50 Easy Valentine’s Day Crafts the Whole Family Will Love
From heart-shaped décor to handmade jewelry, these art projects are perfect for all ages!
When we think of Valentine's Day, visions of flowers, chocolates, and romantic date nights typically come to mind. But if you're looking for fun ways to celebrate the holiday with the whole family (not just your spouse) or you're looking for an entertaining snow day activity that'll actually occupy your kids, an afternoon dedicated to arts and crafts is just the thing. After all, there's nothing like a few hours of cutting, pasting, and coloring to bring the crew together!
This collection of Valentine's Day crafts has festive ideas that are perfect for all ages and every skill level—most have very few, easy-to-find tools and a short list of instructions, and some even come with printable templates to build off of. Not to mention, you and your kids will have such a blast making the heart-shaped keychains, hand-painted mason jars, homemade bath salts, and so many other creative projects to choose from, making it an excellent family bonding moment and a heartwarming way to show your love. Plus, the finished products can double as affordable Valentine's Day gifts that come from the heart, or you can use some as Valentine's Day decorations for a love-filled party or home décor for the month of February (and beyond!). Whether you settle on DIY Valentine's Day wreaths made of fresh flowers, Valentine's Day boxes the kids can stash their Valentine's Day cards in, or handcrafted jewelry, these crafts will make this Valentine's Day one to remember.
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Sweetheart Gnomes
The sweetest part of these sweetheart gnomes? You won't have to sew a single thing! For this Valentine's Day craft, you and your family will just need colored felt sheets, a ball of yarn, and wooden beads—that's it!
Get the tutorial at Sustain My Craft Habit.
Heart Button Art
This Valentine's Day craft is cute as a button! To pull it off, gather multi-sized buttons in various shades of red that you'll then glue onto a printed scrapbook paper (bonus points for a heart-shaped pattern!). If you want to show off your masterpiece, display it in a picture frame.
Get the tutorial at Dream A Little Bigger.
Valentine’s Day Bracelets
These clay bead bracelets are fun and fabulous. Plus, they're totally customizable! This Valentine's Day craft will double as the perfect holiday party accessory, but it'll also make such a thoughtful Galentine's Day gift!
Get the tutorial at Happiness Is Homemade.
Heart Suncatcher
Let love and light in on Valentine's Day with this simple (but super cute!) craft. You'll need clear contact paper, tissue paper, and construction paper to create this heart-shaped sun-catcher, plus some adhesive to hang it on your window.
Get the tutorial at The Best Ideas For Kids.
Catnip Conversation Heart Cat Toys
If a certain kitten has stolen your heart this February, treat them to catnip-stuffed, heart-shaped toys, sealed with a cute message like "be mine" or "love you." They'll have just as much fun playing with them as you'll have making them!
Get the tutorial at Dream A Little Bigger.
Pipe Cleaner Heart Rings
Looking for the perfect accessory to complete your Valentine's Day outfit? Take matters into your own hands (literally) with these simple heart-shaped rings made using red or pink pipe cleaners! You and your kids will love making and wearing them!
Get the tutorial at One Little Project.
Mini Valentine Wreaths
Of the many wreath tutorials on this list, this one has to be the easiest—and most adorable! To craft these pint-sized decorations, you'll need just a few materials: acrylic paint, tiny wooden hearts, some glue, and a ribbon or cord. Seeing them on display around your house will surely make you feel the love!
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Origami Heart Basket
Put your fine motor skills to the test with this origami heart basket. This Valentine's Day craft is made using paper squares or old paper bags, coupled with a little bit of patience. Fill them with Valentine's Day treats for your friends, or use them as simple planters for your home.
Get the tutorial at The Craft Patch.
Valentine Heart Keychain
Gifting this DIY Valentine's Day craft will be the key to your loved one's heart! Not to mention, these heart-shaped keychains are so easy to make: The project simply requires faux leather, a cord, embroidery floss, and a split key ring.
Get the tutorial at Dream a Little Bigger.
Decorated Chocolate Heart Boxes
A box of chocolates is the quintessential Valentine's Day gift, but decorating your own container will take this present to a whole new level. Dress up heart-shaped boxes of chocolatey goodness with lace, fabric, buttons, felt, or any other materials you see fit!
Get the tutorial at Delia Creates.
Valentine’s Candy Dog
For the majority of kids, the best part of February 14 is the Valentine's Day sweets. But when candy doubles as a Valentine's Day craft, the holiday will feel (and taste!) even sweeter. For this project, you'll need Smarties, Hershey’s Kisses, googly eyes, pom-poms, and a hot glue gun.
Get the tutorial at Kid Friendly Things to Do.
DIY Glitter Heart Candles
Fill your home with everything we love about Valentine's Day—hearts, romantic lighting, and glitter—by opting to make these candle holders for your Valentine's Day craft of choice. Affix a wax heart onto the center of the candle, douse it in glitter, and fill the rest with sparkles in a contrasting color.
Get the tutorial at Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom.
Valentine Slime
Looking for a Valentine's Day craft for your slime-loving kiddos? Despite what you'd think, making slime isn't a super involved process (you'll need only pink food coloring, sequin hearts, and pink glitter). And since it offers endless sensory play, your little ones will be entertained for hours!
Get the tutorial at Crafts by Amanda.
Valentine’s Day Candy Terrariums
If you're searching for a simple and kid-friendly way to decorate your home for Valentine's Day, create terrariums using candy hearts and striped lollipops. You can also include non-edible items like mini balloons with wax lips.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
Marbled Painted Valentine’s Day Mason Jar
Mason jars are such versatile containers, even for Valentine's Day! Channel the usefulness of this simple household object by wrapping them in contact paper splattered with acrylic paints and stuffing them with Valentine's Day-themed M&Ms!
Get the tutorial at Mason Jar Crafts Love.
Glitter Valentine's Day Photo Props
Up your V-Day party photo booth game with these glittery X's and O's. To make these fun props, all you need are smoothfoam letters, Mod Podge, and lots of glitter, of course.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
Carved Heart Wood Slice
You don't have to go to the woods to carve your and your sweetheart's initials into a tree this Valentine's Day! Recreate the romantic act from the comfort of your own home with this lovely wood slice emblazoned with your initials and anniversary date.
Get the tutorial at Average But Inspired.
DIY Heart Wire Earrings
Along with flowers and chocolates, jewelry is up there as one of the most classic and sweet Valentine's Day gifts. Ensure that your Valentine's Day accessories are one of a kind with these DIY heart-shaped stud earrings that make a perfect Galentine's Day gift or companion to your Valentine's Day outfit.
Get the tutorial at Fall for DIY.
Conversation Heart Coasters
Add some whimsy to your coffee table or Galentine's Day party decor with these adorable conversation heart coasters. To bring your favorite Valentine's Day candy to life, you just need some wooden hearts, paint, stickers, and sealant.
Get the tutorial at The Crafted Life.
Painted Valentine's Day Wine Glasses
Nothing screams Valentine's Day more than a bottle of wine and a box of chocolates. Sip in style this February 14 with these hand-painted Valentine's wine glasses. Opt for acrylic enamel paints to complete the task successfully. Outline the design depicted here using tape, or let your creativity flow by crafting your own Valentine's Day pattern.
Get the tutorial at Crafts By Amanda.
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