My organized lunch drawer

I am happy to report that the first day school was a success for my kids yesterday! Besides being a little tired they were ready to start day 2 today.

Today I am going to share some ways I stay organized for school.

Last year I knew I needed to do something different as far as packing lunches went.  I was scrambling every morning trying to throw lunches together for three kids. I decided to dedicate one drawer in our kitchen to school lunches. Having  everything {except refrigerated items} together in one place saves me so much time.

Here is what my lunch drawer looks like...

My youngest loves getting notes from mom in her lunch. I found these free printables here.

I also prepackage my fruit in small containers so I can just grab it out of the refrigerator in the morning.

To save money on packed lunches I always buy what is on sale that week.

For example this week Kroger had goldfish crackers on sale for $1.00 so I stocked up on them.

They also had Nature Valley protein bars on sale for $1.99. I used coupons and got mine for .99 a box.

I also buy my sandwich and snack baggies at the dollar store.

I would love hearing from you if you have tips on organizing or saving when it comes to packing those school lunches!

Have a good day!

                                                                                      Amy

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packing lunches

As the mommy of three I pack a lot of school lunches. Sometimes I just need some fresh ideas to inspire me. I thought it would be fun to find some new ideas for packing school lunches!

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Peanut butter and jelly sushi rolls. I actually made these this morning for my daughter. Super quick and easy!

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This would be a darling lunch to pack for Valentines day!

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Another idea for Valentines Day! You could easily change the heart to another shape!

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Strawberries dipped in yogart and then frozen. This looks so yummy and would be perfect for packing!

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This is adorable, I am definitely going to make these!

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This website has tons of ideas for packed lunches!

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Lunch prep already done for you! It would save so much time in the mornings if I had a lunch station with snacks and things all ready to go!

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What child doesn't like notes in their lunch or on their lunch?

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Lunch bags made from juice bags! I want one of these for myself!

 

 

Hope this inspires you to get a little creative with those packed lunches! I will be trying these ideas with my own little and not so little packers soon!

 

                                                                               Amy