Valentine’s Day is a lovely excuse for a bit of crafting with the kids — and nothing beats a homemade gift for a parent, grandparent or someone special. This free Valentine printable makes it easy: download the template, gather a few bits from around the house, and let your child create a keepsake gift that’s entirely their own.
Homemade gifts are always adorable, and this one is simple enough for little hands with a bit of help, while still feeling special enough for older kids to take pride in.
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Download Your Valentine Printable
First things first, download and print your Valentine printable. Then gather these simple supplies:
- Coloured paper
- Pencil
- Scissors
- A length of ribbon
- A photograph
- Patterned paper such as wrapping paper, crepe paper, tissue paper or wallpaper
- Glue (a glue stick or craft glue both work well)
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Instructions to create your unique Valentine gift
1. 
Print the letter out and cut around the dotted line. Use this as a template to cut your card letters out.
2. Stick your letters to your ribbon to spell LOVE (using the heart as the O).
3. Use the solid line to cut out the patterned paper for each letter.
4. Stick the patterned paper inside each letter.
5. Add your photograph to the heart.
6. Cut an inverted V into the end of your ribbon to make it look pretty.
7. You could also fold a small section at the top and add some string, so your Valentine can hang the gift up once it’s finished.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What age is this Valentine craft suitable for?
Younger children may need help with cutting and gluing, but with a parent or older sibling on hand, most primary school-aged kids can manage this craft. Older children can usually complete it independently.
Can I use a different photo or material if I don’t have patterned paper?
Yes — this craft is easy to adapt. Plain coloured paper, fabric scraps or even old greeting cards work well as substitutes for patterned paper.
Do I need a colour printer to use the template?
No, the printable works fine printed in black and white — the colour and pattern come from the paper you choose to decorate it with.
Is this a one-off gift or can it be reused as a decoration?
Many families keep theirs as a small hanging decoration each year, thanks to the optional string loop at the top.
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