I HEART YOU PINTEREST

Pinterest...what was life like before this incredible gift? I'm totally addicted and if they had AA for Pinterest, I would nominate myself as the door holder for every meeting. 


I was feeling bold and "heartfelt" tonight, so I decided to do my Valentine's Day gift for my little darlings.

This is what I saw on Pinterest. I said to myself "Hey you can totally do this. It's so simple," and self said back "You got it kid. No problem." Well self was half right..half wrong.

I grabbed my crayons, knife, and cutting board and was ready to SLICE. Right after I put the camera down I had a "HELLO LADY!" moment. Uhhh, Tanya you have to take off the wrapping. OH. For some strange reason that step never crossed my mind. Its as if my prior knowledge on crayons strictly remembered seeing only "naked" crayons. So weird. After I got over my stupidity, I started peeling. WOW. Peeling wrapping off of crayons with nails = NOT A GOOD TIME. I still have crayon under my nails and this was a few hours ago. At first I tried doing it the dainty, girly way but after crayon #2 I was tearing into that thing like a lion who hadn't eaten in 7 days. (Of course this simile is not to be confused with me tearing into the crayon with my teeth but more WITH MY NAILS.)

After some time...no more than 40 minutes...this is what I had. 

I got the molds from Target. Target you are the glue that holds my life together.

There were so many questions during this endeavor....

"Should I cut the crayons into smaller pieces?"

"Should I cut the crayons into bigger pieces?"

"What colors would work the best?"

"Will I ever get the crayon out from under my nails?"

"Why do crayons have a weird texture/feeling to them?"

"I should have tried a recipe from Pinterest instead of a craft on a school night!"

The last sentence wasn't a question, but more a statement I pondered quite a few times...

I popped my little hearts into the oven at 250 degrees for 15 minutes.

13 minutes in, my oven started to produce an INTERESTING smell. 

Highlight of the night: "EW. I'm not eating whatever you have in the oven." - Mark (he missed the whole chopping crayons up bit and had no idea what I was doing in the kitchen. Oh to be a man and oblivious to life.) 

This is what they looked like when I took them out of the oven. I let them cool completely and then the popping started! 

Finished product:

LOVE. LOVE. LOVE. So worth it!! I know my kiddos will love them, and thanks to this craft, I now have built-in crayons under my nails. Go me. 

Off to go work on the template which the heart will sit on and to snuggle with Penny. :) 

11 in 11

Kristen over at "a teeny tiny teacher" is hosting a linky party. I feel as though I am that "dork" not invited to the party but goes as someone's wing man anyway. :) The blogging world is full of friends and tight connections..it's hard squeezing in.


BUT....here is my contribution to the party! Enjoy!







 
11. Favorite Movie You Watched
Super 8 - I was shocked by this movie! When Mark suggested it at the BlockbusterExpress Box, I was less than thrilled. Great, another sci-fi thriller...but I was so wrong. The writing, acting, directing, everything was awesome! Full of adventure and action - a must see.

10. Favorite TV Series
Storage Wars. A little weird I know but I cannot get enough. Although I do get annoyed when they get too ambiguous and price their own findings and inflate the actual worth; however, I don't stop watching. Please tell me I am not alone in this strange obsession.      YUUUUP!

9. Favorite Restaurant
Islamorada Fish Company - it's inside the Bass Pro Shops which we frequently visit thanks to Mark's addiction hobby of fishing. Their grouper sandwich is my best friend and they serve this YUMMY, warm, cinnamon bread when you first sit down. It's a lovely experience.


8. Favorite new thing you tried
This is simple...without a doubt, blogging! At first I was so hesitant. Where to start? Who will read it? Will I ever have more than 10 followers? BUT fears aside, it has been enjoyable and refreshing. In some strange way, it also pushes me to be a better teacher. I'm sure some of you can understand that.


7. Favorite gift you received
Tickets to see Wicked the Musical. Mark scored us front row tickets to the show! I'm beyond excited. We have seen the show before, but I never get tired of incredible music and writing.  I listen to the soundtrack during my 35 minute ride to work at least once a week. It pumps me up and gets my vocal cords going for a day of non-stop talking!

6. Favorite thing you pinned
*Sign* I am not on Pinterest BUT I did employ my mother on Christmas day to invite me and I just awaiting my invitation. :) Pinterest here I come!


5. Favorite blog post
...I would have to say the one on my classroom library. The title of the post says it all.


4. Favorite Accomplishment
My FCAT scores from the end of last year. All my students passed and I was so proud of them. It was a great feeling!

Also buying my first car. It's a 2012 Kia Soul and I bought her all by myself, and I will be making the car payments on her for the next 5 years all by myself!


3. Favorite Picture

I know I have already posted this but it was our first professional photo session together as a family. :)


2. Favorite Memory
Discovery Cove with my sister, Becca. Discovery Cove is a resort in Orlando, FL where you can lay out on the beach, eat until you want to die, and best of all, swim with dolphins! We had a wonderful SISTER day and I adored sharing such a great experience with her.

Becca and I.

Discovery Cove

1. Goals for 2012

1. To keep blogging

2. To give my all in every endeavor

3. To be patient and kind in trying situations

4. For all my students to pass the FCAT

5. To get married

6. Join Pinterest!