I wanted to make first day of school gifts for the boys' teachers. Since I didn't know the teachers I opted not to give anything edible [didn't want to give chocolate to a non-chocolate loving teacher]. Instead I made them each a pencil cup [fabric covered paint can] with a set of fine tip sharpies [c'mon, who doesn't love sharpies?]. The little flag is made from a painted wood skewer, cardstock + hole punch. I love simple + practical gifts.