Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and I’ll have a few more free printable cards for you this week to help those last-minute planners like me! 

Today’s cute Valentine comes from artist Angeli Zankel-Verastegui. She put a modern twist on a vintage card. Enjoy!

Trim with scalloped scissors to make them look even cuter. Thanks Angeli!

Download the Free Printable Vintage Valentine

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After making my paper straw heart garland, I started thinking of ways I could use my extra straws for classroom gifts. Naturally, having a little girl who loves jewelry, I came up with a bracelet!

Package my free printable Valentine’s Day Tags, some candy and these easy straw bracelets in a clear baggie with my matching bag toppers and you’ll have a perfect gift for little friends! This also makes a fun and easy craft to do with any child.

I used my leftover red and white straws, but having multiple colors together would be super cute!

You can download these cute Valentine’s Day tags and baggie toppers here. Enjoy!

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Our photo challenge this week at I Heart Faces is “Back to School”. I’ve already featured my children’s photos here and here, so I’m entering one of my favorite photos from the first day of school. It’s always exciting to walk in the school on the first day and I wanted my daughter to remember her first day of kindergarten.

Join the fun and enter a back to school photo on Monday & Tuesday. (We have a fun giveaway this week too!)

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You started Kindergarten today. It’s hard to believe you are five years old and going off to school with your brother. You are the most independent, brave girl I know. I knew I wouldn’t have to worry about you being afraid. I have to admit there were a few things I was worried about though.

First of all, you are like your mommy and NOT a morning person. I was so thankful that you woke up in a great mood and excited for school. The only pouting was with your big brother because he wanted to ride the bus with his friends. I think later, he was happy that he waited with us and walked into school together.

Even though your brother acts like he’s Mr. Independent, he’s always happy to have us around! He was excited for 3rd grade and the fact that we got to walk him to his room, probably, most likely, secretly made his day:-)

As I figured, you were not one bit scared to walk to your class. Not even the crowds of parents in the hallways seemed to bother you!

After squeezing through the parents in the kindergarten hallway and putting your Hello Kitty backpack in your locker, you walked right up to your teacher to hand her your folder. What impressed me the most is how nice and well behaved you acted when you had to wait your turn!

Brave yes, but a patient girl, you are not. This is the part that concerned me the most about you going to school. Would you throw a fit out of the blue? Would you scream your louder than a dinosaour scream, because something didn’t go your way? As one of the youngest in your class and knowing how loud your voice can be. Yes, I was more than a little worried. What if you just laid on the ground and started kicking everyone? (Yes, it’s been known to happen:-)

But no, you were so sweet and talked to your teacher like such a big girl. Way to go!!

I giggled as you sat in your seat by your best buddy and listened as you two talked. Little does your teacher know, you two have known each other since birth, been in preschool together since you were two and will probably be chatting it up most of the day!

I giggled even more as he apologized for saying he didn’t like girls last week. You accepted his apology and understood that it was just his older brother teasing him about having girlfriends that made him say that. All was well again in your world as you introduced your stuffed friends to each other.

How cute are you two getting out your journals?  I can’t wait to see what picture you drew on your first page!

As circle time came around, it was time for me to go. I tried to hide behind the file cabinet, but you still knew I was there. I hope you know that I will always be there for you no matter what. One of these days when you go off to college, I’ll be hiding behind a tree instead of a cabinet for photos. Just get ready because mom loves you a ton!

You’re probably having a blast at school right now. I will miss our days at home together, but really, I’m so excited for you! I had not one tear, but a giant smile on my face as I left the school. You make me smile so much.

I love you! – Mommy

P.S. – Here is your brother’s kindergarten letter. It sure is fun to look back and see how much you both have grown!

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Free school printables are here! I’m happy to have both of my children going to school all day this year. It will be an exciting year! There are so many adorable free designs for back to school in blog land.  I’ve featured some of my favorite new finds here. Enjoy!

Free School Labels

Find great free labels for school at Paper Glitter and One Charming Party.

Lunch Box Notes

Kids will love these sandwich wraps by Little Lovely and cute apple notes from One Charming Party.

Worksheets for Kids & Parents

Both parents and kids will love the Homework Planner by Creative Mamma and my school notes design to help kids open up about their day.

School Party Printables

Check out these adorable ideas and party printables featured on Catch My Party and Bird’s Party Blog.

* Find more free printables for school in my Back to School Round-Up. *

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