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Looking for an easy and fun Valentine’s gift idea for your kids to give to their friends? Having three girls so far apart in age, holidays like this can get expensive. So, this year, my girls worked together to find the perfect Valentine for all ages. What they came up with is absolutely adorable and as perfect for Kindergarten as it is for Middle School. A small container of candy, a shovel spoon, and a little note that says, “I totally dig you.”
We purchased all of the supplies on Amazon (I’ve linked those below for your convenience), except for Valentine’s candy and the things we already had in the house. In total, each Valentine costs approx. $1. I’ve also created a printable sheet of labels for your convenience.
The girls had a blast at the kitchen table, putting each box together for their friends, and they can’t wait to bring them to school on Valentine’s Day and wow them with what they’ve created.
Take your pillow boxes and seal one side with a small piece of tape to keep them closed.
Fill the boxes with candy and seal the top with another small piece of tape.
Secure the shovel to the front center of the box with a small piece of tape.
Cut out 2″ circles from the red construction paper.
Download Our Printable Label Sheet or image file. If you have Avery 5293 1 2/3″ labels, you can print our label sheet, and they should line up perfectly. If you have any other sized labels, you’ll want to download the label image instead, find the template from the label manufacturer, and input it into their template before printing.
Write your child’s name on the provided line.
Peel a label and attach it to the center of each construction paper circle.
Punch a hole in the top of each circle construction paper/label. I used a heart-hole punch, but you can also use a circle.
Tie a piece of string around the box (at the center of the shovel).
Thread the construction paper/label circle through the string and tie it again to form a knot. Then tie it into a bow.
Looking for another idea? Make sure to check out our other printables. We have some for all occasions, with lots more coming soon!
Hi! I’m Heather, Mom of 3, professional snack opener, the only person who knows where everything is in my house and part-time magician (I can turn a bunch of candy into a gift basket and everyone thinks it’s amazing). I share a mix of parenting moments, easy recipes, crafts, and DIY home decor projects.
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omg this is so cute. I would totally do this and i’m not a kid nor do i have any. but its such a creative way to send Valentine greetings!
These are so cute! I want to make valentine’s with my kids this year. I keep finding so many fun ideas.
This is just so cute. I don’t have kids but I’d love to make some and give them to friends!
This is really super cute. I used to celebrate valentines day with my parents.
Well this is just too cute! Perfect for school party
This is such a cute idea! I know the kids in my son or daughter’s class would love this idea!
What a super duper cute treat for Valentine’s Day. I love the addition of the shovel. Gotta love the tag too. Any kid would love that.