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Crayon Monogram Teacher Gift

A crayon monogram is an easy way to make a unique, meaningful gift for someone special or an adorable wall hanging for a child’s bedroom or playroom.  With just a few supplies, this project comes together quickly.  

I had some crazy idea to make a Christmas gift for my daughter’s preschool teacher. I’ve never made anything like this before so I wasn’t sure if it would even turn out nicely. Well, it did! And, it was super easy – much easier than it looks.

Crayon Monogram Supply List:


Shadowbox frame
Exacto blade
Box of 24 crayons (I bought one of the huge box of about a zillion crayons thinking I’d need them all.  Nope, 24 would have been plenty.)
Glue
Scrapbook paper

I finished it in about two hours – I thought it would take a lot longer.  The majority of my time was spent trying to print the perfect letter “E”.  If I were making a few of these at a time, I could get them done much faster.  Once you get to the crayon cutting and gluing stage, it assembles very quickly.  

After attempting to print an outline of a large letter “E”, I gave up and decided to draw it freehand.  It was a lot easier that way…especially since the scrapbook paper I chose is basically a grid with straight lines to follow. 

I lightly outlined an “E” with pencil and then arranged several crayons horizontally to make sure the height of letter was about right.

Then, I started cutting and gluing each crayon to the paper.

Once finished, I gathered up the colorful shavings left over and glued them to the border of the name plate at the bottom.

I was very happy with how this turned out – It was inexpensive and actually fun to make.  Don’t be scared of the exact knife.  Once you cut a few crayons, it’s easy to get the hang of it.  There’s a very small learning curve.

But, best of all… Ms. “E” was surprised and very happy with her special Christmas gift! 

I’m thinking this would be cute in a kid’s room or playroom too. 

 
 

 


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  1. Brooke Anna says

    January 11, 2011 at 2:16 am

    Love it!

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  2. The Cannary's, est. 1984 says

    January 11, 2011 at 1:52 pm

    This would even be cute in a kid's room!

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  3. April@gingerbreadgirl says

    January 11, 2011 at 4:19 pm

    wow i do love this….

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  4. Kristin says

    January 14, 2011 at 8:53 pm

    This is one of the cutest and most creative ideas I've seen in a long time. We're getting ready to remodel our playroom, and these would be adorable hanging on the wall!!!

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  5. Stacey says

    January 15, 2011 at 6:13 pm

    So Cute!I'll have to make one for the teachers I know now!

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  6. Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking says

    January 16, 2011 at 1:57 pm

    This is such an adorable idea!What a cute gift for almost anyone. I really like your blog. Such great tips and finds.

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  7. Kristie says

    January 16, 2011 at 4:39 pm

    I love this, can't wait to make it for my sons teachers

    Kristie your newest follower from http://simplycraftyblog.blogspot.com/

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  8. Scrappy Gifts says

    January 21, 2011 at 7:33 am

    What a great gift for a teacher. Love when ideas in our head work out! Thanks for linking this up to Scrappy Saturdays. Featuring this today!

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  9. Kristen @ ladybug-blessings.com says

    February 7, 2011 at 10:39 pm

    this is such an adorable idea!! If you have a chance would love for you to come link up to Handmade Tuesdays @ Ladybug Blessings. http://www.ladybug-blessings.com

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  10. kpmattingly says

    February 7, 2011 at 10:48 pm

    I have a similar one bookmarked and haven't made them yet. Thanks for the reminder! Maybe we'll do these for Valentine's Day gifts.

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  11. Madigan at madiganmade says

    February 7, 2011 at 11:34 pm

    Very clever! What a cute idea for a gift (teacher, child, artist…).

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  12. Lee says

    February 7, 2011 at 11:34 pm

    I never would have thought of this for a teacher. very nice. I have a Monday link up over at http://www.creative2xmom.blogspot.com. You should stop by.

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  13. thecraftyscientist.com says

    February 8, 2011 at 2:13 am

    This is so cute! Saw this on one of the link parties and loved it!

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  14. Polly says

    February 8, 2011 at 4:55 am

    What a great idea! I love it.

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  15. Mama Crafts says

    February 8, 2011 at 5:36 am

    Great idea! Such a bright, fun decor item.

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  16. Lindley says

    February 8, 2011 at 9:00 am

    so cute! I want to to do this for my kids' rooms.

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  17. the momma (aka Shannon) says

    February 8, 2011 at 5:59 pm

    so cute! just when you think you've seen everything there is to see in blogland…:)
    along comes an awesome new idea!

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  18. Eva Marie Harp says

    February 8, 2011 at 7:59 pm

    Pretty cool idea!!!

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  19. Angie says

    February 8, 2011 at 10:42 pm

    How awesome is that?!

    I will have to remember for next year! Or maybe end of year gift!

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  20. Erica says

    February 9, 2011 at 2:45 am

    what a cute idea!
    I love it.

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  21. PartyMom says

    February 9, 2011 at 1:45 pm

    So adorable! My first thought was that it would be fun for a kids room, but I didn't think about the playroom too. It could also be cute for a craft room! Thanks for sharing!

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  22. Leasa says

    February 9, 2011 at 3:18 pm

    Very cute.What a great idea. Visiting from the link party at Someday Crafts

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  23. Stephanie Smith says

    February 9, 2011 at 4:43 pm

    This is cute, and I have a lot of old crayons. Saw you over at Blue Cricket Design.

