I’m all about homemade gifts for my family and friends. For me, I feel that my kids have been given so many toys by friends and family members, that it would mean more for me to do things that are homemade. DIY projects have hit many websites because people are finding value in crafting things for those they love. If you want to give gifts that stand out, making them yourself is a great way to do that. Here are a few great gift ideas for love you can make for your child to show them how much you care for them.
1. Super Hero Sucker
Choose your child’s favorite suckers and turn them into superheroes that he can fly around the house. Use different colored construction paper to make capes to attach to the suckers. Use a marker to draw faces on the sucker wrappers. You can use construction paper to make a mask to wrap around the sucker instead of drawing eyes. Follow the link below for more great super hero sucker ideas.
Source: http://www.parentmap.com/article/20-valentines-day-cards-for-kids?page=2
2. Smartie Pants
Let your child know how smart you think they are with these paper pants stuffed with smarties candy. Cut two identical pants forms out of his favorite color. Glue the outer edges of the pants together, leaving the top of the pants open. Draw pants features such as a zipper, pockets, and patches. Place one stick of smarties candy in each pant leg. For better detail on these valentines pants, follow the link below.
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3. Heart Puzzle
Create a heart puzzle to show your love for your son or daughter. Gather 16 wooden tiles that are 1 inch by 1 inch. Tape the tiles into a square and paint a heart on the front of the tiles. Add your child’s initial and a plus sign next to your own initial. Take the tape off the back of the wooden tiles and place them in a plastic bag. Attach a note on the outside of the bag with a special message. Click the link below to see pictured instructions of the project.
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4. Lego Heart
Take some of lego pieces and turn them into a permanent heart that your child can hold on to. You can choose their favorite colors or pick all red or pink legos. Use a little super glue to adhere each piece to the others. You will find the exact pieces you need for the project by clicking the link below.
Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Lego-Heart/
Hopefully, you have a few ideas that will become a memorable project for your child. Some of these ideas, you could do with your son or daughter for quality time together here. They are also simple DIY projects that you can do with them for their friends. They could also be great homemade gifts for men from kids. It can be hard to come up with fun ideas to do for dad from the kiddos.
