By The easiest and most fun way to keep my kids entertained and engaged is through arts and crafts. They love creating things to show their dad after he gets home, and they are always so proud of the work they’ve done. I love holidays for this reason. It gives so many ideas on what our next project can be. And with Valentine’s Day right around the corner, I wanted to put together a list of fun Valentine’s Day craft ideas! This list ranges from easy, very simple crafts to a little more advanced. It allows room for creativity and anyone of any age will have so much fun with these Valentine’s Day crafts!
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Pipe Cleaner Heart Rings
All you need for this cute craft is some pipe cleaners! Find the tutorial here.
Bee Mine Candy Wrapper
This is a super simple idea from The Craft Train. They supply a free printable so all you have to do is print it out, cut it, and wrap it around a candy bar! This is a cute idea to use in place of Valentine’s Day cards! Find the tutorial here.
Rose Filled Heart Card
Here’s a DIY valentine card idea anyone can do. Find the tutorial here.
Abstract Art Valentine
This craft is fun for any age, layering paper, paints, pictures and then cutting out a heart to create a beautiful and unique Valentine. Find the tutorial here.
Candy Dog Valentine’s Day Craft
This cute little dog would make a nice valentine and is fun to put together. Find the tutorial here.
Handprint Flower Valentine
Personalize a card with this cute craft idea. Find the tutorial here.
Valentine Slime
My kids love slime. They go through it faster than candy. They had lots of fun with this bright pink Valentine Slime. Find the tutorial here.
Valentine Heart Garland
I think garlands are the most fun way to spruce up a space for any holiday, so no list would be complete without one! Here is a cute DIY garland from Love The Day. Find the tutorial here.
3D Heart Card
Make this 3D heart card to give to someone special. Find the tutorial here.
Valentine’s Day Straw Toppers
These are so cute and they’re easy! This would be a great idea for a party or even just for fun. Here are some really cute straws you could use for this craft. Find the tutorial here.
Conversation Heart Coasters
Use wooden hearts, paint, and stickers to make these adorable coasters! Find the tutorial here.
Bouquet of Hearts Card
Another cute valentine card idea, cut out some hearts and glue them on a card to make a bouquet of hearts! Find the tutorial here.
Heart Shaped Ornaments
This craft would be a great keepsake to keep for years to come. They are beautiful left plain white or you can decorate them any way you want. Use air drying clay and poke a hole before it dries to string twine through so you can hang it up later. Find the tutorial here.
Printable Heart Glasses
My kids love any kind of glasses, so this craft is a hit! This also has a free printable template you can use, pick out some printed cardstock, and use colored cellophane for the lenses. Find the tutorial here.
Heart Shaped Bath Bombs
This would be fun for anybody! Make these to make bath time more fun for the kiddos, or they would make a great gift! The best part is, you most likely have the ingredients in your house already! Find the tutorial here.
Handprint Valentine Card
Nothing is more heartwarming than a handmade valentine. Here’s one your kids will love making! Find the tutorial here.
Paper Rosette Hearts
If you have a Cricut, this craft is easy to do! Find the tutorial here.
Tissue Paper Heart Wreath
While this craft may be slightly more time consuming, it is still super easy and the outcome is SO worth it. Find the tutorial here.
Paper Gnome Craft
You can use these cute gnomes as a valentine or to decorate! Find the tutorial here.
Valentine’s Day Heart Table Runner
So simple. So cute. All you need are hearts and glue! Find the tutorial here.
Valentine Votive Candle Holders
Another great way to spruce up your house for Valentine’s Day! Find the tutorial here.
Thumbprint Heart Mason Jar Vase
Here is another great craft idea using mason jars! Use your kid thumbprints to make it special. Find the tutorial here.
Footprint Heart Valentine
If you have a little-er little one, this would make a wonderful keepsake for anyone in the family. Find the tutorial here.
Printable Coloring Valentine Cards
Get these free printables to make these Valentine coloring cards. Find the printables here.
Candy Heart Garland
I have to wrap up this list with another cute garland idea! Make this Candy Heart Garland and add as many sweet messages as you want! Find the tutorial here.
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