I am ever-grateful for your friendship, your kind comments, your support, and your wisdom. I realize I've become a sort of weekend blogger this school year and that was never my intent...it's just been beyond busy (as I know you all understand and experience!). Despite my infrequent posting, you always find time to stop by to read and share...and it means so much to me!
So, as a small way of saying thank you for so many things, I'm going to have a series of little giveaways over the next few weeks.
The first giveaway is one I am really excited about...because it is from one of my ABSOLUTE favorite designers out there (in case you haven't guessed this already!)...Miss Tiina! Tina has graciously donated a $20.00 giftcard to her incredible shop (thank you Tina)!!

There are so many goodies in this shop, it's amazing! Fonts, clipart, papers...I can't get enough of her cute and innovative work!! I must have it all!!!
Sorry, lost a bit of my composure there.
Sorry, lost a bit of my composure there.
Anyhow, if you would like to enter this giveaway (hurry, it's going to be a quick one, I'm announcing the winner tomorrow evening) please see the Rafflecopter below:
























I have been a follower for a long time, but I didn't know about Haute Off the Printer!! However, the link did not work. I had to copy and paste to get to that blog!
ReplyDeleteJulie
My Journey to 5th Grade
oh sorry Julie, will try to fix it now! Thanks very much!! :)
Delete5,000 followers!? That's amazing!! Thanks for a great giveaway:)
ReplyDeleteAloha,
Corinna
Thanks Corinna!! Almost there, I'm excited!
Deleteoh how exciting! I just had my blog updated using all MT. I'm obsessed!!
ReplyDeleteThanks!
Rachel
http://mrslambsclass.blogspot.com/
Congrats on 5000 Kristen!
ReplyDeleteSara :)
Smiling In Second Grade
I have been following both blogs :) Love them both!! Thanks for making my classroom look great :)
ReplyDeleteAmy
The Resource(ful) Room
Fun! Thanks for the opportunity!
ReplyDeleteJessica
Second Grade Nest
5000????!!!! Oh my gosh! That is amazing Kristen! You are a rockstar who is touching so many classrooms. Fabulous, and congratulations!
ReplyDeleteStephanie
Teaching in Room 6
I'm a follower of both! Congrats! dbednarsk@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteYou're so close! Congrats :)
ReplyDeleteJourney of a Substitute Teacher
I've been a follower of both blogs for a while. LOVE them!
ReplyDeleteRae
Mindful Rambles
Wow Congratulations!!
ReplyDeleteOf course I follow both!! Congrats on 5000! That's awesome sweet friend!
ReplyDeleteJamie
I am following both blogs. Amazing 5000!
ReplyDeleteMaria
First Grade Carousel
Almost 5,000!! That's amazing Kristen! So glad I am one of them:) Your blogging has helped and blessed me beyond belief! Thanks for all you do for the bloggy world:)
ReplyDelete4th Grade Frolics
Congrats on having so many followers!! It's because your blogs are simply amazing!! I'm always checking in to see what you're creating or what new tip you're sharing. Thanks for all you do.
ReplyDeleteLaurie
First Grade Lyons' Den
You are so awesome!! Of course I follow BOTH of your blogs!!!
ReplyDeleteKelly
Beg, Borrow, Steal
I've been a follower! :) Hope I win!
ReplyDelete~Jessica
Fun in PreK-1
Congratulations on 5000 followers Kristen! Wow! Well you know I love your blog and I'm a follower already! Thanks for the great giveaway! I love Misstina! She is soooo talented!
ReplyDeleteKaryn
A is for Apple B is for Blog
Kideducator@comcast.net
5,000 holy cow... way to go!!!
ReplyDeleteYou are so amazing! I have followed you for a long time! So excited about your other blog, too!
ReplyDelete5,000. I'm not the least bit surprised. You have helped so many teachers. I'm so glad I can call you my friend. Congrats!!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! :) I LOVE following both of your blogs. You are one of the few rare upper grade blogs that manages to keep it cute, but in a sophisticated way that still addresses the real rigor of the upper elementary grades. My classroom is slowly gaining more and more of your products, too, because I love your style. Thanks so much for blogging- you're one of those teacher bloggers who really inspires me, in part because you are so nice to boot. Congrats!
