New Writing Center

My writing center was... lacking.  I knew it, and obviously the kids knew it.  I didn't really know how to fix it.  I went to several different stores and could find anything that I wanted and/or fit my budget.  I needed something on the wall that could hold all the tools and craft supplies I wanted - but also be versatile and changing because I often like to mix things up with new tools, materials, and mediums.  I found this at the Container store - it is fully customizable and SO easy to install.  I am so so sad I never had this for my own kids - I always knew I wanted something like this, I just didn't know it existed.  I may just get carried away and get several more for all areas of my preschool and home.  At first I was sad about the "industrial" look and the stainless steal.  When I left the store I had concluded that I was going to spray paint it.  But that night I was too eager to set it up and once I did I realized that if it was spray painted the craft supplies would not stand out and be so inviting.

My own kids were so excited to see it and are often downstairs creating things - and my preschoolers.... well it has changed our whole day.  These writing and craft tools are now incorporated into every part of their play - it is so wonderful.  I am far from being done (I am currently trying to find a way to organize different papers that are easily seen and accessible. 

I also hung this little "mail" slot for letters and creations.  They love it.