25 Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time for creative fun! If you’re looking for crafts to keep your kids busy and excited about the holiday, you’ve come to the right place.
Crafting not only helps kids express their creativity but also allows them to make personalized gifts for family, friends, or school projects. With easy-to-find materials and simple instructions, these crafts will keep your little ones engaged and inspired.
So grab your crafting supplies and get ready to create magical Valentine’s Day memories!
1. Paper Plate Love Bugs
Materials Needed:
Paper plates, googly eyes, pipe cleaners, pom-poms
Turn ordinary paper plates into adorable love bugs! Start by painting the plates in Valentine’s colors like red, pink, or purple. Attach googly eyes, pipe cleaner antennae, and pom-poms to create cute faces.
Add wings by cutting heart shapes from construction paper and gluing them to the back.
For extra sparkle, let kids decorate their love bugs with glitter or stickers.
2. Heart-Shaped Suncatchers
Materials Needed: Contact paper, tissue paper, scissors
Heart-shaped suncatchers are a beautiful way to bring color into your home. Cut out heart shapes from contact paper and let kids layer colorful tissue paper pieces onto the sticky side.
Once complete, seal the suncatcher with another layer of contact paper and trim any excess.
Hang them in windows to catch the light and create a festive Valentine’s glow.
3. Valentine’s Day Cards
Materials Needed: Construction paper, markers, stickers, glitter
Handmade Valentine’s cards are always a hit! Fold construction paper in half and let kids decorate with markers, stickers, and glitter.
Encourage them to write sweet messages inside for a personal touch.
Whether for family, friends, or classmates, these cards will warm hearts and spread love.
4. Paper Cup Cupid
Materials Needed: Paper cups, construction paper, pipe cleaners, markers
Create a charming 3D Cupid figure using paper cups. Draw a face on the cup, then craft wings, arms, and a bow-and-arrow from construction paper and pipe cleaners. These little Cupids make great decorations or playful toys.
5. Pom-Pom Heart Art
Materials Needed: Red, pink, and white pom-poms, glue, paper
Guide kids in creating heart shapes by gluing pom-poms onto paper. Once the heart is complete, decorate the surrounding area with glitter or stickers. Frame the artwork for a keepsake gift that can be displayed year-round.
6. Valentine’s Day Slime
Materials Needed: Glue, baking soda, contact lens solution, food coloring
Mix up some Valentine’s Day slime! Combine glue, baking soda, and contact lens solution, then add red or pink food coloring and a sprinkle of glitter. Kids will love stretching and molding the slime into heart shapes for endless sensory fun.
7. Stamped Heart Cards
Materials Needed: Sponges, paint, cardstock
Cut sponges into heart shapes and let kids dip them in paint to stamp colorful designs onto cardstock. Use various colors for a vibrant effect. These stamped cards are perfect for handmade Valentine’s greetings.
8. Lovebug Rock Painting
Materials Needed: Small rocks, paint, googly eyes
Transform rocks into lovebugs by painting them in bright colors and adding googly eyes. Let kids get creative with patterns and designs. These lovebug rocks can be used as decorations or small gifts.
9. Heart-Shaped Cupcake Liner Flowers
Materials Needed: Cupcake liners, buttons, glue
Flatten cupcake liners and fold them into heart shapes to create petals. Glue the petals together to form flowers, then add a button in the center. Arrange the flowers into a bouquet for a sweet Valentine’s Day gift.
10. Beaded Heart Keychains
Materials Needed: Pony beads, keychain rings, string
Teach kids how to make heart-shaped designs with beads and string. Attach the designs to keychain rings for a colorful and functional craft. These keychains make great gifts for friends or family.
11. Valentine’s Day Collage
Materials Needed: Construction paper, scissors, glue
Encourage kids to cut out heart shapes, stars, and other fun designs from construction paper and glue them onto a larger sheet to create a Valentine’s Day collage. Add depth by incorporating cutouts from old magazines for a unique mixed-media look.
