{Freebie} Back to School Circle Tags & Treat Bag Toppers

Well, it's that time again...time to go back to school!   Whether you are a student or a teacher, it can be exciting & stressful at the same time!  So, even though I'm not preparing to go back school (arranging my classroom, organizing papers, and making plans), I have many family members & friends who are, so I thought I would make a little something to brighten your Back to School parties or to welcome your students back into the classroom!

The design was inspired by a repeat & loyal customer, who was throwing their Family Back to School Bash.  She wanted the theme to be owls with "Be Prepared" as the party slogan!  I thought it was so cute, I decided to make some additional goodies and offer it to my readers as a little "Happy School Year," free gift!  The BACK TO SC'HOOOO'L collection includes circle tags with 3 designs, a banner that reads, "Be prepared!," and treat bag toppers.  Hope you enjoy!

Circle Tags (1 of 3 designs)

another circle tag

treat-bag toppers {fits 6.5" sandwich or snack baggies}

Download the collection here.

{Double Feature} Back to School Party Goodness

As children everywhere are getting ready to go back to school, I thought I would give you a little inspiration in case you want to throw your kiddos a stylish Back to School Bash!

This first party has been in my archives for a while to feature, but I can not remember the site where I found it.  So, if you are the creative mind behind this awesome party or you know who is, please let me know and I'll give the proper credit!  :)

the chalkboard welcome sign

A bake sale ~ what a great idea!

the brown bag lunches 

the flavored water bottles with cute labels

I seriously HAVE to make these edible crayons sometime.

Want to make your own?  Here is the recipe, here is the wrapper template courtesy of Parties By Hardie, & here is the box template courtesy of Tami Matta.  I definitely want to try this craft with Noah so we can work on learning our colors! :)

such darling cupcakes with the kids' pictures on top as the toppers

The second feature is a School Themed Baby Shower that won my heart because it is full of classic Elementary goodness!  It was given by Whitney & featured on her family blog for her friend who is a Kindergarten Teacher.  Take a look at all the adorable details!

the invite (love the lined font)

the shower timeline on a chalkboard

the "after-school" snack

the lunch menu

adorable, yet easy-to-do decorations

I {heart} the apple water bottle labels & coordinating Diet Coke cans.

the favor bags

the composition book turned baby shower memorabilia book 

So, here's wishing all the children going into a brand new grade and all the teachers going back into the classroom an amazing school-year filled with happy memories, fun times, and lots of learning!