Made It One: I think we've all seen those amazing reading benches on Pinterest by now. These have been on my mind for years but I didn't think I had room for one. After seeing Teeny Tiny Teacher's reading bench on Instagram, I just knew I had to find room somewhere for a bench. I realized one could be squeezed right between my desk and my library. Perfect! So my husband and I ran to Ikea and picked these up:
Now my original configuration was suppose to look like a corner bench, but the two little cubes didn't work that way, so I stacked them up instead. I can't wait to see my kids reading on this bench! Now to figure out what to put inside the cubes. I'm thinking book bins, manipulatives, or baskets for extra general storage.
Made It 2:
I updated my word wall to fit my theme better. I'm excited to put it up today. Whenever I create I always try out several versions of something. The first set had a brights background, I then wanted to see what they would look like with a black background. I liked them both! I then made a white background version to complete the set. I'm having a hard time deciding which one to use...
Love the colors of the word wall headers! Bright and fun
ReplyDeleteThe bench is a great idea! I am jealous that you have an Ikea so close. Maybe it's a blessing in disguise for me though not to have one near by or I'd probably spend way too much money there.
ReplyDeleteAlison
Rockin' and Lovin' Learnin'
I love the bench! The pillows look great. Your word wall headers are adorable.
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Julie
I love the bench. I would love to have that in my room, but I feel like I have no room. I'd love to see a picture of your room when you've finished decorating for the year. The closest IKEA is about 2 hours from me in Atlanta. I keep thinking I'll go, but I haven't yet. I might just make it for that cute bench and I need bookshelves!
ReplyDeleteJanie
Are We There Yet?
I love that bench!! So cute!
ReplyDeleteJen
So love that bench!!! I think this week's Monday Made It has a little husband helper theme;) Thanks for linking up all your wonderfulness! Have a wonderful start back to school!!
ReplyDelete4th Grade Frolics
I love that bench! I think I already have too much furniture in my classroom, or I would definitely want to make one for myself!
ReplyDeleteVictoria
Enchanted in Elementary
The reading bench is adorable! Your students will LOVE that cozy space for reading!
ReplyDeleteJill :)
ABCs and Polkadots
I will we had an IKEA out here in Syracuse, NY. I love how you used the shelves as a reading nook. What a fabulous idea!
ReplyDeleteJennifer
Elementary School Garden
That bench is beyond adorable! And I'm all about extra storage :) Thanks for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteEmily
http://www.comfortablyclassic.blogspot.com
Great minds think alike because I did this same bench made it, but for my daughter after emptying her book shelf.
ReplyDeleteKovescence of the Mind
Love the bench! I'll be running to IKEA next week for some furniture for my classroom too... but I need to SEE my new classroom first so I know what I need!
ReplyDeleteI love your new bench! I'm sure you'll figure out what to store in the open sections sooner than you think. You know how it goes! Your word wall headers are adorable. I love everything you make!
ReplyDeleteAimee
Primarily Speaking
Love the storage! I too was looking to buy the same but to fit my neon book bins from Really Good Stuff. Do you think I could fit 3 inside each???
ReplyDeleteLove your reading bench! What a great idea!
ReplyDeleteJordan
Team J's Second Grade Fun
Love your bench. That was so creative to have it go vertically. I bet it will provide lots of storage and a comfy reading spot!
ReplyDeleteMy Bright Blue House
I love the bench! I wish I had room for something like that in my classroom!
ReplyDeleteI love the bench! I've always wanted to make one. I really want to make the bench with two bookshelves on either side to make a little reading nook area. That would be so cute!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the bench!!!! I am going to ikea this week and will have to see how much it is! Adorable as always!!
ReplyDelete-Ashley
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