How to make a simple Valentine gift?

Your take on homemade Valentine's gifts might mean an easy craft ( anything heart-shaped will do), a sweet treat (think chocolates, pink candies or homemade donuts) or a DIY Valentine's Day card . Whatever your style, this roundup proves it's easier than expected to make your own presents.

Can you celebrate Valentine's Day with your kids?

Valentine's Day is a great opportunity to teach children the value of expressing love and appreciation for others . Also, celebrating Valentine's Day with your children can create special memories and traditions that will last a lifetime, and these traditions can become an annual part of your family's celebrations.

What to make a girl for Valentine's Day?

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What should I make my crush for Valentine's Day?

Some beautiful ideas for making a Valentine's Day gift for your crush are giving a handwritten note with gifts for your crush such as flowers, gifting chocolates or cake, journals or mugs with romantic quotes on them, and taking out your crush for a date .

Does Dollar Tree have Valentine's?

Find the perfect Valentine's Day gifts from the heart for your sweetheart, coworkers, classmates, and others. With an array of affordable Valentine plush, chocolate heart candy, florals, and more, you can make the perfect Valentine gift baskets and heartfelt gifts.

Can a 13 year old celebrate Valentine's Day?

" It's a day that should be celebrated regardless of whether the individuals are seniors or teenagers ," Sehat tells Yahoo Life. "The holiday is perfectly OK as it's a celebration of love. Valentine's Day is an all-inclusive day that doesn't differentiate between the gender of partners."

Do kids still do valentines in school?

Most teachers and etiquette experts we spoke with indicated that it is usually recommended to give every student in the classroom a valentine , especially if your child is passing them out at school.

What is code Valentine at school?

The “Code Valentine” signal will be made anytime a person on campus is in need of emergency services such as cardiac arrest or symptoms where the Code Valentine/First Responder Team may be needed . Teachers serving on the Code Valentine Team should include members of the First Responder Team.

What to sell on Valentine's Day at school?

When planning a Valentine's Day fundraiser, you likely think of chocolates and roses . Flowers are a staple of this popular holiday. Roses are arguably the most popular flower you can start selling at your school. Nearly 28% of adults purchase flowers for a loved one or partner on Valentine's Day.

How to make Valentine's Day special on a budget?

What to make her for Valentine's Day?

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25 Cute Valentine's Day Crafts to Make With Your Kids (2024)

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Valentine's Day Crafts

Lily Kip

Lily Kip is a crafts expert, artist, and writer focusing on family and kids' craft ideas. She has written craft roundups for kids, from creations to make with seashells and beads to the best types of crafts kids can make to sell on their own.

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Updated on 01/27/20

25 Cute Valentine's Day Crafts to Make With Your Kids (2)

These Valentine's Day ideas for crafts are cute, easy, and totally giftable. Help your kids make cards for classroom exchanges, tasty treats, or just decorations for around the house!

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Conversation Hearts Candy Rings

Do you have candy lovers in your house? Turn conversation hearts and other small hard candies into adorable, wearable rings!
Conversation Hearts Candy Rings from The Idea Room
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Origami Heart

We love this project as a way to introduce origami to your kids. Younger kids might need a lot of guidance with these, but the best part about origamiis that you can unfold and refold over and over again until you've got it right!
Origami Heart fromThe Spruce Crafts
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"You Make My Heart Pop!" Valentine's Gift

This Valentine's idea is so simple and will surely be a hit with almost anyone (Who doesn't love popcorn?). Include a movie recommendation for a little personal touch.
"You Make My Heart Pop!" Valentine's Gift from Crazy Little Projects
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Footprint "Bee Mine" Valentine's Card

Isn't this the cutest card? These footprint "Bee Mine" cards make for an afternoon of fun, and your little ones will love the sensory aspect of this craft!
Footprint "Bee Mine" Valentine's Card from Make and Takes
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Love Bug Card

Create these adorable little love bugs using your thumbprint! Finger painting crafts are always a huge hit with kids because who doesn't love getting a little messy?
Love Bug Card from The Spruce Crafts
See Also
40+ Of The Best Valentine's Day Crafts For Kids - I Heart Crafty Things 36 Valentines Card Crafts for Kids - Little Learning Corner Valentine's Day Classroom Crafts 60 Fun and Easy Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids
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DIY Heart Handwarmers

