Time to start gearing up for the day of L-O-V-E! Sick of the same old Valentine's Day cards and envelopes? Are you a bit short on cash? Homemade valentine's gifts are a great idea for anybody, and of course they're totally adorable--not to mention heartfelt! These crafts are a great idea for any sleepover, and even when you're just hanging out at home!
What You'll Need:
Corrugated or regular cardboard
Scissors
Twine or ribbon
Strong glue
Buttons, dried flowers or beads
Paper or fabric cutouts
What You'll Do:
1-Cut the cardboard into 8 1/2-by-11-inch pieces.
2-Fold cardboard up to 4 inches from the bottom and 3 inches from the top, overlapping the top flap over the bottom part.
3-Glue the 4-inch sides together. Let dry completely.
4-Put your gift or letter inside the envelope and close shut. secure with twine or ribbon.
5-Add buttons, dried flowers or beads to decorate. Glue cutouts to decorate.
Thursday, January 21, 2010
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