Valentine's Day Craft Ideas

Getting Started with Valentine’s Day Craft Ideas

While holiday crafts can be a great way to get into the spirit of Valentine’s Day, these projects do require some planning. Before you begin, ask yourself the following questions:

• How much time do I need to complete the project? Remember, since holiday crafts are made for a specific occasion, you’ll need to start your Valentine’s Day projects well in advance of February 14.
• What tools and supplies do I already have available? What items must I purchase before I begin?
• Do I understand all of the techniques used to create this project? If not, where can I go to learn more about unfamiliar concepts?
• Do I want to follow the project directions exactly or personalize the design to fit my own tastes?

Handmade Valentine Décor

Put love in the air by decorating your home with handmade Valentine crafts. Whether you enjoy sewing or completing craft projects with your kids, there are plenty of Valentine’s Day craft ideas that can help you decorate your home for this special occasion. For example:

• Valentine Penny Rug: Welcome guests to your home with this pretty heart rug.
• Pistachio Wreath: This boldly designed wreath adds contemporary flair to your Valentine décor.
• Silk Heart Pillows: These pillows offer a unique way to get your home ready for Valentine’s Day.
• Romantic Heart Wool Valentine: Make this appliqué ornament from felted wool.
• Valentine Placemat and Napkin: Set the stage for a special Valentine’s Day meal with a customized table setting.
• Heart Candle: Accent a candle with a cluster of pretty hearts.
• Crayon Hearts: Translucent hearts made from waxed paper and crayons turn your window into a holiday focal point. As an added bonus, your kids will love helping with this fun project.
• Frosted Glass Valentine: These sophisticated looking containers can be used throughout your home. Fill them with candy, potpourri, or small candles.
• Etched Frosted Frame: This frame is so cute, you’ll find it hard to make just one.

Great Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

If you’re looking for a Valentine’s Day gift for someone special, don’t automatically assume you need to spend hours at your local mall. There are plenty of handmade items you can make that would double as lovely presents. Valentine’s Day craft ideas include:

• Valentine Coupon Book: This project is a slightly more grown-up version of the homemade coupon books you may remember making in elementary school.
• Always Together Layout: Frame this scrapbook page for an expression of your love that will last throughout the year.
• Heart Box: Decorate a papier-mâché box to hold candy or a small gift.
• Heart Shaped Soap: These delicate soaps are less fattening than a box of chocolates, but just as pretty.
• Monogrammed Napkins: They may seem old-fashioned, but these elegant napkins would be a lovely yet practical Valentine gift for a close friend.
• Valentine Dartboard: This clever and easy-to-make game makes a great gift for both the young and the young at heart.
• Hearts a Fire: These plaster of Paris hearts can be customized to fit almost any occasion.

Additional LoveToKnow Resources

What would Valentine’s Day be without chocolate? Visit LoveToKnow Recipes for a delicious section of chocolate treats you can make to accompany your Valentine’s Day crafts, including:

• Chocolate Creams
• Chocolate Cream Cake
• Chocolate Nougat Cake
• Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Orange Chocolate Pot de Cream
• Chocolate Brownies
• Chocolate Junket
• Chocolate Custard with Whipped Cream
• Almond Chocolate Drops