Phase 2 of The House Behind The Trees ~ The downstairs #TeelsBuildaHouse

So we are starting the downstairs ... I HATE to say basement because we had a basement in our old home, where you opened a door and went down stairs separated from anything else. It was a finished basement complete with a bedroom, craft room, family/game room and we spent a lot of time there ~ our oldest son moved down there in jr high and stayed through high school ... until we finished the master suite in the attic then he moved back up to the bedroom floor with his brother and sister.  So here our downstairs is open to the rest of the house, you can see through to the outside from the top of the stairs going down because we have a wall of windows down there as well.  We really didn't plan to have a kiddo down there but since we are having to do a switch-a-roo with rooms (I'll explain later) he is moving home soon and will be downstairs. Anyhoo, our downstairs will house our main family room, our middle sons room, a full bath and kitchenette.  I thought it would be fun ...

Teacher Appreciation Week 2017 is the first full week in May ~ The best teacher gifts in a jar and believe there is a jar with your teachers name on it!

Thanks for Helping me “Grow:” Succulents in a Jar – Succulent plants are ALL THE CRAZE right now! So it goes without saying, we are totally loving this modern teacher appreciation gift idea from Lolly Jane! They used real succulents, but you can use fake ones like these to make it a little easier. They have even provided a printable tag to go along with this great gift in a jar!

 Apple Gumballs in a Jar – This is such an adorable teacher appreciation gift in a jar! Create this fun idea from Bloom Designs for your child’s teacher this year!



You’re “Sweet:” M&M Brownies in a Jar – Who doesn’t love yummy brownies!? Thank your child’s teacher this year with this “sweet” treat idea from Delightful Made! Layer the ingredients for the brownies in a jar and throw on this adorable printable tag!

You’re One “Sharp” Teacher – Create this DIY teacher appreciation gift in a jar from PinkWhen! This practical gift idea is perfect for any teacher and is BEYOND cute!

You’re a “Berry” Sweet Teacher – Check out this “berry” sweet teacher appreciation idea from Mariah at Giggles Galore! I don’t know what teacher wouldn’t love this delicious strawberry shortcake idea in a jar!

 “Tickled Pink” that You’re My Teacher – I am totally in LOVE with this teacher appreciation gift idea from Courtney at Pizzazzerie! Using a cup like this, show your teachers that you are “tickled pink” to have them with this original gift idea in a jar!

Teacher Pencil Mason Jar Gift – How adorable is this pencil mason jar gift!? Using a jar like these, it’s the perfect idea for any teacher! Find the easy tutorial from Kimberly at A Night Owl on her blog!

You’re a “Lifesaver” Teacher Gift – Those who know me know that I am all about QUICK and CUTE! — Which is why I love this teacher appreciation idea from B-Inspired Mama! She has done all the hard work for you by creating this adorable gift tag! Simply throw some lifesavers in a jar and attach this fun tag for the perfect gift for your teacher!

“Star” Teacher Gift in a Jar– Grab a cute jar and fill it with Starbursts to create this quick and easy teacher appreciation gift! Ashley from Simply Designing has even provided a cute jar topper to add the finishing touches to your adorable present!

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