ReplyDeleteJenny
Luckeyfrog's Lilypad
I am NOT surprised that you are at 5,000 followers, because your blog and YOU are AMAZING and WONDERFUL and all types of fabulous! You blog was THE first blog I read and was inspired by! You continue to inspire me with every one of your blog posts!!! THANK YOU!
ReplyDeleteYoungTeacherLove 5th Grade Blog
I'm not surprised you've reach so many followers...you're very creative and an inspirational person. :) Love your ideas!
ReplyDeleteSarah
teachingiscolorful.blogspot.com
I am following both! You are so talented!
ReplyDeleteKim
kindergarten365.blogspot.com
You are so close... I know this giveaway will push you over to 5000! :o) I follow both your blogs (plus I have you to thank for my adorable blog design!)
ReplyDeleteKaren :o)
Mrs. Stamp's Kindergarten
Of course, I follow you, and I'm constantly inspired by you! If I ever have a question about something, I search your blog and I usually find the answer, since you are so wonderful about sharing EVERYTHING!
ReplyDeleteIt's no surprise you are almost to 5000!!!
Amanda
Collaboration Cuties
You are AMAZING! You're a wealth of knowledge for all of us and we appreciate you! Congratulations! (I'll be happy when I hit 100 followers! hehe)
ReplyDeleteJoanne
Head Over Heels For Teaching
You were one of the first blogs I ever discovered and I've been a follower ever since! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!
ReplyDeleteLindsey - lmburto@gmail.com
I am a follower and so enjoy your blog! Congratulation!
ReplyDeleteI've been following for about a year now, and just love everything you make and share! Your tutorials have been so helpful and I truly appreciate all you do for so many! Thank you, Kristin!
ReplyDeleteFollowing Haute Off the Press now and LOVE the grey and yellow set!
Linda
AroundtheKampfire
I'm already a follower! I have been for a long time. Love your stuff!
ReplyDeleteShanyn
Coffee, Kids and Compulsive Lists
5000? amazing, but not a surprise-great blogs!
ReplyDeleteNice to see you again! =)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on reaching 5000! I can only wish to be that good!
Samantha
Ms.Smarty Pants
I have been a follower for quite some time. You were one of my first blogs I ever followed. Your work is great :)
ReplyDeleteHeidi
My (Not So) Elementary Life
mynotsoelementarylife@yahoo.com
I follow both of your blogs! Would love to have that gift certificate!
ReplyDeleteKaren
anappleadayinfirstgrade.blogspot.com
I follow both. Congratulations on the impending milestone!
ReplyDeleteYayyyy!!! You are absolutely amazing, Kristen!! Love both of your wonderful blogs and reading about all the fabulous things you do in your classroom!!!
ReplyDeleteMolly
Lessons with Laughter
Wow! 5,000 followers! You truly are my idol.
ReplyDeleteLindsay
My Life as a Third Grade Teacher
Congrats on 5000!
ReplyDeleteI already follow
Congrats!!!! I love your blog, so of course, I follow already. :)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on 5000! I have followed you for a while, but I am a new follower of your Haute off the Printer blog! :)
ReplyDeleteCheryl
Crayons and Curls
Congratulations!!!!!!! You have been really helpful, thanks a lot for your tutorials, they are pretty amazing :)
ReplyDeleteLili
Sweet Blessings & Learning Treats
I've been a follower of both your blogs! :)
ReplyDeleteI have been a follower of both blogs. BTW I love your new yellow and gray line. It doesn't fit my color scheme but a girl needs change!
ReplyDeleteLearning in Bliss
thank you for the great giveaway and congrats!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your accomplishment! I follow your blog
ReplyDeleteI love Miss Tina! Congrats girl!
ReplyDeleteJenn
Finally in First
Miss Tina is amazing! Gorgeous graphics, fonts, etc! Love your blog too. Has been a source of inspiration for me for a long time :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Thanks for the give away too! :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!
ReplyDeleteShelly
Smiling and Shining in Second Grade
5,000! Wow that's amazing! I'm glad to be one of them!
ReplyDeleteTeacher Gone Digital
Wow! 5,000! You deserve it! Congrats Kristen!
ReplyDeleteSwimming into Second
Congrats!!!
ReplyDeleteYvonnee
Your blog is always on my favorites list! I follow both!
ReplyDeleteWow! What an accomplishment :) I follow both of your blogs and am inspired by all your fabulous work! Congrats on the soon to be 5,00 followers!
