{"id":2836,"date":"2019-12-26T11:23:25","date_gmt":"2019-12-26T11:23:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smilebox.com\/blog\/?p=2836"},"modified":"2021-01-13T16:31:39","modified_gmt":"2021-01-13T16:31:39","slug":"valentine-card-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/blog\/valentine-card-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"DIY Valentine Card Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"

Valentine\u2019s Day is all about love\u2014so to get you in the mood, we came up with a list of truly unique ways to show your loving feelings this February. Fortunately, with the right DIY card, expressing your emotions doesn\u2019t have to be a big project. And if you\u2019re stuck finding the right words, we\u2019ve got you covered with our Valentine\u2019s Day card messages guide<\/a>. Pick any of the creative ideas below to say Happy V-Day, and you\u2019re on your way to making that perfect card.<\/p>\n

Handmade Valentine\u2019s Day Card Ideas<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Legend has it that St. Valentine himself is known for writing the first \u201cYour Valentine\u201d card as a token of his affection (just before he was martyred on February 14th<\/sup>, 269 AD); so turning out a DIY Valentine\u2019s Day card is actually as close to being traditional as you can get. There are a virtually endless number of ways for creating a handmade Valentine\u2019s Day card, but we\u2019ve narrowed down a few categories to make your deliberation a bit easier.<\/p>\n

Layers<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Create a layered effect by pasting small cards on big cards, cut-out images on paper, or even by pasting items such as ribbons on a piece of cardboard. With enough layers (or cut-outs that are raised or are thick enough), you\u2019ll get a cool 3D effect.<\/p>\n

\"ValentineBy <\/a>Stamp Simply<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n

As a Fancy Facade<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Express yourself with a few words and select images as part of a larger gift. For example, hand print your Valentine\u2019s Day wishes on a cardboard box, embellish it with some cut-out hearts, and fill the box with tokens of your affection.<\/p>\n

\"Valentine<\/u><\/p>\n

By Zoey\u2019s Attic<\/a><\/p>\n

Do the Minimalist Thing<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Write, draw, or paste your message onto a small object like a matchbox (as in, \u201cyou light up my life\u201d), miniature folded card (like passing love notes in class), or even a cookie (as a symbol of sweetness).<\/p>\n

\"DIY<\/u><\/p>\n

By the Penny Black Blog<\/a><\/p>\n

One Card Isn\u2019t Enough<\/strong> <\/u><\/p>\n

If you just have too much to say, then there\u2019s no reason to limit yourself! Buy an off-the-shelf photo album, fill it with printed pictures and Valentine\u2019s Day messages, and wrap it up in a heart-themed enclosure.<\/p>\n

\"DIY<\/strong> By Cut Out and Keep<\/a><\/p>\n

Valentine\u2019s Day Card Ideas for Kids<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Put all of that arts and crafts training to good use! A little bit of paper, glue, thread, and creativity are generally all that you\u2019ll need to get your kids making little Valentine\u2019s Day gems for their puppy love crushes.<\/p>\n

Filled with Fancy<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

From little vanilla extract bottles to these handmade, hand-sewn paper pillows, it\u2019s easy to fill a funny object with Valentine\u2019s Day stuff like little hearts, candy, or love notes.<\/p>\n

\"DIY<\/u><\/p>\n

By Made Every Day<\/a><\/p>\n

Lovely Labels<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Festoon some Valentine\u2019s Day sweets with an easily-made label. This is a particularly good idea in case your little one wants some mass distribution \u2013 it takes only a minute or so to cut and attach each label.<\/p>\n

\"Handmade<\/u><\/p>\n

By Zakka Life<\/a><\/p>\n

A Refreshing Idea<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Red soda pop (or Kool Aid, in this case) makes the ideal Valentine\u2019s Day beverage! Attach a cute and creative label, and serve chilled.<\/p>\n

\"Handmade<\/u><\/p>\n

By Passion for Savings<\/a><\/p>\n

The Smartphone Approach<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Get your youngster to pose for a few images and upload them to your PC, then add some text, print on decent quality stock, and voila, you\u2019ve got a unique Valentine\u2019s Day card that can be embellished in some very interesting ways.<\/p>\n

\"Handmade<\/strong> By Eighteen25<\/a><\/p>\n

Valentine\u2019s Day Card Ideas for School<\/strong><\/h2>\n

It\u2019s tough to focus on studies when it\u2019s Valentine\u2019s Day! Following are a few unobtrusive ways to celebrate the occasion if February 14th<\/sup> happens to also be a school day. Just make sure that the teacher doesn\u2019t see…<\/p>\n

It\u2019s in the Bag<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Any type of bag will do for stuffing with goodies and a Valentine\u2019s Day message, and sending off to school for sharing with best friends.<\/p>\n

\"Valentine<\/u><\/p>\n

By I Heart Nap Time<\/a><\/p>\n

Can\u2019t Measure Love<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a gift that might actually be practical! Make the ultimate classroom Valentine\u2019s Day craft with some printed paper slips, a ruler, and a snappy Valentine\u2019s Day quip. For added effect, you can stick on a heart or two.<\/p>\n

\"Handmade<\/p>\n

By Relocated Living<\/a><\/p>\n

Not Exactly a Card<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Thumb drives and CDs are really inexpensive nowadays, to the point where you can give one or two away as part of a Valentine\u2019s Day gift. All you need to do is download some of your \u2013 or your pal\u2019s \u2013 favorite music files to your medium of choice and wrap it up with a thoughtful Valentine\u2019s Day message (even a piece of paper will do).<\/p>\n

\"Handmade<\/u><\/p>\n

By Design Mom<\/a><\/p>\n

Valentine\u2019s Day Word Play<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Corny word plays are the most suitable for Father\u2019s Day (i.e. dad jokes), but we\u2019ll make an exception in this case \u2013 especially since it\u2019s a healthy choice that\u2019s perfect for the classroom. Wrap up an orange with a pipe cleaner threaded with this groan-worthy Valentine\u2019s Day message.<\/p>\n

\"Valentine\u2019s<\/strong><\/h2>\n

By Bless This Mess<\/a><\/p>\n

Valentine Card Ideas Made Simple<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Short on time, or artistic talent? Smilebox takes care of the hard part with our Valentine\u2019s Day eCard maker<\/a>. We offer a wide selection of customizable designs and themes, and one of them is sure to hit the target – like Cupid\u2019s arrow. With just a few clicks, you can adjust the template of your choice to your liking, type in some words of affection, and send it to your loved one.<\/p>\n

\"Valentine\u2019s<\/a><\/p>\n

By Smilebox<\/a><\/p>\n

In case you are looking for a bit more room for your expression, check out our Valentine\u2019s Day slideshow maker<\/a>, featuring the same ease of use as our card maker. This Valentine\u2019s Day, and for all your other favorite holidays and occasions, let Smilebox add form to your feelings.<\/p>\n

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Valentine\u2019s Day is all about love\u2014so to get you in the mood, we came up with a list of truly unique ways to show your loving feelings this February. Fortunately, with the right DIY card, expressing your emotions doesn\u2019t have to be a big project. And if you\u2019re stuck finding the right words, we\u2019ve got […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":4063,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[4,10],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\n