12. Love Monster Puppets
Materials Needed: Paper bags, googly eyes, pipe cleaners, felt
Turn paper bags into playful love monster puppets. Decorate the bags with googly eyes, pipe cleaner antennae, and felt accents. Once complete, kids can use their puppets to act out fun Valentine’s Day stories.
13. Valentine Handprint Tree
Materials Needed: Paint, paper
Dip kids’ hands in paint to create tree branches on paper. Once the paint dries, add heart-shaped leaves in different colors. This handprint tree makes a lovely keepsake and is a fun way to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
14. Foam Heart Magnets
Materials Needed: Foam sheets, magnets, glue, stickers
Cut foam sheets into heart shapes, decorate them, and glue magnets to the back. Stick them on the fridge for a fun Valentine’s Day display.
15. Valentine’s Day Wreath
Materials Needed: Cardboard ring, construction paper hearts, glue
Cut a cardboard ring as the base and glue on construction paper hearts in overlapping layers. This wreath can be hung on the door or in the window for a festive touch.
16. Heart-Shaped Paper Chains
Materials Needed: Construction paper, scissors, glue
Cut strips of construction paper, fold them into heart shapes, and glue the ends together to form a chain. Drape the chain around the room for cheerful Valentine’s decor.
17. Lovebug Fingerprints
Materials Needed: Paint, paper
Let kids dip their fingers in paint and press them onto paper. Add tiny heart-shaped wings to turn the fingerprints into lovebugs. This is a simple yet adorable gift idea for parents or grandparents.
18. Bubble Wrap Heart Prints
Materials Needed: Bubble wrap, paint, paper
Paint bubble wrap and press it onto paper to create textured heart shapes. Experiment with different colors for unique and vibrant prints.
19. Toilet Paper Roll Love Birds
Materials Needed: Toilet paper rolls, paint, paper, glue
Paint toilet paper rolls in Valentine’s colors and attach heart-shaped wings to create love birds. Add a small note or card for a special Valentine’s gift.
20. Valentine’s Day Magic Sand
Materials Needed: Colored salt, cookie cutters, paper
Create “magic sand” by coloring salt with food coloring. Use cookie cutters to shape the sand into hearts or other Valentine’s-themed designs.
21. Love You to the Moon and Back Craft
Materials Needed: Paper, stickers, glitter, markers
Help kids create a moon-and-stars scene with the message “Love you to the moon and back.” Let them personalize the design with glitter and stickers.
22. Heart Paper Puppets
Materials Needed: Construction paper, scissors, sticks
Craft heart-shaped puppets by attaching sticks to decorated paper hearts. These puppets are great for putting on a Valentine’s Day puppet show.
23. Valentine’s Day Felt Memory Game
Materials Needed: Felt, scissors
Cut matching heart shapes from felt to create a Valentine’s memory game. Kids can challenge their friends to find the pairs.
24. Paper Plate Heart Masks
Materials Needed: Paper plates, scissors, elastic band, markers
Cut a heart shape in the middle of a paper plate to create a mask. Decorate with markers, glitter, or stickers for a fun Valentine’s accessory.
25. Additional Craft Ideas
For quick and easy projects, try these:
– Quick Heart Stickers: Create fun stickers with heart-shaped paper and adhesive.
– Valentine’s Crown Craft: Make paper crowns with heart designs for dress-up fun.
– DIY Heart Locket: Craft paper lockets with hidden messages.
– Valentine’s Day Heart Mosaics: Arrange tiny paper pieces into heart designs.
– Paper Roll Love Trees: Use toilet paper rolls to create tiny love-themed trees.
Crafting is a wonderful way to celebrate Valentine’s Day and create lasting memories with your kids. These fun and simple DIY ideas offer endless opportunities for creativity and personalization. Share your creations with family and friends, and let your kids take pride in their handmade gifts and decorations. Happy crafting!
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