ReplyDeleteJenna
frederickjennam@gmail.com
I love your blog!! Your blog was one of the first I started to follow. Congrats on your huge milestone!!!
ReplyDeleteHeather
The Busy Busy Hive
Almost 5000 Kristen-- so awesome... I can only dream.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great giveaway! I love miss Tiina!!
Michele
Coffee Cups and Lesson Plans
You are an inspiration!
ReplyDelete-Maria
Everyone deServes to Learn
I love and follow your blog!! :)
ReplyDeleteEmily
eah719@hotmail.com
That's a lot of followers! I love your blog!
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Stacy
Live Love Laugh and Teach!
You were one of the first bloggers I followed (although perhaps not officially since I didn't know how to follow anyone!) I was, and still am, amazed by your creativity and willingness to share.
ReplyDeleteHere's to the next 5000!
Congratulations!! I was already a follower of both your blogs.
ReplyDeleteI'm a new follower!!! :) CONGRATS on almost 5,000!!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats! I always look forward to my emails telling me you have a new blog post!
ReplyDeleteThanks for all you do!
Anne
ooh -oooh - pick me, pick me!! :)
ReplyDeleteJen
The Teacher’s Cauldron
Hey! I'm a follower! Congratulations on almost reaching 5,000!
ReplyDeleteCongrats! I have been a follower and tell all my colleagues about you!
ReplyDeleteI love your Ladybug blog, had no idea about the Haute one!! Both are fantastic!!!
ReplyDelete✿Sue
✿Science for Kids Blog✿
Congrats! Both your websites are great -- I follow on Google Reader.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to checking out Haute off the Printer! Thanks for the opportunity to win a gift card to a great shop!
ReplyDeleteI follow both blogs! Love your stuff!!
ReplyDeleteCourtney
courtni_con@hotmail.com
That is amazing! I have been a long time follower of this blog and am following Haute Off the Printer too! Thanks for the inspiration and great products!I have a classroom full of your genre sets and alphabets!I adore Miss Tiina's fonts and graphics and would love to win.
ReplyDeleteJeannine
Creative Lesson Cafe
Congratulations!!! I LOVE your creativity! I LOVE your talent! I LOVE your blog! Keep up the great work! Thank you for being there for me whenever I need an idea. You don't know this but....you're kinda' holding my hand in class. I know I can always rely on your ideas to engage my students. I would love to win ... so, I can continue bringing more ideas into my classroom.
ReplyDeleteI love your blog and your products!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to you on reaching such an amazing bloggy milestone! I follow both of your blogs!
ReplyDeleteѼ Lori
Teaching With Love and Laughter
luvyorkies@gmail.com
Congrats! I am an old follower!
ReplyDeleteCongrats! I love following both of your blogs! Thanks for sharing your great ideas!
ReplyDeleteCongrats! I have been following this site for a long time. Now I also follow your other one!
ReplyDeleteCarolyn
dopey0222@gmail.com
Exceptional Kinders
Love both blogs! I follow both!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Kristen! I am so impressed with you and your work! -pkdottie
ReplyDeleteI LOVE both your blogs and follow both! I think you're so creative! And you just seem like one of the nicest people! I wish I could meet my bloggy friends in person, and you are one of them! Although I rarely have time to blog (which I am going to work on getting better at), I got into this "world" because of you! Thanks for always being awesome, Kristen!
ReplyDeleteJamie
Thrills in Third Grade
So excited for you!!
ReplyDeleteI follow both of your blogs! :) Thanks for hosting a great giveaway!
ReplyDeletecathy@missversteeg.com
I have been a follower of your blog for a while - just love everything you do! Also a follower of your other blog - obsessed with the gray and yellow!!! :)
ReplyDeleteJulene Hoffman
jhoffman143@yahoo.com
I am already a follower!!
ReplyDeleteI just checked out her website and it looks like I could do some damage there. I have been a follower for awhile - thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteJane
Learning in the Little Apple
I'm already a follower! Thanks for this awesome giveaway!
ReplyDeleteNesli
http://secondgradewiththeteacherwearsprada.blogspot.com
I am a follower already and love the blog that you do. Hope to win. Debra
ReplyDeletehttp://http://theteachinggramma.blogspot.com/
I'm following both... thanks for new places to visit and learn!
ReplyDeleteI follow both of your blogs and love them! You are so amazing for giving away so much of your awesome work for free! Congrats on all the followers. :)
ReplyDeleteKatie
I Want to be a Super Teacher