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Valentine's Day Crafts: Heartfelt Handprint Cards

February 8, 2024

As Valentine's Day approaches, there's no better time to express our love and appreciation for the special people in our lives. What better way to do that than by getting crafty together as a family? Today, we invite you to embark on a heartwarming journey of creativity and connection with a delightful Valentine's Day craft. From little hands to big hearts, everyone can join in the fun as we create personalized handprint cards that will surely melt hearts and bring smiles to loved ones' faces. So gather around the crafting table, unleash your imagination, and let's make memories that will last a lifetime, one heartfelt handprint at a time!


Materials:

Colored construction paper or cardstock

Scissors

Markers or pens

Glue or tape

Optional: decorative embellishments such as stickers, glitter, or ribbons


Instructions:

Fold the paper: Fold the construction paper or cardstock in half to create the base of your card.


Trace and cut: Have each family member place their hand on a piece of colored paper and trace around it. Then, carefully cut out the handprint.


Personalize: On the front of the card, write a sweet message such as "Sending love your way" or "You're the heart of our family." Decorate the card with markers, stickers, or any other embellishments you like.


Attach the handprints: Inside the card, arrange the handprints in a heart shape, overlapping them slightly. Glue or tape them in place.


Write a message: Have each family member write a heartfelt message inside the card, expressing their love and appreciation for the recipient.


Final touches: Add any final touches or decorations to the card, such as glitter or ribbons, to make it extra special.


Share the love: Give the handmade cards to loved ones as a thoughtful and heartfelt Valentine's Day gift.