Shark Week Pencil Case by minnebites on Etsy.com
In spirit of the back to school season, I was on the hunt for some cool, unique pieces for those who dare to be different! And since I’m a mom, I couldn’t help but add some fun, geeky things for the kiddies as well!
I grew up in the 90′s and what I remember about my back-to-school days were Lisa Frank stationery and Yikes brand pencils! If you haven’t heard of Yikes pencils, or can’t quite remember them, then sit back and enjoy this original 1993 commercial that I found on youtube. And let me take a moment to thank the Internet gurus who not only saved their VHS recordings of commercials and TV shows, but shared them with geeks like myself.
Sure, these fantastic items gave me an excellent pun for my treasury title, but I thought it would be a great way to lighten up what can be an anxious time of year for some. Whether you’re starting kindergarten or stepping foot into an empty dorm, the pressures and challenges of school can be intimidating, and as if that time of your life isn’t hard enough, there are critics at every turn. I will always be an advocate for fellow Geeks and those who embrace their true talents and personalities, so it saddens me to think that students of all ages are teased and ridiculed for simply being themselves.
Remember that there is never a wrong time for an act of kindness. Even if it’s a passing smile or a “Hey, nice shoes!” it can make all the difference, and turn someone’s entire day around–including your own! And if you’re not going back to school, please teach the children in your life that same kindness.
Take a look and show some love to the featured Etsy Sellers (it can make a difference in their day too!). And have a safe, happy school year!
 Apple Shoes – Happy… $24.00
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 Shark Week Shark Ba… $35.00
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 i heart nerds penci… $4.00
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 Outer Space Alien T… $20.00
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 Vintage Trapper Kee… $40.00
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 Vintage Lisa Frank … $4.29
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 my nerd posse is fe… $1.50
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 SESAME STREET (Very… $20.00
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 Neon Pencils Back T… $20.00
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 Metropolis robot Ma… $34.50
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 Lego Men & Brick Cr… $18.00
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 Dick Tracy Lunch Bo… $10.00
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 Journal Bandolier … $17.95
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 VINTAGE the Dark Cr… $20.99
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 Back pack furry mon… $59.90
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 vintage Ghostbuster… $14.50
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Love it! Thanks so much for including my recycled record album journal.
Awesome! Thanks so much for the feature!
Ooh! We love it. Go back to school!