Valentine cards made with love and tiny hands.....

Heart Buddy Cards

Valentine's day is approaching and who doesn't like to be thought of?! Here are some fun ideas to make your child's Valentine extra special. Instead of buying character cards this year, this is a fun and easy way to create your own. It's simple and takes about 10 minutes!

              

Supplies

• Colored paper
• Googly eyes
• Glue
• Scissors
• Popsicle stick
• Marker

Instructions

             1.  Trace or draw 2 large 
                  hearts (body) & 2 tiny hearts (nose)
             2.  Cut them out. (Supervised if needed)

             3.  Glue on eyes/nose and draw face on one heart

             4.  Write message on second heart

             5.  Place the message side of heart-face down

             6.  Spread glue, place popsicle stick near 

                  bottom and take second heart with face 

                  side up and put on top of it  
             7.  Press gently and let dry

front

back

                   

Keep in mind... some kids might need a little help. The written message or smile might not be perfection, but that's okay - let them have fun! You will find if your children make these on their own, they will add unique creativity and character. See above. Put out some ribbon as perhaps they will add a hair bow or bow tie. Just remember the pride they will have in handing out cards they personally made!

Photo Valentine


Why not take a fun photo and give it some life with a lollipop treat in hand? It's easy to do! Be creative when having them pose... maybe have their hands above their head or have two kids hold their hands in the middle together. I am sure the fun will not only be making the card but coming up with the pose and then taking the photo!

Supplies

• Photo
• Colored paper
• Scissors
• Tape or Glue
• Exacto knife
• Lollipop

Instructions 

1. Cut photo into desired shape
2. Cut paper to frame photo
3. Cut two slits half inch apart with exacto knife (adults) where the lollipop will be held
4. Write message on back of paper
5. Slide stick of lollipop through slits
6. Tape or glue photo on plain side of paper

Keep in mind...everyone has creativity inside whether you believe so or not. Use my guide to unleash your inner craftiness by following the simple steps.

I would love to see what you come up with! Send me a photo of the kids making the cards and of their creations via Facebook @ Nicole Mattson.

Make it simple, make it fun, and make it with the kids!

        XOXO, Nicole