5 Sweet and Simple
Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids
Hi lovely Petit Paradis family!
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with handmade crafts? Whether you’re looking for a fun weekend project or a meaningful keepsake, these simple and sweet DIY ideas will bring joy to you and your little loves!
1. Handprint Heart Cards
A classic and sentimental craft that makes the perfect gift for grandparents, teachers, or friends! This Valentine’s Day craft is quick, easy, and full of love.
What you need:
1. Colored cardstock or construction paper
2. Washable paint (red, pink, or white)
3. Paintbrush or sponge
4. Markers or stickers for decorating
How to make it:
1. Fold the paper in half to create a card.
2. Have your child dip their hand in paint and press it onto the paper in a heart shape (overlapping the palms creates the best heart effect!).
3. Let it dry, then decorate with sweet messages and stickers!
2. Love Bug Paper Plates
A fun and adorable craft that turns an ordinary paper plate into a cute Valentine’s friend! Perfect for preschoolers and early learners.
What you need:
1. Paper plates
2. Red, pink, or purple paint
3. Pipe cleaners
4. Googly eyes
5. Glue and scissors
6. Heart-shaped cutouts
How to make it:
1. Paint the paper plate in your child’s favorite Valentine’s color and let it dry.
2. Glue on googly eyes and draw a smile.Use pipe cleaners for antennae and glue heart cutouts onto the ends.
3. Decorate with more hearts and sparkles for extra cuteness!
3. Sweetheart Sun Catchers
A beautiful window decoration to spread love and sunshine in your home! This craft also enhances fine motor skills and creativity.
What you need:
1. Wax paper or contact paper
2. Tissue paper (pink, red, purple)
3. Scissors
4. Hole punch & ribbon
How to make it:
1. Cut out a heart shape from wax or contact paper.
2. Let your child glue or stick pieces of colorful tissue paper onto it.
3. Once covered, seal with another layer of paper and cut out the final heart shape.
4. Punch a hole at the top and add a ribbon to hang in a sunny window!
4. Simple Paper Garland
An easy and cheerful craft perfect for younger kids! This garland adds a festive Valentine’s Day touch to any room.
What you need:
1. Colored construction paper (red, pink, white, or pastel shades)
2. Scissors (safety scissors for young kids)
3. Glue stick, tape, or a stapler
4. String or twine
How to make it:
1. Cut construction paper into strips about 1 inch wide and 6 inches long.
2. Fold each strip in half and bend the loose ends inward to form a heart shape.
3. Secure the ends with glue, tape, or a staple.
4. Thread the hearts onto a piece of string or twine to create a garland.
5. Hang it across a window, wall, or doorway to spread Valentine’s cheer!
5. Petit Paradis Kids T-Shirts & Bodysuits
Looking for the sweetest keepsake this Valentine’s Day? Our Petit Paradis Kids t-shirts and bodysuits feature custom illustrations of your little one, making this Valentine’s Day extra special. These adorable and meaningful keepsakes are perfect for cherishing memories and celebrating love!
