11 Easy DIY Valentine's Day Crafts for Kids
Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to get creative with kids! Crafting homemade Valentine’s decorations and gifts is not only fun but also helps kids express their love and imagination. Whether you’re a parent looking for a weekend activity or a teacher planning a classroom celebration, these DIY crafts are simple, affordable, and super engaging.
Here are 11 adorable Valentine’s Day crafts your kids will absolutely love making!
1. Paper Heart Garland
Turn strips of colorful construction paper into a cute heart garland decoration. All you need is red, pink, and white paper, scissors, and glue. Loop and glue each strip into a heart shape, then connect them to create a festive garland that can hang in your home or classroom.
Tip: Use patterned scrapbook paper for an extra touch of flair.
2. Thumbprint Heart Cards
These adorable cards are perfect for showing love! Kids dip their thumbs into red or pink paint and press them onto cardstock in a heart shape. Add a sweet message like “You make my heart skip a beat.”
Tip: These cards make for great personalized gifts for family and friends.
3. DIY Love Bugs
Turn toilet paper rolls into adorable "love bugs" by decorating them with googly eyes, pipe cleaners, and heart stickers. Kids can design their bugs however they want, making it a fun and creative activity.
Tip: Use metallic pipe cleaners for antennae to add some eco-friendly glitter for sparkle.
4. Pom Pom Love Monsters
Make cute little love monsters using pom poms made from scrap yarn, googly eyes, pipe cleaners for arms, and foam hearts for feet. Each monster ends up with its own unique personality and charm!
Stop by our store in Hermosa Beach to pick up an easy pre-made DIY kit.
Tip: Set up a “love monster adoption station” where kids can pick and name their creations.
5. Heart Shaped Wreath
Grab a paper plate, cut out the center, and glue on small paper or recycled fabric hearts to create a colorful heart wreath. Hang it on doors for a Valentine’s Day decoration that screams love!
Tip: Add glitter or puffy glue to the hearts for some extra customization.
6. Origami Heart Bookmarks
Teach kids a simple origami fold to create heart-shaped bookmarks. Use pink or red origami paper for the festive theme. These bookmarks are not just fun to make but also practical.
Tip: Write a short note on each bookmark for a thoughtful touch.
7. Lollipop Flowers
Create adorable flowers with paper petals and a lollipop as the flower's center. Simply wrap the petals around the lollipop stick and secure them with tape. These make a sweet treat and craft combo!
Tip: Use cupcake liners for petals to simplify the process even more.
8. Valentine's Day Goodie Bags
Decorate small paper bags with stickers, ribbons, and drawings, then fill them with fruit, candy or small toys. These are great for teachers to use as party favors or for kids to gift to classmates.
One of our favorites are these adorable candy-less Valentine's Day treats using Cutie oranges. There is even a free printable too.
Tip: Use recycled paper bags for a more eco-friendly option.
9. Love Bug Rocks
Gather smooth rocks from your backyard or park and paint them with colorful designs to transform them into love bugs! Add googly eyes, pipe cleaners, and pom poms for extra cuteness. These make great paperweights or garden decorations.
Tip: Make different sizes and colors of love bugs to create a whole family of critters.
10. Tissue Paper Heart Sun Catchers
Cut out heart shapes from wax paper, and have kids glue colorful tissue paper pieces onto them. Hang them in windows to create a stained-glass effect when the sunlight shines through.
Tip: Use different shades of pink and red tissue paper for extra dimension.
11. Heart-Shaped Crayons
Reuse old crayons by melting pieces into silicone heart-shaped molds. Once they cool and harden, kids will have colorful heart crayons to use or give as gifts.
Tip: Mix different crayon colors in each mold for a rainbow effect.
Tips for Making These Crafts Educational and Engaging
- Introduce a theme like love, kindness, or togetherness and discuss it while crafting.
- Share fun facts about Valentine’s Day, such as its history or traditions in other cultures.
- Encourage teamwork by having kids work together on larger projects like the heart garland or wreath.
Sweeten Your Space with Redfin's Home Décor Ideas
Looking for ways to seamlessly add these crafts to your home décor? Check out Redfin's Handmade Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids: Simple Ideas for Sweet Home Décor for even more ideas and ways to pair your kids’ creations with charming Valentine’s Day decorations for your home.
Creating these crafts is more than just a fun activity—it’s an opportunity to bond, express creativity, and make meaningful memories with kids. We’d love to see your finished projects! Share your creations with us on social media or explore more craft ideas to keep the fun going.
