By Noreen Doll. For a last minute place setting decoration, create these quick Valentine napkin rings. They are easy enough that even preschoolers could help you make them. And they would be fun for a Valentine or classroom party. I found the conversation hearts at Target's Dollar Spot, and the plain heart stickers at the Dollar Store. You can … [Read more...] about Quick Valentine Napkin Rings
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Sparkly Heart Button Covers
By Noreen Doll. For a fun way to glitz up your outfit, try these sparkly heart button covers. They are quick and easy, and add some glamour, too. Get a package of glitter hearts from the Dollar Store, or make your own with glitter craft foam. Supplies. Glitter Hearts Table Scatter Craft Knife How to Make Sparkly Heart Button Covers. 1. From a … [Read more...] about Sparkly Heart Button Covers
Conversation Heart Cupcakes
By Noreen Doll. Make conversation heart cupcakes for a fun Valentine treat. These cupcakes are so easy to decorate that even preschoolers can help. All you do is sandwich a toothpick between conversation heart stickers and stick the toothpick into a cupcake. Materials. Foam Conversation Heart Stickers Toothpicks Frosted Cupcakes How to Make … [Read more...] about Conversation Heart Cupcakes
Small Gift Box
By Noreen Doll. This small gift box could also be a favor box and you can make it in many sizes. Put your gift or favor in the center of the tissue paper and place it in the box for a lovely presentation. You can use it for any holiday or occasion simply by changing the color of the decorative paper on it. Think of using it at Easter with a handle, … [Read more...] about Small Gift Box
Dollar Bill Heart Origami
By Noreen Doll. A dollar bill heart origami is a fun way to give a gift of money, as it can be made with a bill of any amount. Make a fun dollar bill heart to give to your grandkids. They will love getting it! It can be any denomination, and would make a great Valentine gift. It is easy enough that you could teach older kids how to do it, too. I found … [Read more...] about Dollar Bill Heart Origami
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
Valentine Heart Barrettes
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
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
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
