My A Lovely Year of Finishes June goal was to make and finish the Hungry Caterpillar quilt for Capri’s teacher, Mrs. Ellingson. I actually accomplished this goal a few weeks ago and I shared the rest of the process pictures with you HERE. I was waiting for this post though to show you the pictures I took when the kids gave the quilt to her! 
My initial plan was to bring it to school for Capri to give the teacher…but instead, she took the bag on the bus! I hadn’t realized she had done that and there were a few moments of panic as I remembered that she has to transfer buses too! I called the school though and they made sure she got off the bus with the bag! *whew!* 
Here’s Capri’s class with Mrs. Ellingson and the quilt! 
Of course – they all had to find there hand make sure EVERYONE knew it was theirs!
It was really neat to watch the excitement and pride in the children when they inspected the final product. I know for a fact Mrs. Ellingson loves it!
KimLapacek.com | Home of Persimon Dreams and Project QUILTING
Quilt designer, teacher, artist, dreamer
What an amazing idea and gift. Something that she will definitely treasure for a long time – long after those handprint leavers are a lot bigger!!
Such a beautiful and memorable gift you have given this young teacher. I'm sure this quilt will hold a special place in her heart and in her home forever. Now I can't wait to see what you do for her 1st. grade teacher!!
Can't say enough how much I love the quilt…all those little hand prints preserved for all time! Lucky Teacher!
It's people like you showing your appreciation for teachers that makes a teacher's heart glow. Lovely, thoughtful gift. You are truly a special person for making this memory for that young teacher.
What a wonderful gift! I bet it was fun to see the excitement with all the children there. Congrats!
Its very meaningful, love it and the amazing enthusiasm of the childrens faces.
What a perfect gift to make for the teacher. The handprints are an inspired touch !~!
Fantastic idea!! I love it…and the memories it must hold for all involved!
I absolutely LOVE this idea for a teacher gift! How fun! Great job!