A Dollar Bill Butterfly is a nice shape for many gift giving occasions, and it’s easy to make. Because it is made with 2 dollar bill hearts it would be perfect for Valentine’s Day. The butterfly could be perched on the handle of an Easter basket. Or it could sit on a flower that is part of a bouquet. This butterfly could also sit on the front of an envelope … [Read more...] about Dollar Bill Butterfly
Kids Valentines
Dollar Bill Heart Mouse
Make your Dollar Bill origami just a little more fun by turning it into a heart shaped mouse. It will make a fun gift for Valentine’s Day, an Easter basket, or birthday gift. Or just a cute way to say, “I Love You”. Grandparents can send a Dollar Bill Heart Mouse to a grandchild for a surprise in the mail. Follow the directions to make this Super Easy Dollar … [Read more...] about Dollar Bill Heart Mouse
Quick Heart Bookmark
By Noreen Doll. It only takes a few folds to make a quick heart bookmark that slides onto a corner of the page you want to mark. Kids can learn to make them, too. They're fun to give to friends for Valentine's Day. In fact, these folds are almost the same as you use to make the Super Easy Dollar Bill Heart. Be sure to crease the folds well, as that is … [Read more...] about Quick Heart Bookmark
Lollipop Angel
By Noreen Doll. This sweet lollipop angel is a great favor idea for kids. And it is also easy for kids to make, so it would be a great class or group project. Create it in pink or red for Valentine's Day. Supplies. Double Sided Colorful Paper or Construction Paper Lollipop Scrap of Ribbon How to Make a Lollipop Angel. 1. I didn't have … [Read more...] about Lollipop Angel
Paper Plate Pop Up Heart
By Noreen Doll. A paper plate pop up heart is a very festive Valentine decoration. It is so easy to create that even a very young child can do it with assistance. This heart requires only a few supplies, most of which you probably already have. Supplies. Paper Plate Red Tissue Paper White School Glue White Crepe Paper or … [Read more...] about Paper Plate Pop Up Heart
Paper Plate Valentine Card
By Noreen Doll. Make a paper plate Valentine card that can be as intricate or as simple as you want it to be. It's a good and easy project for kids because they can use crayons, markers, stickers or cut-out pictures. Most kids will like making a giant Valentine card to give to someone special. There are 2 variations shown here. Supplies. 2 Paper … [Read more...] about Paper Plate Valentine Card
How to Make a Heart Pattern
By Noreen Doll. A heart pattern is one of the easiest patterns to make. Fold a piece of paper in half and draw half a heart next to the fold. Cut out the heart while the paper is still folded. Open the heart after it is cut out. You can make all kinds of variations to a simple heart pattern. Make it long and skinny. Make it … [Read more...] about How to Make a Heart Pattern
No Glue Heart Chain
By Noreen Doll. This is a fun and easy no glue heart chain that kids can make. All it requires is a little paper folding and cutting. This heart chain can be made in all one color, or the hearts can be a variety of colors. And you can vary the size of the heart by making the rectangle larger or smaller. Supplies. Colorful … [Read more...] about No Glue Heart Chain
Valentine Holder from a Cereal Box
By Noreen Doll. Create a Valentine holder from a cereal box. Because it has handles, it's very useful for carrying Valentines to and from school, and for storing them at home. It could also be a sturdy gift box, that can be reused many times. I used a cereal box that was about 8 inches by 12 inches and cut it down to about half that size, leaving handles … [Read more...] about Valentine Holder from a Cereal Box
Lollipop Bouquet
By Noreen Doll. Here's an easy lollipop bouquet that would make a fun centerpiece for a kid's party. Or the lollipops could be shared with classmates for Valentine's Day or Easter. Kids could easily make these pops. It would be great scissors practice for little ones. If you are making the lollipops with a group, you can precut all the squares and then let … [Read more...] about Lollipop Bouquet
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
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
