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Thank You Herb Gift Tags with Puns for Teachers & Volunteers
Printable thank you herb gift tags for teachers & volunteers are the perfect way to say “you’re sup-HERB!” without breaking the bank or baking a thing.
Whether it’s Teacher Appreciation Week, Volunteer Day, or a last-minute “oops-I-almost-forgot” Mother’s Day moment, these adorable printable tags turn a simple potted herb into a heartfelt, pun-packed gift.
Each herb tag is loaded with cute kawaii-style illustrations and editable phrases that let you customize your message (because sometimes your kid’s teacher really is a big DILL).
Just print, cut, stick it in a pot, and boom—instant appreciation with a side of basil.
Or mint.
Or sage.
You get the idea.
Keep reading for ideas for who to give them to, when to gift them, and all the punny goodness that comes in the set!
Why Potted Herb Gifts Make the Cutest Thank Yous
If you’re looking for a gift that feels personal, thoughtful, and won’t end up in the “junk drawer of forgotten appreciation”—a potted herb is your new best friend.
Not only do herbs smell amazing and look cute on a windowsill, they’re also useful.
That basil? It’ll be on spaghetti by Wednesday.
That mint? Mojito magic.
And when you add one of these kawaii-style thank you herb gift tags? It instantly becomes a gift that says “I appreciate you” in the most charming way possible.
They’re:
- Budget-friendly (especially if you’re gifting in bulk to staff or a whole classroom)
- Easy to assemble (herb, pot, tag, done!)
- Genuinely appreciated (because who doesn’t love a plant that earns its keep?)
It’s the kind of gift that makes you look like the mom who has it all together—even if you printed the tags five minutes before carpool.
Who and When to Give Herb Gifts
These thank you herb gift tags are made for all the heroes in your life. The ones who show up, help out, wrangle kids, and do it all with a smile.
Whether you’re thanking a teacher for a great year or a volunteer who saved the day (again), a cute potted herb with a punny tag is a simple way to show big appreciation.
Here’s who will love them:
- Teachers (homeroom, specials, or that saint of a tutor)
- Girl Scout leaders and troop moms
- Volunteers at school, church, or community events
- Nurses (especially during appreciation week!)
- Office staff and admin pros
- Moms, grandmas, aunts—hello, Mother’s Day!
- Coaches, Sunday school teachers, babysitters—you name it
And here’s when to give them:
- Teacher Appreciation Week – First full week of May
- Employee Appreciation Day – First Friday in March
- National Nurses Week – May 6–12
- Volunteer Appreciation Week – Third week of April
- Administrative Professionals Day – Last Wednesday of April
- Mother’s Day – Second Sunday in May
- National Girl Scout Leader Day – April 22
- End-of-School-Year Gifts – Any time in May or June depending on your school calendar
- Or… just because someone deserves a little thyme and love
You don’t have to wait for a national holiday to let someone know they’re a big dill.
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What’s Included in the Herb Tag Set (and the Puns You’ll Love)
This printable herb tag set packs a punch—of flavor and fun.
You’ll get six kawaii-style herb illustrations, each with perfectly punny thank you messages.
The best part? The text is fully editable in Canva, so you can personalize your message or even create your own clever, herb-tastic phrase.
Here’s what’s in the set:
- 6 adorable herb illustrations (mint, basil, thyme, oregano, sage, and dill) all with sweet little faces
- Matching punny thank-you phrases
- Editable “from and to” fields so you can sign your name or your kiddo’s
- Canva template link for easy customization—no fancy software needed
And here are the pun-filled phrases already included:
- You’re a big DILL
- You’re a DILL-light to work with!
- Thanks for your commit-MINT
- Thanks for you encourage-MINT
- You’re OREGA-NO ordinary person!
- You made a SAGE-nificant contribution
- Thanks for your SAGE advice
- You’re BASIL-ly the best
- You’re BASIL-ly a rockstar!
- Thanks for your dedication and THYME
- You’re sup-HERB
- Thanks a BUNCH
- I can’t be-LEAF you’re my teacher!
- Thanks for helping me GROW
How to Assemble a Cute Herb Gift
Putting these thank you herb gift tags together is ridiculously easy, because we’re not about to make you break out the glue gun at midnight.
Here’s how to do it:
- Choose your container – A small terra cotta pot works great, but a cute mug is an even better double-duty gift. (Plant + coffee = teacher gold.)
- Pick your herb – Basil, mint, thyme, sage—anything fragrant and happy-looking will do the trick. You could also gift seeds and a pot.
- Print your tags – Edit the text in Canva to personalize your message, then print on white cardstock for best results.
- Cut them out – Scissors work fine, but a paper trimmer makes it extra speedy if you’re doing a bunch.
- Attach to a stick – Tape or glue your tag to a craft stick, wooden skewer, or even a straw.
- Pop it in the pot – Stick the tag into the soil like a little garden sign, and you’re done!
Optional: Wrap the pot in tissue paper or tie it with twine for a little extra flair—but even bare-bones, it’s adorable.
More Fun Ways to Say Thanks!
Need more clever ways to show your teachers just how amazing they are? Whether you’re throwing a party or handing out heartfelt notes, these ideas are packed with appreciation and a whole lotta heart.
💌 Printable Cards & Tags for Teacher Appreciation Week – A whole week’s worth of themed tags and cards to keep the appreciation going strong
🌮 Fiesta Teacher Appreciation Week – Spice things up with a taco-themed celebration your teachers will never forget
✏️ Free Teacher Appreciation Printables – Quick, easy, and totally adorable printables to make your gratitude shine
🎨 Thank You Coloring Page for Teacher – Let the kids color their thanks with this sweet and simple printable page
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