As summer winds down, teachers everywhere are already dreaming up ways to make their classrooms warm, welcoming, and wonderfully organized for the new school year. One secret weapon for classroom prep? Head back to school with Oly-Fun fabric!
This versatile, budget-friendly material is a teacher’s dream come true. It’s easy to cut (no fraying!), doesn’t require hemming, and works beautifully with all kinds of tools and techniques. Whether you’re crafting by hand, using a die-cutting machine, or even a Cricut or Silhouette, Oly-Fun® makes it simple to create custom classroom décor that pops.
Why Teachers Love Oly-Fun® Fabric:
- No fraying edges – no need to sew hems!
- Cuts easily with scissors, rotary cutters, or cutting machines.
- Accepts paint, markers, and Mod Podge – great for student projects or themed decorations.
- Can be sewn, glued, stapled, or die cut – perfect for flexible crafting.
- Comes in bright, bold colors that are ideal for cheerful classroom settings.
6 Ways to Use Oly-Fun® in the Classroom
This short video tutorial shows several ways that you can use Oly-Fun® to get ready for back to school!
1. Eye-Catching Bulletin Boards
Say goodbye to wrinkly butcher paper. Oly-Fun® makes a smooth, durable backdrop for bulletin boards that holds up all year long. Staple it up, then decorate with paper cutouts, student work, or letters made from Oly-Fun® scraps!
2. Bold Banners for Classroom Themes
Create large welcome signs, motivational quotes, or birthday banners using Oly-Fun®. You can use stencils and markers or paint to personalize it with your classroom theme. It’s lightweight enough to hang easily and durable enough to reuse year after year.
3. Decorate Classroom Doors
Turn your door into an invitation to learn! Cover it in Oly-Fun® for a quick makeover and add fun shapes or cutouts to reflect your grade level or subject area. Want a jungle theme? Add vines and animals. Teaching space science? Create a galaxy with stars and planets!
4. Organizational Helpers
Sew or glue Oly-Fun® into pocket charts, supply holders, or folder organizers. It’s sturdy yet flexible—perfect for DIY classroom storage solutions.
5. Learning Center Mats and Game Boards
Make reusable mats or game boards with Oly-Fun® that kids can write on using dry-erase markers. Just wipe them clean and reuse! Great for small group stations, alphabet games, or math activities.
6. Costumes and Props for Classroom Plays
Oly-Fun® is fantastic for quick costumes, classroom skits, or themed days like book character dress-up. It’s soft, colorful, and easy to cut into crowns, capes, or masks—no sewing required.
Final Tip: Get the Kids Involved!
Oly-Fun® is safe and easy to work with, making it a great material for student projects. Let them help create bulletin board borders, make name banners, or even contribute to a collaborative wall mural. So as you start prepping for back to school, give Oly-Fun® a try—it’s fun, functional, and full of creative possibilities for your classroom!