Monday Made It & Bloggy Makeover!

Notice anything new? Yep, it's my super duper adorable blog design whipped up by the fabulous Kassie from TCBOTB! She was a pleasure to work with and knew exactly what I was envisioning for my blog. If you need a bloggy makeover or touch-up, don't hesitate to contact her! You'll be so pleased! 

Today I'm linking up with Tara from 4th Grade Frolics to share my little project! I know seat crates have been all the rage on Pinterest and blogs all over, and I'm so behind on having them in my classroom...but I FINALLY made some! Here are the pictures of my new little seat crates and the step by step directions on how to create your own! 

 You'll need a few items to start your DIY project:

• hanging file folder crates
• fabric cut to fit over the plywood pieces
• plywood pieces cut to fit the inner lip of your crate 
• mattress padding cut to fit over the plywood pieces
• staple gun
• ribbon

1) Once you have all those materials ready, you can start by laying the fabric, foam, and plywood piece like shown.

2) Start stapling the fabric to the board and tuck in the edges as if you were wrapping a present.

 

 

3) Once you've stapled all four sides, cut two pieces of ribbon to create your handles. Fold them in half and staple both strands to the sides of your board.

 

 

4) Insert the wood board into your crate (it'll be a snug fit) and you've just created your very own seat crate!

 

This project wasn't too difficult or time consuming once you've have all plywood pieces, fabric, and foam cut to the size of the board. Everything else is easy peasy, I promise!! What did you make this week? Link up with Tara!