Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity for kids to dive into creativity. Crafting not only adds a touch of handmade charm to the holiday but also provides a chance for families to bond. Kids can make decorations, gifts, or keepsakes that spread joy and express their love.
In this post, we’ll explore 21 Valentine’s Day crafts that are fun, simple, and budget-friendly. These projects will keep little hands busy while filling your home with love and warmth. Let’s get started!
1. Paper Heart Garland
A paper heart garland is a festive way to decorate your home for Valentine’s Day. It’s simple to create and instantly brightens any space.
To make this garland, cut out hearts of various sizes from colorful construction paper. String them together with ribbon or yarn, creating a cheerful line of hearts to hang across windows or walls.
Kids will enjoy adding their personal touch with glitter or stickers. You can even turn it into a learning activity by having them write sweet messages on each heart.
2. Thumbprint Heart Cards
Thumbprint heart cards are a classic and adorable Valentine’s Day craft. These small cards carry a big message of love and are perfect for sharing.
Start by folding card stock into small cards. Have your kids dip their thumbs in washable paint and press two prints together to form a heart. Once the paint dries, add a fun message like, “Thumb-body loves you!”
These cards make great gifts for friends, teachers, or family. They’re easy to make and a keepsake that loved ones will treasure.
3. Toilet Paper Roll Heart Stamps
Turn an ordinary toilet paper roll into a fun Valentine’s Day crafting tool. This eco-friendly project is great for younger kids.
Bend the roll into a heart shape and secure it with tape. Dip it into paint and let kids stamp their hearts onto paper, creating unique patterns and designs.
This craft is perfect for making custom cards or artwork. It’s a wonderful way for kids to explore shapes and colors while having fun.
4. Popsicle Stick Valentine Frames
Popsicle stick frames are a creative way to make Valentine’s gifts that last. They’re simple to create and make adorable keepsakes.
Arrange popsicle sticks into a square or rectangle and glue them together. Once dry, kids can paint and decorate the frames with pom-poms, stickers, or sequins.
Add a favorite photo or drawing to complete the frame. These thoughtful gifts are sure to bring smiles to family and friends.
5. Heart-Shaped Suncatchers
Heart-shaped suncatchers add a touch of sparkle to your windows. They’re colorful, creative, and easy to make with just a few materials.
Start by cutting heart shapes from wax paper. Kids can layer tissue paper or sprinkle crayon shavings between two sheets of wax paper. Once ironed, these suncatchers become vibrant decorations.
Hang them where the sunlight streams in for a beautiful effect. This craft is a fun way to bring Valentine’s cheer into your home.
6. Valentine’s Day Slime
Kids love slime, and adding a Valentine’s twist makes it even more fun. This craft is easy to make and provides hours of sensory play.
Mix glue, liquid starch, and red or pink food coloring to create the slime. Add glitter or heart-shaped confetti to give it a festive flair. Let kids knead the mixture until it reaches the perfect consistency.
Store the slime in jars with cute labels like “You Make My Heart Squishy!” These make great non-candy gifts for classmates or friends.
7. Heart-Shaped Bird Feeders
Heart-shaped bird feeders are a thoughtful way to share love with nature. They’re simple to make and provide a fun, hands-on activity for kids.
Combine birdseed with unflavored gelatin and press the mixture into heart-shaped cookie cutters. Let it set, then poke a hole at the top for hanging.
These feeders are great for decorating outdoor spaces while helping feathered friends. They also make thoughtful gifts for neighbors or teachers.
8. DIY Valentine’s Day Crowns
Kids will love making and wearing their very own Valentine’s Day crowns. This craft is simple, creative, and perfect for dress-up fun.
Cut a strip of paper long enough to fit around your child’s head. Decorate it with heart-shaped cutouts, glitter, and stickers. Tape or staple it together to complete the crown.
These crowns are perfect for Valentine’s Day parties or photo sessions. Your little ones will feel like royalty wearing their handmade creations.
9. Handprint Heart Keepsake
Capture your child’s handprints in a heartfelt keepsake that’s perfect for gifting. This timeless craft is both meaningful and fun to make.
Trace your child’s hands onto red or pink paper and cut them out. Arrange the hands so the thumbs and index fingers form a heart shape, then glue them onto card stock.
Add a message like, “You hold my heart!” and frame the keepsake for a special gift. It’s sure to melt the hearts of grandparents or family members.
10. Tissue Paper Heart Collage
A tissue paper heart collage is a vibrant and tactile craft that’s easy for kids of all ages. This project adds a burst of color to Valentine’s Day.
Cut out a large heart shape from sturdy paper or cardboard. Provide kids with tissue paper squares to scrunch up and glue onto the heart, creating a textured effect.
The finished artwork can be displayed as a decoration or used as a personalized Valentine’s card. It’s a fun way for kids to express their creativity.
