How do we love kid-made Valentine’s Day cards? Let us count the ways. Few people will argue with the fact that everything about kids’ DIY valentines — the cutting, the glueing, the glitter-ing, the giving! — is just about as sweet as it gets (even during chocolate heart season!).
From clever classroom valentine card ideas for older kids to super simple homemade cards for little ones, here are 18 homemade Valentine’s Day cards for kids to make. Because love (and Valentine’s Day crafting!) is just the best.
1. Pop out XO valentine card
Getting — and making — pop out cards is always fun when you’re kid. These pop out XO valentine cards from Lovely Indeed hit all the marks — they’re cute; they’re trendy; they’re easy to make. And not many kids can say they’re handing out pop out valentines!
2. Gum ball valentine card
Got a few pom poms handy? Of course you do, if you’re a parent or caregiver. Then why not whip up this cute gum ball card from Pretty Paper Greetings. Guaranteed to blow people’s minds
3. Yarn heart card
One of the prettiest Valentine’s Day card ideas! Love this minimalist yard heart card from PrintWorks Specialty Papers. So cute and so easy to do!
4. Rainbow loom bracelet valentines
It’s pink. It’s cute. And with it’s stretchy material, it’s a sensory delight. These rainbow loom valentine cards from Coffee Cups and Crayons are guaranteed to be a hit.
5. Love is in the air
Few people can resist a good pun on Valentine’s Day, which is one of the reasons these super simple hot air balloon valentines from Kudzu Monster will be loved by all. Whether you use heart-shaped balloons or the regular kind, kids will get a kick out of this clever idea.
6. The ultimate school valentine card
Boy, girl, student, teacher — everyone likes lollipops. And everyone likes unicorns. These clever unicorn valentines from Lilacs and Charcoal — with a lollipop as the horn! — are sure to be a hit in any classroom.
7. Crafty valentines
Looking for a cute, candy-free idea for your child’s school valentines? How about these colorful crayon valentines from Wood U or Knot? Definitely one of the more creative Valentine’s Day card ideas.
8. Bath bomb love
One of the most original Valentine card ideas! For older kids, these sweet bath bomb valentines from Snazzie Bombs are a surefire slam dunk — and a great way to side-step bath- and shower-time battles.
9. Teddy time Valentine’s Day card
This cute teddy bear card from DIY Crafts is one of the sweetest and simplest Valentine’s Day card ideas for kids. Who wouldn’t be this teddy’s valentine?!
10. ‘Loads of fun’ treats and valentines
Lego-looking candies and a toy digger? Anyone who’s on the receiving end of these adorable construction cards from She’s Somewhat Crafty hit the classroom jackpot.
11. Sweet and easy valentines
More partial to easy valentine cards? It doesn’t get much sweeter or simpler than this gorgeous DIY Valentine’s Day card from Sandbox Girls. And the best part? It’s a mess-free craft for kids!
12. “Owl always love you” valentine card
What a smart idea! This super easy-to-make owl Valentine’s Day card from Keara Giannotti is both clever and heartfelt. We’re owl about it.
13. Artistic Valentine’s Day cards
Another brilliant, candy-free idea! We love these easy DIY colorful valentines from the Paper Trail. They’re simple to put together and every little artist in class will be a fan.
14. Fabric heart valentine cards
How pretty are these classic Valentine’s Day cards from Felix and Clementine? The hearts are made from fabric, but parents can just as easily have little ones glue paper hearts onto the fronts of cards. Love!
15. ValenTIME cards for kids
These cheeky ValenTIME’s Day cards from Sara Koff Studio have the best of both worlds: pretty designs and a pun.
16. Perfectly pared-down valentines
Want to skip the sugary treats, plastic toys and use of too much paper? These perfectly pared-down pencil valentines from Dr. Ashley Turner certainly check all the boxes.
17. A turtle-y awesome valentine card idea
A fun spin on the class handprint valentine. These cute “we turtle-y love you” valentines from Meghan Ashley will be fun to make and fun to give. So cute!
18. Heart people valentines cards for kids
These heart people valentines from Resourceful Mama are proof that anything can be incredibly cute with a little face and some pipe cleaners.