These rice-filled hand warmers are totally adorable and perfect for an easy Valentine's gift. We love this for other times of year, too–keep little hands warm all winter with this easy craft.
DIY Heart Hand Warmers fromThe Spruce Crafts
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Pop-Out Valentine's Day Card

This pop-out cardis great for later elementary school and middle school kids who still love to make Valentine's cards but want a more mature take on the craft.
Pop-Out Valentine's Day Card from Make and Takes
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Valentine Tic-Tac-Toe Game

This is a sweet version of tic-tac-toe is a cute Valentine's Day take on a classic game that kids love.
Valentine Tic-Tac-Toe Game from Make It and Love It
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String Heart Yarn Cards

String heart yarn cards are totally fun to make, and an easy introduction to sewing for you kids.
String Heart Yarn Cards from Hello, Wonderful!
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Love Birds

These love birds are a sweet idea for a fresh Valentine's card, and super fun to decorate the house with!
Love Birds from Make and Takes
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Valentine Hearts Letter Match Game

Get interactive and educational with your Valentines this February with this letter matching game!
Valentine Hearts Letter Match Game from Make and Takes
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Easy Paper Heart Garland

This one will require some more help from a parent, but let your kids get involved and they'll love this pretty holiday decoration in their rooms or around the house!
Easy Paper Heart Garland from The Idea Room
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Easy Puzzle Valentine

This is another great interactive Valentine's card. Write a secret message and have your Valentine assemble the puzzle to figure it out!
Easy Puzzle Valentine from Make and Takes
See Also
15 Valentine's Day Crafts for Kids
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No Sew Heart Pillow

If your kids are too little for needles, try this unbelievably easy no-sew heart pillow for bundles of fun!
No Sew Heart Pillow from Sweet and Simple Living
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Candy Cane Heart Suckers

Leftover candy canes from Christmas (We aren't judging–we're in the same boat)? Turn them into a cute Valentine's treat your kids willlovewith this Candy Cane Heart Sucker tutorial!
Candy Cane Heart Suckers from The Idea Room
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Minecraft Valentines

For the Minecraft players in your house, this is a cute, less pink-heart heavy craft to make for the holiday.
Minecraft Valentines from Lolly Jane
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Easy Felt Flower

For something a little less overtly Valentine's related, try this cute and easy felt flower. Bring a little springtime into your February (we're counting on your Punxsutawney Phil!).
Easy Felt Flower from The Spruce Crafts
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Handprint Love Bug Valentine's Card

These love bugs involve a little more paint and a little more mess–what's not to love!
Handprint Love Bug Valentine's Card from Crafty Morning
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Pom Pom Valentine's Card Collecting Bag

This pom pom bag can be customized with any color of your choice, but we think it makes for a great Valentine's collecting bag with red, pink, and purple pom poms.
Pom Pom Valentine's Card Collecting Bag from Make and Takes
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EOS Monster Valentines

These EOS monster cards are irresistable, and will guard against chapped lips all winter.
EOS Monster Valentines from The Idea Room
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Bouquet of Hearts Valentine's Card

Here's a creative Valentine's card you can make with your kids for anybody in your life who deserves a bouquet of love!
Bouquet of Hearts Valentine's Card from Make and Takes
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Hair Heart Clips

For a sweet Valentine's day party accessory, make these easy heart hair clips with your kids!
Hair Heart Clips from The Idea Room
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Red Colored Rice for Valentine's Decoration

Rice is such a versatile baking and crafting tool. Learn how to dye it red for use in any Valentine's Day craft!
Red Colored Rice for Valentine's Decoration from Make and Takes
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Heart Fingerprint Tree

This is a perfect craft for especially young kids who will love seeing their little thumprints making up the leaves of this heart tree!
Heart Fingerprint Tree from Easy Peasy and Fun
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Flower or Pinwheel Heart Valentine

This 3-dimensional heart flower or pinwheel card is a cool and creative way to update a classic Valentine's Day card!
Flower or Pinwheel Heart Valentine from Momdot