By Noreen Doll. Using Valentine heart barrettes is a fun way to dress for the holiday. They are easy and inexpensive to create, and you can make them to match many different outfits. Little girls love wearing pretty things in their hair and these are perfect for them. One bag of conversation heart stickers from Target's Dollar Spot will make lots of Valentine … [Read more...] about Valentine Heart Barrettes
Archives for January 2013
Kids Craft Ideas
By Noreen Doll. It's nice to have kids craft ideas handy for those times when kids have run out of fun things to do. This easy craft can be made from recycled foam containers. Keeping a supply of craft materials on hand will make it easy for kids to create at a moments notice. Do be sure to keep recyclables on hand as well as regular craft supplies. And … [Read more...] about Kids Craft Ideas
Conversation Heart Magnet
By Noreen Doll. Craft an easy conversation heart magnet with foam hearts. This is a great idea for a classroom project or Valentine favors for kids to make at a party. The conversation heart stickers are 80 for $1 at Dollar Tree. And you can buy packs of larger foam hearts at Walmart or the craft store. I already had the larger hearts, but you could … [Read more...] about Conversation Heart Magnet
Lasting Valentine Bouquet
By Noreen Doll. Here's a fun Valentine bouquet your kids can create. It would make a great gift for Grandma, or a friend or neighbor. I used a 7 ounce size diced chili can for this project, but you could use any size you like. I was going to paint the can silver, but decided that since it was already a nice shiny silver, I would just use it like it was. You could … [Read more...] about Lasting Valentine Bouquet
Conversation Heart Necklace
By Noreen Doll. A conversation heart necklace can be a nice accessory for Valentine's Day. It's easy to make with foam heart stickers and a leather cord or length of ribbon. It would be a good project for a young girl to make for herself and her friends. Materials. 26 inch or 27 inch Length of Leather Cord or Ribbon 2 Foam Conversation Hearts - the … [Read more...] about Conversation Heart Necklace
Valentine Candle
By Noreen Doll. Create a quick and easy Valentine candle centerpiece. When I saw the colorful bright red garlands in the store, I just had to get one to make something. When I also saw the large battery candles, I knew I could make a very simple but colorful centerpiece. This is a great idea for when you need to have a centerpiece but no time … [Read more...] about Valentine Candle
How to Tie a Tiny Bow
By Noreen Doll. Here's a quick and easy way to tie a tiny bow. To tie this bow all you need is a length of narrow ribbon, twine, or string. For this bow I used 1/8 inch wide ribbon. I did the photos with twine because the ribbon wouldn't lay properly for the camera to photograph. 1. Make 2 loops with about 2 inches or so of twine or ribbon between … [Read more...] about How to Tie a Tiny Bow
Sweetheart Angel
By Noreen Doll. Create a sweetheart angel for your loved ones. This angel is perfect for Valentine's Day or just to tell someone you care. It would also make a nice birthday or thank you gift - or just "I'm thinking of you". I think it would also be lovely for someone who is recovering in a hospital or nursing home. It is an easy project, and could be … [Read more...] about Sweetheart Angel
Stretchy Valentine Heart Bracelet
By Noreen Doll. Little girls will love wearing a stretchy Valentine heart bracelet. It is easily made with foam heart stickers and hair elastics. And they are very cheap to make. It could be a fun project to make with your little girl, or one she can make them with her friends. (With a little help from you.) You can make stretchy Valentine heart bracelets in … [Read more...] about Stretchy Valentine Heart Bracelet
Valentine Heart Candle
By Noreen Doll. Stick conversation hearts on a candle to make a fun Valentine heart candle. Conversation hearts have always been a fun part of Valentine's Day, even though the sayings on them have changed over the years. You can make a cute candle by attaching these hearts and adding a ribbon. This would be a great classroom project for kids to make. I found … [Read more...] about Valentine Heart Candle
Valentine Heart Headband
By Noreen Doll. Make a fun Valentine heart headband for a little girl. Valentine's day is a fun time of the year for little girl's jewelry. They can wear pink and purple and hearts! Make this quick and easy conversation heart headband to dress up a little girl's hair. I found the conversation heart foam stickers in the Dollar Spot at Target. And the headbands … [Read more...] about Valentine Heart Headband
Candy Bar Slider
By Noreen Doll. A candy bar slider is a great gift idea for kids or teens. You can wrap money around the bottom end of the candy bar, and when you slide the candy bar up, the money appears. Materials 1 Candy Bar - I used a 7 ounce size 12x12 Sheet of Designer Paper Double Sided Tape or Glue Scissors Ruler Pencil Instructions 1. Cut 1/2 … [Read more...] about Candy Bar Slider
