Monday Munchies - "Turkey" Vegetable Platter

I was asked to bring a veggie tray for Thansgiving this year at my cousin's house. I found this turkey platter idea (on Pinterest of course, ha!). It ended up being a hit! Now, someone needs to post a Christmas veggie tray theme. I had to bring a veggie tray for a Christmas party and was unsuccessful finding anything.

First Day of School Teacher Gifts

This all rooted from Pinterest (seriously, it's like crack). I was not planning on taking a gift on the first day until I found this idea on Pinterest involving cups with cute little flag toppers. I just couldn't wait until Christmas to give this so I'm sending it with L on her first day. 

The cups were $5 or $6 and from Wal-mart but I read on another blog that they have them at Joann's and you can use a coupon. The link provides instructions and a nifty template so you can print the flags yourself.

I need to arrange the drink packets a little better. I might throw some tissue paper in the middle so they stand up around the edge. Those are just Crystal Light on-the-go packets. I included three flavors so they could have a few drink options to choose from. The leftover packets are for the hubby. He likes to keep them at work to flavor his water bottles.

Pinterest

I recently discovered a great site to keep track of tutorials, links, blogs, inspiration - basically anything you would normally bookmark on your browser. It's called Pinterest! It's a virtual "pin board." You select or "pin" photos that are either inspiration or can link to websites, tutorials or products.

You can also search for pins posted by others. I found things that normally would have been difficult to find through a Google search. Think of it as an improved Google search - especially if you are looking for creative ideas. I'm warning you now though - it's very addicting!!