tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post1431877624397605932..comments2024-03-19T07:41:28.329-07:00Comments on Literacy Loves Company: Classroom DIY: Crate SeatsTammy Danleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07139358029585547254noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-4092405092036753502017-07-30T17:44:54.574-07:002017-07-30T17:44:54.574-07:00They are adorable!! I will start this project tomo...They are adorable!! I will start this project tomorrow :) Thank you for sharing Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-62611867659565189992017-07-29T23:15:08.968-07:002017-07-29T23:15:08.968-07:00Hi Katrina. Of all the seating options, these wer...Hi Katrina. Of all the seating options, these were the favorite of my students (and myself). They are low enough to the ground that if a students don't sit on them properly and fall over, they don't get hurt. This only happened a couple of times last year, but it was because the students' weren't making good choices on how they were sitting. They are very sturdy and have held up really well. I am going to replace the fabric this year since it has become a bit dingy and I am going with a new color theme. I didn't store anything in them, but the kids put their backpacks inside. At the end of the day, they stacked the crates and lids on the table without a problem. I teach 4th grade, so it may different for primary students. I hope these answers help you with your decision. I would recommend, if you do decide to build them, to make sure and buy good quality crates. I've seen really sturdy ones at Home Depot and I got mine from The Container Store. They cost a bit more, but they don't break and will last a very long time. I bought white, which now I am glad of because I can change up the seat covers and just about anything will match. Anyway, best of luck to you! TammyTammy Danleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07139358029585547254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-16595243903929911262017-07-29T12:35:46.762-07:002017-07-29T12:35:46.762-07:00Hi! I'm looking at making these for one flexi...Hi! I'm looking at making these for one flexible seating option in my classroom this year. Before I commit to this, though, I am curious what you think the benefits are. Do you use them for storage during the year, and if so, what do you store? Are they easy and safe for kids to move on top of tables at the end of the day?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12464906263324303420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-9173424867730887272017-06-17T15:37:31.781-07:002017-06-17T15:37:31.781-07:00Hi Amie,
The stools have held up wonderfully! The...Hi Amie,<br />The stools have held up wonderfully! The crates are still in one piece and the cushions haven't worn down from use. Sadly, the fabric has gotten dirty and is much less vibrant. :) But that is to be expected after a year and a half. The great thing is that I can take it off and either try to wash it or replace it. I'm thinking of replacing it since I'll be moving to a new classroom and grade level next year. <br />Best,<br />TammyTammy Danleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07139358029585547254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-83826495031474185432017-06-16T21:00:50.476-07:002017-06-16T21:00:50.476-07:00Tammy,
How have these held up? I was wondering if...Tammy,<br /><br />How have these held up? I was wondering if your fabric has gotten dirty? <br /><br />Thanks!- Super cute!<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01405639936709806318noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-50207737388547852062016-11-28T19:41:49.700-08:002016-11-28T19:41:49.700-08:00Hi Aimee. I sit on mine all the time and I've...Hi Aimee. I sit on mine all the time and I've had staff members come in my room and sit on them. I don't think you will have a problem as long as you purchase the more durable crates. I got mine from The Container Store. They are a tad more expensive than the more flimsy ones you will find at Target or Walmart, but they are very strong. Mine still look good and are in perfect condition. Best of luck to you!Tammy Danleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07139358029585547254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-15569032325798246822016-11-28T19:20:35.380-08:002016-11-28T19:20:35.380-08:00how much weight do you suppose they hold? I have ...how much weight do you suppose they hold? I have high school students and would love to make something like this for my classroom, do you think it will hold students of that size?<br />Aimee Weselyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09527026615043055888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-83904833463938965172016-07-31T16:36:49.321-07:002016-07-31T16:36:49.321-07:00I will be teaching 6th grade self-contained. We h...I will be teaching 6th grade self-contained. We have high school/college type chairs. I also have a large library. I have 4 hokki stools and a standing desk. I am trying to figure out how and if I can do flexible seating. Suggestions?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-57277043472690163902016-07-31T16:36:31.080-07:002016-07-31T16:36:31.080-07:00I will be teaching 6th grade self-contained. We h...I will be teaching 6th grade self-contained. We have high school/college type chairs. I also have a large library. I have 4 hokki stools and a standing desk. I am trying to figure out how and if I can do flexible seating. Suggestions?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-36383783885880513342016-07-25T23:17:10.128-07:002016-07-25T23:17:10.128-07:00Hi! I think it was 1/2 inch. What I know for sur...Hi! I think it was 1/2 inch. What I know for sure is that it was very sturdy and didn't bend at all. The wood for the inside/smaller piece was a 1x12 cut into 12 x 12 squares. You could probably use the plywood, but we had the 1 x 12 already so that made it easy. Best of luck to you! I'd love to see pics of the crate seats when you are all done with them. <br />TammyTammy Danleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07139358029585547254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-80154775120078788672016-07-25T23:14:13.509-07:002016-07-25T23:14:13.509-07:00Hi Jenny,
Sorry I didn't get back to you soone...Hi Jenny,<br />Sorry I didn't get back to you sooner. Yes, one was enough for me also. I still have quite a bit left over. Thanks for visiting and I hope you have a great back to school!<br />TammyTammy Danleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07139358029585547254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-22921607153603704682016-07-25T18:28:32.575-07:002016-07-25T18:28:32.575-07:00Hi, my husband just cut the pieces for me today. O...Hi, my husband just cut the pieces for me today. One sheet of plywood was plenty :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-14069175539323424102016-07-24T06:24:31.467-07:002016-07-24T06:24:31.467-07:00I found precut slices at Walmart in a 4 pack that ...I found precut slices at Walmart in a 4 pack that are 1 inch thick. You could buy a couple packs and double up the cushions for comfort.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-23341417237268440462016-07-21T17:47:17.706-07:002016-07-21T17:47:17.706-07:00Hi Tammy!
