Valentine’s Day may technically be a holiday that revolves around love, but when you’re a kid, it’s all about the glitter, glue and paper hearts. (And it’s just as well, because what parent isn’t completely besotted with a handmade, heartfelt valentine craft from their little one?!)
From super pretty pink and red dream catchers to the cutest valentine holder you ever did see, here are 19 of the cutest, most creative Valentine’s Day crafts for kids. Time to make room in the memory box!
Valentine’s Day crafts for toddlers
Toddlers may need some help with some of these crafts, but overall, they’re perfect for little ones who love to paint, stick and color.
1. Sugar heart painting
Talk about cute! We love these pretty Valentine’s Day sugar paintings. And the best part? The paint is completely taste-safe for little ones who have a tendency to put everything in their mouth. (Not to mention, it’s one of the easiest Valentine’s Day crafts for kids out there! Win-win!)
2. Love bugs
Looking for Valentine’s Day crafts for kids that are still little? Look no further. Since there’s nothing cuter than the feeties of little ones, this sweet love bug craft from Craftabella is sure to be a hit.
3. Button hearts
Not only is this button heart Valentine’s Day craft from Daily Momtivity super cute, it’s a great way for little kids to hone their fine motor skills!
4. 3D stacked hearts
One of the quickest, cleanest and cheapest valentines crafts for toddlers? The 3D stacked hearts from Scissor Tales Schoolhouse. Simply cut out some hearts from cardboard and let them do their thing!
5. Valentine’s Day heart wreath
There are a number of ways kids can dress up this cute Valentine’s Day heart wreath from Craft Project Ideas. They can make a patter with the hearts or focus on decorating them with paint — the possibilities abound and the results are guaranteed to be cute.
Valentine’s Day crafts for preschoolers
Slightly older kids will love honing their crafting skills with these creative Valentine’s Day craft ideas.
6. Valentine mailbox
This creative valentine mailbox from In the Bag Kids’ Crafts is cute, easy and budget-friendly. ‘Nuff said.
7. Valentine’s Day bags
Want a Valentine’s Day craft for preschoolers that’s fun and functional? These Valentine’s Day bags from First Grade Fan Club tick all the boxes.
8. Penguin love
Let’s face it: Penguins are always a good idea. And they’re even more adorable when they’re adorned with hearts, bows and smart top hats. These paper valentine penguins from Young School Art With Mr. G are surprisingly easy to make — and guaranteed to put a smile on anyone’s face.
9. Cute cacti
Kids will get a kick out of these adorable cactus valentines from I Heart Crafty Things. And not only are they cute, they’re the one of the best Valentine’s Day crafts for preschoolers since they’re mess-free — a plus in any parent’s book.
10. Valentine dream catchers
Every kid loves making — and looking at — dream catchers, so why not try for a Valentine’s Day version? This sweet Valentine’s Day dream catcher (inspired by mericherryla) will look pretty displayed on a window any time of year.
11. Lovebirds
Looking for Valentine’s Day crafts for kids on the older side? How about this positively adorable lovebird craft from Learn Craft Grow? Cute, customizable and a perfect addition to any bedroom shelf. Squee!
12. Smarties flower valentines
Not only do these Valentine’s Day flowers from Mer Mag look super pretty, they’ve got a sweet treat — Smarties! — in the middle. Clever.
13. Valentine shoebox
Looking for an original idea for your kiddo’s school valentine card holder? We love this creative valentine shoebox idea from Olive and Eve Co. Though, we must say, this monster is definitely more sweet than scary!
14. Valentine dinos
We can’t lie. We’re completely obsessed with these ridiculously cute Valentine’s Day dinosaurs from Sunny and Gold. Such a fun project!
15. Robot valentine holder
Umm, how adorable is this robot valentine holder from Create With Grey? Whether your kiddo uses it to hold their valentines or just wants a Valentine’s Day robot (as one does), it’s a keeper.
Valentine’s Day crafts for big kids
These Valentine’s Day design ideas are for the more advanced crafter — and they yield stunning results.
16. Felt flower hearts
What’s better — and fancier — than heart cut-outs made out of cute paper? Heart cut-outs made out of cute paper with sweet felt flowers and messages attached a la Handcrafted Brunette. Love!
17. Textured yarn heart
A Valentine’s Day craft for older kids? Perhaps. These textured yarn hearts from Jordyn Hadwin are gorgeous (and can be made a little easier for little kids by simply wrapping a few pieces of yarn around a heart).
18. Painted lovebug rocks
Talk about cute — and creative! These painted lovebug rocks from Rock Painting 101 are an adorable and original craft for Valentine’s Day. Who wouldn’t want one of these?!
19. Xs and Os friendship bracelet
How clever! This cool Xs and Os friendship bracelet from Craft Project Ideas will definitely elicit oohs and ahhs!