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  24. Mandy @ Sugar Bee Craft Edition says

    February 9, 2011 at 7:25 pm

    Thanks for linking to Take-A-Look Tuesday over at Sugar Bee Craft Edition – I featured (TWICE) you today! – Mandy, http://www.craftedition.blogspot.com

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  25. The Loops says

    February 9, 2011 at 9:35 pm

    I'm your newest follower! This is a really oirgianl idea. Haven't seen anything like this yet in blogland! I'd love for you to visit back!

    http://theloops13.blogspot.com/

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  26. Tammy @ she wears flowers says

    February 10, 2011 at 3:26 am

    I love this idea!! WOW!

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  27. LP aka A Crafty Southern Chick says

    February 10, 2011 at 4:33 am

    That's so adorable and colorful! I would've loved to have received that when I was teaching 🙂 Great job!

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  28. Amanda says

    February 10, 2011 at 10:47 am

    This is lovely, such a great idea and would be perfect for the kids play room, thanks for sharing

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  29. Kammy says

    February 10, 2011 at 11:54 am

    I bet that teacher will cherish that forever !
    Kammy

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  30. Lisa says

    February 10, 2011 at 2:03 pm

    What a cute idea! I also love this for a child's room!

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  31. Jen says

    February 10, 2011 at 3:20 pm

    This is such an awesome idea, I would love to have you come and share at Fantastic Friday at http://ironvioletdesigns.blogspot.com

    Thanks

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  32. Brooke Douglass says

    February 10, 2011 at 5:55 pm

    This was a great post!!! I am your newest follower and hope that you will come be a follower at my blog!!! brooke
    brookedouglass@yahoo.com
    Girl Boy Girl Inspired

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  33. Michelle @ Sweet Something Design says

    February 10, 2011 at 6:21 pm

    Great gift! Great idea.

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  34. House Queen says

    February 10, 2011 at 10:06 pm

    Love it! I am a teacher and I would LOVE to get one of these!!!! I may get some shadow boxes to make these for my sons' teachers this weekend! Oh…I am your newest follower! Would love for you to visit me and follow back!!!!

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  35. Jessica @ My World - Made By Hand says

    February 10, 2011 at 10:38 pm

    This is SO cute. I have three Aunts…all teachers…I think I just found their next gift.

    Your newest follower, Jessica @ myworldmadebyhand.blogspot.com

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  36. Real Crafty Mama says

    February 11, 2011 at 4:19 am

    Too cute!

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  37. Robyn says

    February 11, 2011 at 4:57 am

    This is just DARLING! The teacher would love it! I'm so glad you shared this on Cindy's Show and Tell!

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  38. Stacey@A Sort Of Fairytale says

    February 11, 2011 at 5:09 pm

    wow, this is incredible! who would have thought?!
    love it!!!

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  39. Stefanie says

    February 11, 2011 at 5:29 pm

    What a great idea! I turned out beautiful!

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  40. Becca says

    February 11, 2011 at 5:29 pm

    That is the cutest thing ever! Thanks for linking to Home and Family Friday.

    Becca

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  41. jenn says

    February 11, 2011 at 6:32 pm

    Great idea, really adorable. I would love this hanging in my kids rooms!

    https://jennoreilly.wordpress.com/

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  42. Amy Dow says

    February 11, 2011 at 8:44 pm

    WHat a GREAT idea! I think I may have to "borrow" that! 🙂 Thanks for sharing!

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  43. Sue says

    February 12, 2011 at 1:41 am

    LOVE the look! So cute, and unique too!

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  44. abeachcottage says

    February 12, 2011 at 2:41 am

    This is such a very cute project! Adorable…

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  45. Jennifer says

    February 12, 2011 at 4:38 am

    What a great idea! I featured you today on my favorite things 🙂

    http://sunshineandchaucer.blogspot.com/2011/02/my-favorite-things.html

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  46. Kim @ It's a Crafty Life says

    February 13, 2011 at 1:38 am

    It might be the teacher in me :-), but I love this craft! So very cute.

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  47. Kimberly says

    February 13, 2011 at 7:15 pm

    This is brilliant!

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  48. By the Bluegrass says

    February 14, 2011 at 3:36 am

    This is one of the cutest things that I have seen in a long time.
    xo,
    Sena

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  49. Mom Starting From Scratch says

    February 16, 2011 at 5:51 pm

    So cute, creative, & cheap! Three words I love! Thanks for sharing…definitely book-marking this one!

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  50. Tammy @ she wears flowers says

    February 17, 2011 at 2:12 pm

    I featured this on my blog, too! Please stop by to check it out and grab a featured button!

    http://she-wears-flowers.com

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  51. EmilyM says

    February 17, 2011 at 3:06 pm

    I love this! So creative. I found you through She Wears Flowers. Thanks for sharing!

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  52. Jen says

    February 18, 2011 at 12:06 am

    Thanks for sharing this, I loved it so much I am featuring you this week!

    Be sure to stop by and grab a 'featured' button and link up more creations!

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  53. Jenn Erickson says

    March 7, 2011 at 11:58 pm

    Hi Sarah, I saw this post on your sidebar yesterday and was so smitten with it that I "pinned" it on Pinterest. It's been getting massive repins. Just wanted to let you know how head-over-heels people were falling for your project over on the Pinterest boards. Jenn

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  54. Tracey @ The Kitchen is My Playground says

    August 13, 2011 at 4:31 pm

    Love, love, love, love, love this, Sarah!!! Just pinned it … gotta remember this one.

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  55. Abdul Latif says

    August 11, 2012 at 9:01 am

    That's a very great Crayon Monogrammed Teacher Gift ,thanks for shearing this.

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  56. Brit Spangler says

    April 10, 2013 at 3:50 am

    Very cute! You inspired me to make one for my daughter, and I featured it on my blog today, http://vetschoolwidow.blogspot.com/2013/04/monogrammed-picture-frame-for-nursery.html. Thanks!

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