I am in the process of making these and ...Hi Tammy!<br />I am in the process of making these and I'm so excited! I have these in my classroom now, but my originals aren't as sturdy as these will be so I'm super pumped! Question about the plywood, do you remember how thick it was? 1/2"? and did you use the same type of plywood for the 12x12 smaller piece? Just want to make sure I get the right stuff. Thanks! :) HeatherAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-70112995197332519072016-07-06T16:06:49.672-07:002016-07-06T16:06:49.672-07:00I have been wanting to make these but I didn't...I have been wanting to make these but I didn't want to have to buy crates. I have some of the milk crates that were left at our lunchroom at school. I couldn't figure how to keep the seat from sliding off but this is the solution!!! Thanks for sharing! How much plywood did you have to purchase?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08780881155124984509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-37458666853166146012016-07-03T20:07:23.444-07:002016-07-03T20:07:23.444-07:00Hi Bethany,
Putting them together for a bench is a...Hi Bethany,<br />Putting them together for a bench is a great idea! I've been wanting a couple of benches in my library area, so that might just be the solution. Thanks for sharing the idea. :)<br />TammyTammy Danleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07139358029585547254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-6362466516844291132016-07-03T20:06:22.897-07:002016-07-03T20:06:22.897-07:00Hi Melissa,
Thank you! I fell in love with the fa...Hi Melissa,<br />Thank you! I fell in love with the fabric. After about 3 months it isn't as vibrant as it was when I took the pictures, but they are still a great pop of color in the classroom. I hope your students enjoy their new seats! <br />TammyTammy Danleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07139358029585547254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-65818584862010468772016-06-30T18:23:53.500-07:002016-06-30T18:23:53.500-07:00I like that you could potentially join some of the...I like that you could potentially join some of the crates together to make a little bench. Also, you could possibly work something with a piano hinge so the tops are attached. So much to experiment with... Maybe not for the classroom (I work with 1 year olds, and they climb EVERYTHING), but for my house it would be cute on my porch haha.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15717232197912392085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-39594099891973974832016-06-29T18:38:55.217-07:002016-06-29T18:38:55.217-07:00Those are so adorable!!! I love the fabric and th...Those are so adorable!!! I love the fabric and the way you put them together...they are perfect. I'm inspired...think I'll make some...my kids only have hard plastic chairs to sit on...I know they would love the cushion tops!!! Thank you so much for sharing!!! :-)<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12256777600845572277noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-71709680207525818262016-06-21T20:34:11.999-07:002016-06-21T20:34:11.999-07:00Hi! I don't remember exactly, but the fabric ...Hi! I don't remember exactly, but the fabric overlapped the backing board by about 3 inches on all sides. The backing boards are 14 inches + about 2 inches for the cushion width + 3 inches overlap. That would be about 19-20 inches squared. I hope that helps a bit. Thanks for visiting!<br />TammyTammy Danleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07139358029585547254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-7276266862079793302016-06-21T20:30:12.737-07:002016-06-21T20:30:12.737-07:00Hi! I've only had them since the end of March...Hi! I've only had them since the end of March, but the crates are like new. I'm glad I chose to buy the heavy duty ones at The Container store. I actually used them to pack up some of my materials as I was leaving for the summer. The cushions are also holding up really well. The fabric isn't quite as vibrant as it was when I bought it, but I expected that. The great things is that I can eventually replace the fabric if I want to. Thanks for visiting! <br />TammyTammy Danleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07139358029585547254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-45459254106698233252016-06-20T21:26:06.863-07:002016-06-20T21:26:06.863-07:00Your crate seats are wonderful! I am wondering how...Your crate seats are wonderful! I am wondering how they are holding up after use.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06296140743367847061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-72094700379436322732016-06-16T15:48:36.250-07:002016-06-16T15:48:36.250-07:00Do you remember the dimensions on the fabric to co...Do you remember the dimensions on the fabric to cover just one? I have visions of my wrappung presents and not cutting enough paper. I don't want to do the same thing on my gorgeous, but expensive fabric. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-22012765793028942172016-06-16T02:31:15.153-07:002016-06-16T02:31:15.153-07:00In kneeling chairs you can sit bent your knees ver...In kneeling chairs you can sit bent your knees very comfortable without any pain or arthritis.It seems to me a kind of exercise sitting on somewhere with a bit bent knees. Your knees muscle can be flexible and will get more blood circulation with this. <a href="http://www.9to5ergonomics.com/" rel="nofollow">comfortable ergonomic kneeling chairs</a><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03387545136291531139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4033665645556697038.post-53382903704332283052016-06-12T21:31:14.923-07:002016-06-12T21:31:14.923-07:00I got the foam from a craft store called JoAnn'...I got the foam from a craft store called JoAnn's. You should be able to find it just about anywhere you find fabric. I think it is called "density" foam or cushion foam. In the store I went to there is a huge section of batting for quilts, foam of all sizes, and stuffing for pillows. I found it in that area. Tammy Danleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07139358029585547254noreply@blogger.com