Happy May Day!

For the past two years the kids and I have delivered May baskets early in the morning on May 1st to our friends and neighbors. Of course we had to continue with the tradition this year. Inspired by the flower arrangements I saw at Keukenhof, we used teacups and saucers as our flower planters. I let the kids pick out the flowers they wanted to use and then let them do the planting. They fit perfectly into the teacups, so it was very easy for them to plant. They turned out really cute! We also made little paper baskets filled with candy to go with the flowers. We woke up early and delivered them this morning. The kids had so much fun ringing the doorbell and then running. There is just something about trying not to get caught!

Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week, so we are going to use this same idea to make gifts for the special teachers in our lives. The teacups are such a simple and thoughtful gift to make and very fun for kids to do. The baskets are super easy to make as well. All you need is a sealed envelope (any type will work). Cut the envelope as shown in the pic below. Use markers or crayons to decorate your basket.

I hope you enjoy your May Day!