says
What a cute idea. Thanks for sharing with us.
Christine says
I tried your idea and it is so much fun!
Thanks for the clever idea.
Christine
Amanda says
What a fantastic idea!
shortmama says
So simple and a great idea!
Paula says
That’s really cute 🙂
Tanielle says
What a fantastic idea!! Great gift for many occasions and people! Thanks for sharing!
Happy SITS day!
JamieH says
Happy SITS Day! That is a really GREAT idea! I NEVER would have thought of that!
Mrs. Jelly Belly says
I love this idea – I think I’ll make one for myself!
cat says
Brilliant girl!
mommytoalot says
Great idea. You are quite creative.
Fresh Mommy says
This is such a great idea!! I love this!!
🙂
~Tabitha~
freshmommyblog.com
The Daily Dear says
Ahh I LOVE this idea!
Lanie says
Love these! What a great idea!
countryfriedmama says
Love it! I’m sure the teacher’s love getting a useful gift, too, instead of another mug.
Creative Junkie says
omgosh, such a simple, pretty idea! I love it!
Margaret says
That is such a cute idea. I will have to remember it. My son will start to school next year.
Mimi says
You mean the teacher don’t want another coffe mug or ceramic apple?
This is a genius idea!
sandy says
I think these are adorable. As a former childcare provider, I would have loved to receive one as a gift:0)
Cindy says
What a GREAT idea! I’m so doing this!
Frugal Finds says
What a cleaver idea!!!
tammy says
Great idea!! Inexpensive, pretty and usable! So what if the teacher gets 5 of them?? I bet they wouldn’t look the same…and she will use them up in no time!!
Jaime says
I’m a teacher too and I would have much preferred something practical and cute like this rather than a silk rose or stale chocolate hearts! Congrats on your SITS day! 🙂
kimert says
Fantastic idea!
My New 30 says
Great idea! And I think you did an excellent tutorial!
Happy SITS Day!
Mary
What A Card says
Wow, I know others have said it, but what a great teacher’s gift. So much better than yet another mug or pencil holder 🙂
Ooh Baby! says
Great idea. I’m tiring of the teacher gift occasions.
Toni says
What a great gift for teachers. Thanks for sharing.
Courtney D says
This is great!!! I’m a teacher (or was before the babies) in one of those areas where gifts were given for every occasion (can you say, Columbus Day Gift?!?) But a lady only needs so many pads of note paper! This is adorable, from the heart, AND useful! Great, Great Idea!!
Momma Miller says
Love it! I’m a teacher, too. Taught K-2nd before having the babies and now I teach college on the side. In my last district, they were always doing stuff for teachers. We had to fill out these forms with all sorts of information about what we liked–perfumes, other scents, favorite colors, favorite candles, favorite restaurants, kitchen colors, one or two big items we’d love to get for our classroom, etc. It was a very wealthy district and my parents were amazing. They usually took up a collection and bought things off the list they gathered at the beginning of the year, but I almost always ended up with a large pile of extra “stuff.” Your gift idea is wonderful because, not only is it handmade, but SOOOO useful. Thanks! Oh, and happy SITS day!
Charmaine says
I love them!!
Anita says
Cute and fairly inexpensive gift option! I like it.
I’ve been shunned by many hot moms and teachers…….hanging head in shame.
Laura says
That's a very clever & cheap idea. Of mine is in junior high now & kids don't bring the teachers presents (probably because they have too many teachers to have to give to).
Reluctant Housewife says
Cute.
Although I’m now feeling inadequate because I did nothing for the teachers on valentines day. I made them scarves at Christmas, though. 😉
Jenny-Jenny says
That is such a great idea. I’m all over it!
Rachel says
So adorable!!! I’m filing this idea away.
Industrioushead says
Wow! They look great! A nice gift, even for family.
Momma-of-5 says
OH MY GOSH! Those are so cute and such a great idea. At my kids’ school, they collect for a “class gift” but I like to still give the teacher a little something that shows we were thinking of her. THESE ARE PERFECT and I’m DEFINITELY stealing this idea. You’re so creative!
Christine aka Mistress of Cakes says
That isn't just great for teachers it's also great for doctors offices & people with OCD..hehe. You should make mini ones to go in purses!
Brandy says
love it. i’m also a crafter and love new ideas.
Mandy says
We went through this for Valentine’s as well. I love your idea and will definitely be using it next year. Thanks!
Reeni♥ says
These are so clever!! And pretty!
mrs zeee says
You are a modern day genius. I am linking to this page from my blog!
Thanks!
Girly Do's says
Very cute idea. So simple and yet it looks so adorable!
"FINE"al thoughts... says
Why oh why couldn’t I have known you two months ago? This is a most excellent idea. Plus also I love your blog layout. So feminine and chic!
Joy says
That’s a flipping SWEET idea!
Monica says
This is such a cute gift idea! Way to go.
Hillori says
You are full of “awesomenicity”!!!
Jaden Paige says
LOVE IT! Great idea!
