no tricks all treats
Monday, October 10, 2016
So, I hit Target up last week for Halloween treats. I wanted some "stuff" for care packages for my college kids.
Back in August I made a few Halloween pillowcases. 1 yard of fabric is all that is needed. One for Libby and one for her roomie. Did I tell you her name is Libby, too?!
Another batch of our new favorite cookie. (Which packs extremely well.) I like to place the cookies in a zip lock and then into a box that will go in the bigger box. The kids said they arrive completely intact! I think it's because I bake for only 9 minutes which makes them super soft.
This is my boy version. The spider garland will be a nice addition to their in room bar. (What?!)
I would love to know if you have any other fun ideas for college care packages. I saw this great list and I am looking forward to making and sending this, but would love to know if you have any other ideas!
17 comments
aw, so thoughtful!! those package look amazing, and those cookies!! Yum.
ReplyDeletethanks julie! hold on tight to your little one. xx
DeleteI don't think you need any help - these are amazing!
ReplyDeletethanks erin! you're gonna be sending care packages in no time! (insert emoji with startled eyes) xx
DeleteNow you need to have a stamp made that says, "Good Mail Inside." I would be tickled pink to receive those packages and equally as chuffed about sending them. Xo
ReplyDeleteoh ya! i need to make one for the next care package! :) xx
DeleteHow do I get on your care package list?
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DeleteI do have a care package graduation gift idea you can use for your youngest child! When my son graduated from high school, I printed out about 50 postcards, stamped, and with my name and address on it. On the greeting side, I put a simple message, I don't remember exactly, but something like: "Hi Mrs. Rettig. I'm doing ______ at school but miss your homemade cookies. Would you please send me two dozen (and I put in 3 different choices with a box next to each so they could check their favorite.) Here's my address:_____________________. Say hi to everyone back home. Love, _______. I handed them around to all the kids I'd known forever and they all got a kick out of them. About 10 were mailed back to me, but I wish they ALL had come back! I think some were shy. That was almost 15 years ago, and now when I see these kids at weddings and showers, etc., at least someone will bring that up. I was known as the cookie mom, and I suspect you are too!
ReplyDeleteOMG! that is the CUTEST idea Kristen!!! LOVE IT! i can't wait to try it! i might even give my older kids friends some for Christmas! THANK YOU!
DeleteYour packages are so adorable. I love your style.
ReplyDeletethank you! xx
Deletethes are awesome !! taking notes from you for someday in the future ! ❤️️
ReplyDeleteAwww...how sweet. I love it. Do you let the Ziploc bag poof up with air or is it nestled in something in the box?
ReplyDeletehi stefanie! i try to take most of the air out.... but the boxes i use to put those into fit pretty snuggly. and then that box goes into the bigger box. hope that helps! xx
DeleteI so enjoy your blog and was so thrilled to get a surprise package of stitch markers today. Love them. Thanks - Cheryl
ReplyDeleteHalloween is about all treats, and care packages for college kids can be so much fun! From cute pumpkin paper tape gift tags to homemade cookies, every detail counts. Don't forget to throw in a fun game like Snow rider to keep them entertained during study breaks! I'd love to hear your ideas for care packages, too!
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