Valentine's Day is such a fun holiday to craft for, especially for little ones. Today we are sharing over 35 ideas for valentine crafts for kids!
Check out these ideas for kids of all ages. Save these easy Valentine's Day ideas for a cold February afternoon. You'll love these kid-friendly crafts.
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VALENTINE CRAFTS FOR YOUNGER KIDS
This section features crafts that are great for preschool and early elementary aged children. Some all ages will enjoy, but we broke them down depending on difficulty.
Felt Heart Pockets by Adventures of a DIY Mom |
This is a great motor skill activity. This works like a lacing activity that is then turned into a little pocket. Kids can insert Valentine's day cards for gifting.
Valentine Bubble Gum Machine by Bitz and Giggles |
Valentine's gumball machines are made out of a red solo cup and a clear ornament. A fun craft to make and gift to friends on Valentine's Day.
Painted Heart Rocks by Sustain My Craft Habit |
These easy rock painting ideas, with mandala designs, are a great way to relax, be artistic, and make a perfect craft for Valentine's Day. Or any day really.
Straw Rocket Valentines by Homan at Home |
Include STEM in your Valentine's celebration with these cute straw rocket valentines. Cut, color, then have fun talking about propulsion as you shoot them across the room.
Hot Air Balloon Valentine Mailbox by Creatively Beth |
Valentine's Day is one of our favorite holidays because CANDY! Made from a wooden heart and paper plate accented with fingerprint hearts, this dollar store hot air balloon valentine mailbox will make your kiddos' heart soar. Quick and easy to create in just about 30 minutes.
Valentine Thumbprint Art by A Dab of Glue Will Do |
Make adorable heart paintings while practicing fine motor skills with this simple and fun thumbprint/fingerprint craft. Perfect for your young children in the classroom or at home.
Hand on Heart Art by Mom Brite |
Another take on the fingerprint art with this idea. This sweet Valentine's Day handprint craft is so fun for your toddler or preschooler to make. They will love coloring the fingerprint heart by pressing their fingers on the colorful stamp pads.
Valentine Hugs by Crafts by Amanda |
This cute Valentine Hugs craft is easy to make and the kids love making them! Teachers - this is a great classroom project kids can give to loved ones! All you need is construction paper, a glue stick and googly eyes.
Valentine Heart Suncatcher by Mom Brite |
Your kids will love making this Valentine's Day heart suncatcher craft that will brighten up your windows. This easy heart craft is perfect for little hands.
Sheep Valentine Craft by Two Pink Peonies |
This 'wool you be my Valentine' craft is so cute! You can use pom poms, dot stickers, dot markers, or cotton balls. Use tweezers to up the fine motor skills of this craft.
Valentine Sewing Cards by Seam Whisperer |
These Valentine's Day themed sewing cards are the perfect craft to keep your kids busy while practicing their fine motor skills! The free printable set of four comes with an envelope, a lace valentine, the word "Love," and a heart purse design.
How to Make Mini Envelopes by Approaching Home |
For a unique take on a Valentine card, make a tiny Valentine's Day envelope and note with this free printable. Top it off with stickers and washi tape for a fun kids craft.
Mess Free Heart Painting by Mama of Minis |
This easy marbled heart craft for kids uses paint, a box, and marble to create fun marbled images. Super simple, easy, and mess-free and they make a great heart-shaped craft that can be used as a Valentine or a decoration for the home!
3D Valentine Card by Taming Little Monsters |
Give someone a handful of love with this fun 3D valentine craft for kids. Trace their hand for an extra sentimental touch to the card.
Paper Towel Roll Gift Boxes by Honey and Lime |
Get creative and decorate your own DIY Valentine's Day gift boxes with a paper towel or toilet paper roll. Fill them with treats and give them out to friends and family.
Recycled Heart Art Pendants by Barley and Birch |
Teach about recycling and reuse materials to make these heart pendants. They would make great decor for the holiday with the heart shapes on the pendants.
Cardboard Love Shacks by Barley and Birch |
This is another fun project! Grab some cardboard, paint and build a cute little love shack. A great way to keep kids busy with easy Valentine crafts.
Paper Heart Crafts by Barley and Birch |
Fun Valentine's day crafts can be found with these three ways to craft with paper hearts. This example shows a paper heart ornament, these could be hung around a home or on a garland.
Clay Pot Love Bug by Creatively Beth |
Another really adorable fun Valentine's Day craft! Clay pots can be transformed into something so adorable with acrylic paint and a couple of other supplies.
Felt Heart Pocket People by Creatively Beth |
Felt hearts come to life with this Valentine's Day heart craft. Slip a Valentine into the pocket for fun gifting.
Valentine Owl Craft by Simple Everyday Mom |
This printable craft is great for little ones. You can print out, practice cutting and gluing together to create an owl!
VALENTINE CRAFTS FOR OLDER KIDS
This section includes crafts that are great to enjoy with teens and pre-teens. Some they can do on their own or with you. Enjoy all these great easy crafts.
Find more crafts for tweens here.
Personalized Valentine Candles by Adventures of a DIY Mom |
Make your own Valentine candles! They're a great Valentine's Day gift or a fun decor item.
Heart Puzzle Wreath by Creatively Beth |
Here's a fun Valentine craft. Paint puzzle pieces in your favorite Valentine colors for another easy craft idea. Then glue them on in a heart shape. Add the banner or leave it as a puzzle pieces heart.
Chipboard Frames by Legally Crafty |
For the pre-teens and teens make an adorable chipboard frame. Use your favorites scrapbook paper, mod podge, and clips to make a frame to gift or display.
Morse Code Valentines by Barley and Birch |
Teach children about morse code and create your own Valentine's Day. Perfect to use as a card for Valentine's Day gifts.
Valentine Garland by A Country Girl's Life |
Decorate with this adorable and simple glitter garland. This is a great craft for pre-teens and teens. They can decorate their rooms with this fun and easy Valentines craft.
Origami Flower Card by Fluxing Well |
These easy origami greeting cards are fun to make. With just a few basic craft supplies and a short amount of time kids can make a special Valentine.
Heart Pop Up Card by The Typical Mom |
Pop up heart card here for the holidays. A great craft for kids to make to give to their parents while at school, church, or a relative's home.
Paint Chip Garland by Lovely Indeed |
Make this adorable Valentine craft for free! Old paint chips get turned into a charming Valentine's Day garland that kiddos can make all on their own.
Valentine Fortune Cookies by Creatively Beth |
This year for Valentine's Day create quick and easy DIY felt fortune cookies for friends and classmates -- full of funny fortunes and chocolate kisses.
Beth includes a free printable of fortune cookie sayings or you can write out your own. What's not to love?? It's the perfect Valentine's day craft.
Conversation Heart Planter by Thrifty Jinx |
Simple materials are used to make this adorable conversation heart planter! It makes the perfect Valentine's gift for Mom, Grandma or another special person in a child's life.
MORE VALENTINE KID CRAFTS
- Valentine Wood Hearts by Needle Pointers
- Valentine ASL Printable Craft by Two Pink Peonies
- Abstract Heart Painting by Feeling Nifty
- Valentine Treat Poppers by Happy Mothering
- Stapled Heart Wreath by One Little Project
- Thumbprint Heart Magnets by Rhythms of Play
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