Now, hopefully I can remember this in four years when my daughter goes to school… 😉
Tiffany says
Great idea! I like the hand sanitizer bottles too. The little bubbles just add to the designs.
Stereos and Souffles says
Great idea, it would be fun to do at my own house with liquid soaps for the different holidays and seasons. Thanks!
Tricia says
Cute stuff! Stopping by from SITS.
Tara says
I did these! I found ya and did them for gifts and they LOVED THEM!!!
Anti-Supermom says
These are just genius. They turned out so well.
Rbarakat says
Now why didn’t I think of that! Great idea thanks! Happy sits day!
Cammie says
those are AWESOME! I will be keeping this in mind big time
Controlling My Chaos says
I live in a neighborhood with the hot moms in the mini vans. I call our PTO President Malibu Barbie because she’s so dang cute and PERKY. It’s a crime.
greedygrace says
Another sweet and simple idea! A perfect project for my 3 year old!
Liz (Loving Mom 2 Boys) says
Those are adorable!! I will be making those for our daycare mommy soon!!
C.G. the Foodie says
As a teacher, I definitely did not get a v-day gift from any of my students. However I would have totally appreciated these. How cute!
Amy says
This is a great idea. For any time of the year. Love this.
Helene says
I love this idea…it’s so simple yet so unique!! In addition to making one for my kids’ preschool teacher, I think I’ll make a couple to keep around our house for when guests come over!
Days of Whine & Noses says
Ok, I will be using that idea!
Visiting from SITS!
Annikke says
And yet you post ANOTHER way-to-cute-for-words craft project!! Love these!
Brandy says
What a great idea! And not just for teachers but just in my own house.
Who else is thinking this would be perfect for Mother’s Day and just decorate around a certain decor?
Bethany says
I’m a teacher, and I know I would love to receive this as a gift. It would make a great gift for girl students also. My girls love to carry sanitizer around with them.
Libby says
Very creative! How do you find time to do this being a teacher? (spoken as a former teacher :0)
christy rose says
What a super great idea!
Star Forbis says
Great idea! With 4 kids I’m always looking for inexpensive (cheap!) teacher gift ideas that are still nice. Thanks for the tip.
The Mom says
Happy SITS Day to you. What a fabulous idea. I’m totally going to be making these — maybe for a end of school year thank you gift or something … but I’m going to make them! Thanks!!
Jennifer Juniper says
I took this idea and ran away laughing (all the way to Walmart) when you first posted this. I even posted the idea on my blog from you.
I’m proud to say, the sanitizer still sits on my son’s teacher’s desk. Thanks!
Kari says
I love this idea! Very cute and easy. Thanks for sharing.
Found my way over from SITS! Congrats on being featured blogger.
Heather says
Such a great idea!
meghanwelch says
What a great gift idea! I’ll be making some of these soon!
Marrdy says
Oh my gosh!!! What a great idea.
Lea Ann says
Awesome teacher’s gifts TIMES SEVEN (middle school). I’ll get started now for next year.
Robin says
What a great idea….
Thanks for sharing
Amy says
I will definitely keep this idea in mind. So cute 🙂
Aubrey says
Simple. Easy. Affordable. USEFUL! Love it!
MARGARITA BLOOM says
These are soooo adorable! Right up my alley. 🙂
{Katie Lane} says
Wow, I’ve never even thought about that before. You are impressive!
Blicky Kitty says
That is so thoughtful and cute! I just might try that one!
Rachel says
Okay that’s adorable too! And… who doesn’t have a keg of hand sanitizer? Completely normal.
Mariel says
Very cute! I should have you do a guest post on my blog one of these days! It’s all about fun ideas!
Mariel
http://www.oneshetwoshe.com
Muppet Soul says
SO cute!
Stephanie @ BizzieMommy.com says
That a great gift. My mom was a kindergarten teacher and she used to get all kinds of gifts
A Mommy in Jeans and High Heels says
Genius idea! I hope you don’t mind, but I’ll be sharing this with all my friends!
Anne says
Those a great idea! They’d also make great office gifts. 🙂
Heather @ Sugar N Spice Mostly Nice says
I’ve been following for a while now and this is one of my favorite things you have done. Simple and easy.
Happy SITS Day!!
Delectable Dining says
These are great! I’m a teacher and will definitely be dressing up my sanitizer bottles for different holidays and events. Too cute!
Ali says
This is such a great idea! I love it!
Tranquility says
Oh my goodness – that is perfect! I can think of so many different times that this would make a great little gift! Thanks for sharing!
Lavender n Lattés says
Those are adorable! I will definitely try this one! Thanks!
John Deere Mom says
OMG I am a teacher too (I’ve been here before but it’s been awhile) and would LOVE this! And I will also love making it for my son’s teacher and daycare workers! Yay!!
Sara says
love love love this idea.
Merrily Down the Stream says
Brilliant and cheap! I love it…
Happy SITS
Taryn says
Okay. This has got to be one of the best ideas I have seen in a long time! Thank you so much for sharing! How easy! Why didn’t I think of that?
