DIY Children’s Valentine’s Day Cards | Free Printable & SVG
Valentine’s Day is a perfect time to get crafty with your kids, and what better way to celebrate than by creating DIY children’s Valentine’s Day cards? These cards are not only a fun way to express love but also a fun opportunity to involve little hands in making some special Valentine’s Cards for family members, friends, or classmates.
This tutorial includes two versions of these adorable Valentine’s Day cards: both a printable version for kids to color and cut, and a layered SVG file version for cutting machines like Cricut, Silhouette, or Juliet. Both versions make it much fun for kids of all ages to craft their own cards, whether they prefer coloring with watercolor paints or assembling layered designs. Follow these easy directions to create the cutest Valentine this year!
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Printable DIY Valentine’s Day Cards
The printable version of these DIY children’s Valentine’s Day cards is a fantastic activity for kids, especially younger ones. They can be creative with simple supplies like crayons, markers, or watercolor paints, and assemble the card with a glue stick. Here’s how to make them:
Materials Needed:
- Printable Valentine’s Day card templates
- Construction paper or cardstock
- Scissors
- Glue stick, craft glue, or tape
- Tape to hold the template in place
- Permanent marker or similar (optional for writing a Valentine’s message)
- Heart stickers or pom poms (optional for embellishments)
Instructions for Printable Children’s Valentine Cards:
Download and Print:
Start by downloading the free printable templates featuring a unicorn, dinosaur, and also a bunny. Print the templates on standard printer paper or cardstock. You can find the free downloads here in my community vault. (Design Numbers #156 & #157) To get the password simply sign up for my newsletter below and the welcome email will send within 5-10 minutes. Additionally, the 3 Printables will be in a zip file together! To learn how to download read here.
Color the Templates:
Let your kids color the animals using markers, crayons, or watercolor paints. Furthermore, encourage them to use different techniques to make each DIY Valentine’s card unique.
Cut Out the Templates:
Carefully cut around the edges of the animals. Older kids might enjoy handling the cutting themselves, while younger children might need a little help. Also, cut out the card template provided.
Create the Card Base:
Use construction paper or cardstock to cut out the heart shape. You can use the heart template included in the download for a perfect cutout or cut your own. To use my template simply tape onto a piece of cardstock or construction paper and then cut around the edge.
Assemble the Card:
Glue the colored animal template onto the front of the card cutout. Then if you would like add heart stickers, pom poms, or scrapbook paper for extra flair.
Write a Valentine’s Message:
Use a permanent marker to write a sweet message inside the card. A simple “Happy Valentine’s Day” or “You’re the Best” works great, but kids can get creative with their words!
This version of the craft project is a fun idea for kids of all ages and a good idea for last-minute Valentine’s Day crafts. It’s also a clever idea to keep little ones engaged while enhancing their fine motor skills.
Layered Valentine SVG Cards for Cutting Machines
For those with cutting machines like Cricut, Silhouette, or Juliet, the layered SVG version of these DIY children’s Valentines Day cards offers a more intricate and professional-looking result. This method is perfect for older kids or in addition to parents who love crafting with paper and layered designs.
Materials Needed:
- Layered SVG file templates
- Cutting machine (Cricut, Silhouette, Juliet, etc.)
- Cardstock (65-80 lb recommended)
- Double-sided foam tape
- Glue stick or craft glue
- Optional: Tweezers to help place items
Instructions:
Download the Free Valentine’s Card SVG Files:
Start by downloading the free layered SVG templates for the unicorn, dinosaur, and bunny designs. You can find the free downloads here in my community vault. To get the password simply sign up for my newsletter below and the welcome email will send within 5-10 minutes. The 3 Free Valentine’s Day SVG Files will be in a zip file together! To learn how to download read here. Find even for more free Valentine’s Day SVG Files here.
Upload to Your Cutting Machine Software:
Open your cutting machine software (e.g., Cricut Design Space or Silhouette Studio) and then upload the SVG files. Resize if necessary to fit your blank card base. I made mine to a width of 11.5 so that I could max out a piece of 12×12 paper and make the card as big as possible. Make sure to resize the whole file to fit properly.
Cut the Pieces:
Use cardstock in your desired colors to cut out all the layers. I cut mine with the medium cardstock setting. For example, you might use red paper for the heart and pastel colors for the animals, it’s totally up to you!
Assemble the Layers:
Then, glue each layer in place using craft glue. I placed my pieces into little bins to keep them in order. I also used a low tack transfer tape for some of my pieces to keep them in place.
Attach to the Card Base:
Once all the layers are assembled, secure the completed design to the front of the card cutout using foam tape for a 3D effect or with glue.
Personalize with a Sweet Message:
Write a personalized Valentine’s message inside the card using a marker or pen. Alternatively, you could use your Cricut pens/pen adapter to add your message in for your before assembly. You can also add embellishments like heart stickers for extra charm.
These handmade cards make the perfect way to create a special keepsake for loved ones. The layered design adds a touch of sophistication, while still being simple enough to craft with kids.
Why Make DIY Children’s Valentine’s Day Cards?
Creating your own cards is a fun way to bond with your kids and teach them the value of handmade gifts. These DIY Valentine’s Day cards are an excellent craft project that helps develop fine motor skills and creativity while providing a heartfelt way to celebrate the holiday.
Whether you’re looking for easy DIY valentines to make with simple supplies or a classroom valentines activity that’s a hit with kids of all ages, these card designs are among the best ideas. They’re also a great way to use up leftover scrapbook paper or embellishments from your craft supply!
So grab your basic supplies, download the templates, and start crafting your own cards today. You’ll have much fun creating these cute valentines, and your kids will be thrilled to share their handmade cards with family members and friends!
DIY children’s Valentines Day cards are a fun and rewarding project that’s perfect for little hands and big imaginations. Whether you choose the printable version or the layered SVG design, these valentine card ideas are sure to make someone’s day extra special. With paper hearts, red hearts, and heartfelt messages, these cards are a wonderful way to spread love this Valentine’s Day!