11. Felt Heart Pins
Felt heart pins are a wearable way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. They’re simple to make and perfect for sharing with friends.
Cut out heart shapes from colorful felt. Decorate them with sequins, fabric paint, or embroidery. Attach a small safety pin to the back of each heart.
These pins are a great accessory for kids to wear or gift. They add a touch of Valentine’s spirit to any outfit.
12. Cupid’s Arrow Pencils
Turn regular pencils into Cupid’s arrows with this creative craft. They’re practical, fun, and a great candy-free Valentine’s gift.
Attach a heart-shaped eraser to the top of the pencil. Add feathers or cut-out shapes to the bottom to mimic arrow fletching.
These pencils are perfect for classroom Valentine’s exchanges. They’re unique, useful, and sure to stand out.
13. Button Heart Artwork
Button heart artwork is a simple yet beautiful project that kids will love creating. It’s a great way to upcycle spare buttons.
Draw a heart shape on a canvas or heavy paper. Let kids glue buttons inside the heart, mixing sizes and colors for a textured look.
Frame the finished piece for a heartfelt decoration or gift. It’s a craft that combines creativity with sentimentality.
14. Yarn-Wrapped Hearts
Yarn-wrapped hearts are soft, cozy decorations that kids will enjoy making. This craft is great for building fine motor skills.
Cut out heart shapes from cardboard. Let kids wrap the shapes with yarn in red, pink, or white, overlapping to create a textured effect.
The finished hearts can be hung as ornaments or strung together as a garland. They’re simple, stylish, and fun to make.
15. Love Bug Magnets
Love bug magnets are an adorable way to spread Valentine’s cheer. These tiny creatures are easy to make and fun to share.
Start with bottle caps or pom-poms as the base for your bug. Add googly eyes, pipe cleaner antennae, and heart-shaped wings. Attach a small magnet to the back.
These magnets are perfect for decorating the fridge or gifting to friends. They’re cute, quirky, and full of personality.
16. DIY Valentine’s Day Bookmarks
Valentine’s Day bookmarks are a thoughtful and practical craft for kids who love to read. They’re easy to make and customize.
Cut rectangular strips from card stock and let kids decorate them with hearts, stickers, and drawings. Laminate the bookmarks for durability and punch a hole at the top for a ribbon tassel.
Add a handwritten message like, “You’re the story to my heart!” These bookmarks make wonderful gifts for classmates or teachers.
17. Paper Plate Heart Wreath
Paper plate heart wreaths are a festive decoration that’s fun to create. They’re colorful, simple, and perfect for Valentine’s Day.
Cut out the center of a paper plate, leaving just the rim. Let kids glue on heart cutouts, pom-poms, and glitter to decorate.
Hang the wreath on a door or wall to add a touch of Valentine’s spirit to your home. It’s a craft that’s easy enough for even the youngest crafters.
18. Valentine’s Day Friendship Bracelets
Friendship bracelets are a meaningful way for kids to celebrate their friends. These simple accessories are easy to make and personalize.
Use colorful embroidery floss or beads to create the bracelets. Add heart-shaped beads or charms to give them a Valentine’s twist.
Kids can make these for their best friends or exchange them during Valentine’s parties. It’s a craft that’s all about spreading love and appreciation.
19. Heart-Shaped Crayons
Heart-shaped crayons are a creative way to reuse broken crayons. They’re colorful, practical, and perfect for gifting.
Peel the wrappers off old crayons and place the pieces into heart-shaped silicone molds. Melt them in the oven, then let them cool completely.
The finished crayons are great for Valentine’s goodie bags or as a fun activity for kids. They’re easy to make and bring new life to old supplies.
20. Candy-Free Valentine’s Day Treat Bags
Candy-free treat bags are a thoughtful alternative for Valentine’s Day. They’re filled with small, fun surprises that kids will love.
Fill small bags with stickers, mini erasers, temporary tattoos, or tiny toys. Decorate the bags with heart-shaped labels and a sweet message like, “You’re a treat!”
These bags are perfect for classroom exchanges or party favors. They’re a creative way to celebrate without the sugar overload.
21. Heart-Shaped Playdough
Homemade playdough is a favorite among kids, and heart-shaped designs make it even more special. It’s fun, tactile, and easy to create.
Mix flour, salt, water, cream of tartar, and vegetable oil to make the playdough. Add red or pink food coloring and a touch of vanilla or lavender extract for extra sensory appeal.
Let kids use heart-shaped cookie cutters to create their designs. Store the playdough in jars with cute labels for a gift that’s reusable and fun.
Conclusion
Valentine’s Day crafts are a wonderful way to bond with your kids and celebrate love. Whether you’re making decorations, gifts, or keepsakes, each project is an opportunity to create something meaningful together.
Which craft will you try first? From button hearts to suncatchers, there’s a project here for every age and skill level. Happy crafting, and enjoy spreading love this Valentine’s Day!