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For this month’s Silhouette Challenge I’m at it again with the vinyl. When I won my portrait, I told my husband that everything in the house was getting a decal. I don’t think he realized how serious I was, but I’m sure he got the point when I “decaled” the chicken coop.
I now decided that my vinyl powers would best be put to use preparing for our at- home preschool. Before starting this new venture I wanted to make sure I was organized, and that’s where this dry erase board comes in to play. It is the perfect size to fit on our fridge and be a sort-of a command center for my son and I. The chore chart is done with pictures, so he can easily understand. Our preschool schedule is written out for me as a reminder, and there is a place that lists what we are learning about each week. That way my husband can see what’s happening in our little home school.
For the chore chart I actually used this calender that I bought from the Silhouette store. I wanted the spaces for the picture to be a little wider, so I used the cut tool and took out one of the dividers on each line.
I then searched for shapes to match the chores and found these sets from the Silhouette store. Of course, the chicken I already had, and for the dog bowl I found an image and traced it in the Silhouette studio. I intended to make my own shapes by tracing images, but I had a hard time finding ones that I liked. So, paying $.99 for something I liked and that was less hassle, was okay with me.
The hardest part of the whole project was cutting out the “times”. Those tiny numbers just didn’t want to come out, but they finally cooperated long enough for me to get them on the board.
So, I think the easy part of our Preschool at home is done. Now, I have to get my 3- year old to sit still long enough to teach him numbers, colors and ABC’s. My silhouette might not be able to help with that, but I am sure I will be using it a lot through out this school year.
Be sure to check out the other Silhouette Challenge projects from these lovely ladies.
- Strawberry Shortcake Party Favors with Silhouette Seed Packets by It Happens in a Blink
- Look At Me! Vinyl Decal with Free File by Get Silvered Craft
- Stamped Wrapping Paper Tutorial by The Thinking Closet
- Titi’s Freezer Paper Stenciled Butterflies Onesie! by TitiCrafty
- Gender Reveal Fabric Banner by Create & Babble
- Monster Crossing Test Tube Holder by My Happy Place
- Preschool Lovey Book by A Tossed Salad Life
- Front Door Sign by Cutesy Crafts
- Paper Pumpkin Banner by Chicken Scratch NY
- A Stache Bash Shower by Home At Eight
- Fall Decor with the Silhouette by Coley’s Corner
- Happy Fall Y’all by Tanya’s Creative Space
- Crafting for Disney: Stroller Signs & Kid Shirts by From Wine to Whine
- Halloween Lights by Lil’ Mrs. Tori
- Customized Disney T-Shirts by DailyDwelling
- Craft Room Labels by Super Sweet Life
- Tried & True Coloring Print In 3D! by Tried & True
- Clean Eating Menu Planning and Magnet Board by The House on Hillbrook
- Toddler Growth Chart by Joy and Gladness of Heart
- DIY Anthropologie Inspired Chalk Board Storage Jars by 4 You With Love
- “Let’s Hear it For the Boys!” by An Elegant Touch
Jeanie @ create&babble
Brenna, this is just so stinkin’ cute! It makes me smile looking at the little decals of the chickens and eggs. What a great idea for staying organized and how nice that your son can be involved by looking at the pictures.
brenna
Thank you so much, Jeanie!
Stephanie @ The House on Hillbrook
This is so clever and cute. I absolutely love the clipart and the idea to do this on a dry erase. Great job!
brenna
Thank you so much, Stephanie. Yea, we started by printing out chore charts, but I felt like it was a waste of paper.
Lauren @ The Thinking Closet
Brenna, your son is so blessed to have a Mama who cares so much about his education that she is keeping everything organized! It looks great! And yes, I can imagine that you’ll find plenty of opportunities to use your Silhouette during the school year. Yay!
brenna
Lauren, thank you so much for your sweet words. I struggle, but I’m always trying.
Camila
I loooove this idea… even for blogging it would be so useful! I’m pining it!!! Hope you have a great day
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brenna
You are very right, Camila. It would be great for blogging. I have an extra board, so I might start on another one for me.
Tori
What a great idea Brenna! I may have to try the chore chart out for my 4 year old. Have a great day!!
brenna
My son is 3 1/2 so I think this would work great for him.
Mariely
Lovely idea! I admire you, Brenna. You are such a wonderful mom! I’m sure your son will learn a lot 🙂 and he will be prepared for school.
Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet
Love to see all the things you create with your silhouette!
Ashley
I loved reading this today! In January I plan on starting home preschooling my 3 year old and I need to get organized in advanced so I dont get overwhelmed! This post was encouraging!
brenna
Ashley, hope it helps and good luck!
Pam
This is a wonderful way to organise your schedule. I love how you have matched a picture to the chores too – It’ll make them fun to tick off on your awesome chart!
Rose
oh my this is too fun!!! love the chicken with the eggs chore box 🙂 still have not tried vinyl but want to soon 🙂
Emily
I see what the bed was for?! 🙂 Love the project though. I’m always so impressed with the creativity of people homeschooling. This could be awesome for lots of other forms of organizing though, even if you aren’t homeschooling.
brenna
Yea, I’m just doing it for preschool, I don’t think I will homeschool after that. You are right it could be used for all kinds of organizational things.
Lynden Blossom
Ahhhhh, yes… Preschool at home…in days-gone-by… I did it with My Two waaaaay back before computers and Silhouettes!! How did I do it???!!?? 8-/ I have Two Wonderful Adult Children, Two Terrific Grandchildren and I cherish each minute I had with them – So, I advise You to do the same!! I’m sure your Silhouette will prove handy – ;-] Great project this time!
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Vanessa
I totally need to do something like this for our morning schedule!
Christy Garrett @ Uplifting Families
This is similar to the same schedule that I have planned for my son. I am trying to get down my own blogging routine as well. It’s a challenge but totally doable. 😉
Tracey @ The Kitchen is My Playground
So sweet, Brenna! Love that you’re doing preschool at home!! 🙂
Marilyn
Brenna, what a great way to keep organized! I love your project!
Hezzi-D
Great idea! Anything to keep organized I absolutely love!
Heidi
Love this idea, Brenna, and the chart turned out so cute! Maybe if I had written the schedule where my kids could see it, I would have had more success with my summer schedule! Thanks for sharing.
Alisha Landreth
What a great idea! I would love to give home schooling a shot one day. I am sure this makes it much easier!
brenna
Thank you. I’m going to try with preschool. We will see how it goes.