Valentines. It’s right around the corner. And if you’re anything like us, then you’re rejoicing when you head into the big Tarjay and find just what you need on an aisle and call it a day. Woot Woot! Chest bumps all around.
Seriously. My kids are to that age where they think I’m a loser if they don’t get their character of choice. Giant eye rolls with the handmade stuff already. First world probs all around. But if you’re feeling a little crafty this year, craving a little hands on with your kiddos… some of these are pretty perfect for the snow days at hand. And if your kiddos like the handmade option {because though ours hate to admit it, sometimes they really do} we thought we’d include an old post where we rounded up 14 of our favorite handmade valentines and freebie ideas.
Because you’re definitely winning when they’re free. These are a few we’ve cooked up in the past, and sometimes things get buried. So we thought we’d share them again here! 14th of February + 14 fun printables = Tada! It’s Officially official. We’re super dorks.
We tried to keep it well-rounded with lots of fun puns for all… because if it’s not cheesy, you’re doing it wrong. But you can definitely put your own spin on them! So without further ado: 14 valentines printables!
The Write Stuff:
{A little NKOTB anyone? – ear worm.}
For this one, I busted out a few of our washi tape pencils. But it’s a simple little solution for any of you looking for something beyond the candy boundary this year… {write stuff printable, here.}
Or you could pair them with our branch crayons and a journal for someone ya really love. {teacher’s gift from the teacher’s pet anyone?} Some fun little ideas if you’re feeling creative.
You totally rock:
For this one, we took a printable, folded it over, and thew in a little retro action when it comes to awesome candy. You could always just do pebbles from your yard, but we figured this option was a little more thoughtful.
Even if our kids had no idea what kind of candy this is. We found the little baggies at our local craft store, or you can get some here.
{You totally rock printable, here.} Fun for adults, too.
Color me Rad:
For this one, we decided we wanted to melt some crayons. We found this pan a few years ago at Ikea (but found a similar one for you guys, here if you don’t live near an Ikea.)
Broken crayons + oven at 250 for about ten to twenty minutes (depending on your oven)… You can do this with any shape! I found in this process, that I’m a total Crayola snob. The other crayons didn’t want to surrender their paper as easily, so just a head’s up if you plan on peeling that obnoxious paper… we’ll have crayons under our fingernails for a month.
I think I overcooked ours because I was busy hiding like a ninja when someone came to our door, but this is our new favorite hobby.
The crayons. Not hiding like a ninja.
But that, too.
Seriously the kids had a blast. Kids love melting things.
Swirls of colorful goodness.
You have My Heart:
For these… basically anything you have around you home to make some cute little arrows. It’s a great hands on project with the kids!
Almost anything from around your home will do. Straws, sticks, tape, glitter, felt, twine, feathers, construction paper… you name it. The world is your arrow oyster.
A cute little something to make with your kiddos. {You Have My Heart printable here}. Because nothing beats crafting in your pajamas with a little chocolate.
Banner Day:
And for a fun project for anyone, whether it’s a happy at their desk or something to adorn your children’s spaces: with a little printable to go with it, here. {Every day is a banner day with you.}
For the rest, just keeping it plain and simple: we revamped a few oldie-but-goodies. Attach them to anything of your choice, or simply hand them out. It’s up to you!
From left to right: big fan, little cupcake, you’re a star, hoot, happy valentines, make my heart race, to the moon, captured my heart, spin me right round
Pssst – You can still get the older versions, here. Mix and match them all!
We hope you enjoy + you can use these {somewhat cheesy but super fun} Valentine’s extravaganza cards. We say why not? You know… just in case you wanted to take a break from the Avengers, and/or lose your everlovingmind. It’s just a few fun projects to make with the kids. As always let us know if you use them! Have an inspired day!
Anna@BohaGlass says
What great ideas! Every year I am struggling with ideas for Valentine’s Day, and then here we are, my problems are solved. Thanks for that;-0