LOVE IT!!!
Love,
Taryn
Leslie says
What a cute idea! I love it!
*Megan* says
what a great idea!
Zeemaid says
okay, I just became a follower. Absolutely love, LOVE this idea. Seriously, I am gonna stalk you girl.
I am so glad you were featured on SITS today.
I hate doing the whole teacher thing (first year at it too) because I am sure the teachers get enough diy gifts from the kids as it is.. so this is totally cool BTW I liked the white bottle. I just love white and red together I thought it looked sharp too.
Jeanne Finelli, RN says
Cute enough to make me wish I was a teacher!
StampinMom says
what a cute idea!
oh and happy SITS day.
Jamie 🙂
Katrina says
How cute are these? Wow, love it! Thanks so much for the idea.
Bethany says
Those are so cute! I’m a teacher and love any homemade gift from the kiddos/their parents. 🙂
Michelle says
Vaentine’s Day, seriously? I so went into the wrong profession. Except that part about having to clean up kid puke.
These are a neat idea… and one I’ll have to keep in mind for when Mister Man goes to elementary school next year!
Vickie says
I love that idea! I also like the clear bottles. My favorite is the brown rub ons.
jubilee says
Such a great idea.
Our school district asks that each child bring in a bottle of hand sanitizer at the beginning of the year, but who couldn’t use another?!
Rachelle @ "Mommy? I'm Hungry!" says
Stopping by from SITS!
That is a cool idea!! I’m not a huge crafty person, but I’m bookmarking your blog for more ideas!
Lani says
great idea! Thanks for sharing:)
Brittany says
Happy SITS day!
I saw your sweet craft featured on Tip Junkie! So cute!
bluntdelivery says
what a cute idea!!!! stopping by from sits
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Mandy says
SOOOO cute! As a teacher, I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to get this. Knowing a gift for V-day didn’t break your bank account and was extremely useful for me is a great combo!
I think I am going to do this for my children’s teachers!
Susan says
What a fabulous idea. Can’t wait to try it out!
Tonya says
Very cute and creative. My sister would love this!!
delilah says
Adorable, and so easy! I’d much rather do this than pitch in for the cheesy crud the room mom suggested.
delilah at http://www.unrulyhelpmeet.com
Mom says
What a great idea for something so simple. Awesome!
Stop by and visit.
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Shannon says
Love this! So simple… but what a great gift!
The Mom @ Babes in Hairland says
Fabulous idea. I made a couple of these today for my girls teachers as part of Teacher Appreciation week. Don’t know if they are quite as cute as yours, but hopefully their teachers will enjoy them. Thanks for the fun idea to change up a normally boring thing! 🙂
Jennifer says
I made these today for teacher appreciation week. They were so easy and I’m really happy with how they turned out. Thank you!
Jennifer says
Cute idea and great tutorial! I ended up making them for teacher appreciation week last week. I linked back to you, here’s the http://loveyoumucho.blogspot.com/2009/05/my-teacher-appreciation-gifts.html
Britt says
You had me at "Teacher Gifts". Thank you for inspiring me to create my very own blog. I posted a link to your page for all of my 0 … yes 0… followers.
Sherry says
FABULOUS idea! All the Bible school teachers will be getting these from us now. 🙂
Jen R. says
I lurve this idea! Very clever!
Gifts to Pakistan says
I feel that this site could be very useful & informative. Looking forward to more stuff
Kami Buchanan says
I linked your idea on my blog! So cute! http://www.kamibuchanan.blogspot.com
Cupcake Mama says
Great idea! Since I am a former elem teacher and my oldest is in kdg, I was really picky about her teacher's Christmas gift and love to share ideas like this with my friends! This may have already been in another comment (didn't read ALL of them!) but why couldn't you squirt the sanitizer into your "keg", clean the clear bottle, and then refill with soap? I agree with you…the clear bottle is a better look, but both are cute!
LuvNlife says
Fantastic idea! Teachers must LOVE this gift. My DIL is a teacher, and she too is a hand sanitizer freak! She makes the students use it as they come into her classroom.
Stacey says
How cute! Love this idea!
gifts Philippines says
So cute gift ideas! I like it. Wish someone also give me like that. Thanks for sharing! keep posting!
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graduation gifts says
Very nice bottles! I simply love the packing.
bluw says
Thank you for sharing. Wonderful post. I appreciate it.
I like some of your creative ideas on how to continue using, cool!
Lots of great points!! Thank you
Becky @ I Burned The Brownies says
Hey I linked you over at I Burned the Brownies . These look amazing! You are making it easy for the teachers to love me! Heehee Thanks and come by for a visit!
Olga @ Suddenly OG says
This is such a great idea. Perfect for so many occasions and to spice up any office, bathrooms… perfect.
Thank you for sharing.
send gift Philippines says
That was absolutely a great gift idea so creative. Keep posting!
toni