Valentine’s Day is just a week away and I thought it would be fun to take a look at some simple crafts you can do with the kids. These crafts are perfect for school parties, play dates, snow days, or just some fun crafting time. Many require supplies you might have at home. These easy to do crafts are a great way to have some fun and make some Valentine memories with those little ones you love.
Cotton Ball Heart Painting
This one is a super easy Valentine’s Day Craft for kids of all ages. It takes only a few supplies such as cotton balls and clothespins. The entire process takes less and 30 minutes and the results are precious! The instructions show making this on a canvas but it would also work great on construction paper.
Paper Plate Heart Sewing Craft
This sewing craft makes a perfect Valentine Crafts for Preschoolers – not only does it look pretty, is EASY, but also is great for fine motor skills development. You can’t really “go wrong – the kids can work on this sewing craft whichever way they want. And it is a great introduction to sewing skills for young kids. Yarn needles, paper plates, and yarn will get you started.
Heart Penguin Craft for Kids
Winter is all about snowflakes, frosty windows, polar bears, and – of course – cute, cuddly penguins! Could these little chilly friends be any cuter? This easy cutting and pasting project is great for younger kids. Construction paper, scissors, and glue will get you started.
Valentine Popsicle Stick Craft
This Valentine Popsicle Stick Craft is such a cute and simple frame for the kids to make and give as a Valentine’s Day gift. You will need craft sticks and buttons for this craft. There’s nothing better than a handmade gift, especially when it comes from your kids.
Tissue Paper Heart Suncatcher
After the holidays, you always have gift boxes and tissue paper left over. Plan ahead and save as much as possible to make this super fun craft. Of course, if you didn’t plan ahead tissue paper, poster board, contact paper, and ribbon are easily found.
Love Bug Craft
Love is in the air, love bugs that is! These cute little love bugs are super simple. Made from pompoms, pipe cleaners, felt hearts, and googly eyes, these cute little bugs make up quick.
Valentine Friendship Necklace
With only a few supplies, you can easily make these last minute for a non-candy Valentine gift! You will need to have on hand; Craft Foam, Yarn, Pony Beads, Scissors, and a Hole Punch. Let your kids design their own for each classmate.
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Hope you enjoyed these fun Valentine crafts and have a chance to make some with your favorite kids. Post some pictures in comments with your creations.