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Easy Valentine Day Crafts For Kids

December 19, 2022 By: Sweet Frugal Lifecomment

Check out these easy Valentine crafts!

Valentines day is such a fun time of year. I love showing my loved ones how much I care about them. And it’s even more fun to teach my kids to show love to others! These easy Valentine day crafts for kids are the perfect activities for a fun February day.

Consider helping your kids make a few crafts to give to their friends and family. Or they can make some to help decorate the house with a little bit of festivity. Whichever you choose, make sure to enjoy this fun time together making easy Valentines crafts!

Fun Valentine Day Craft Ideas

Have fun making these easy Valentine Day crafts! Let me know which one is your favorite!

1. Clay Valentine Magnets

Check out these adorable Clay Valentine Magnets! You only need three ingredients and some paint to make them! They are the perfect craft for kids both young and old. I can’t wait to make some and hang them on our fridge.

2. Panda Valentine Craft

This Panda Valentine craft is not only the cutest thing ever, but it also comes with a free template! Which for someone like me (non-expert crafter), a template is a must! Your kids will have so much fun making this craft to give away or keep for themselves, and they will be able to work on their fine motor skills at the same time!

3. Conversation Heart Bookmarks

I’m in love with this next easy Valentine day craft! These conversation heart corner bookmarks are so fun and make a great gift for book lovers! All it takes is a little bit of folding and glue and you have the cutest bookmark ever! This is a craft that anyone can do!

4. Valentines Foam Pencil Toppers

Here’s another fun craft for Valentines, Foam Pencil Toppers. This tutorial comes with a template to help your kids make a hedgehog, owl, penguin and racoon pencil toppers. The instructions are easy to follow and the results are absolutely darling!

Related: Chocolate Dipped Valentine Cookie Recipe

5. Valentine Yarn Hearts

My kids love making these easy valentine yarn hearts each year. They are quick, cheap and so cute! All you need is some cardboard (thank you leftover Amazon box!) and some yarn. The colors are so fun to customize and mix and match. They make cute decorations and gifts.

6. Heart Paint Chip Garland

If you want simple and cheap Valentine decor, I have the thing for you! You can quickly make this Heart Paint Chip Garland. It’s very easy to customize and make with your favorite love-day colors.

My kids love having a few holiday decorations in their rooms, and this would be the perfect craft for them to make and hang over their bead.

7. Heart Suncatcher

I love hanging crafted suncatchers in my windows. The light that comes through is so pretty.

Your kids will love making their own heart suncatcher following this tutorial.

Related: Easy Easter Craft for Preschoolers: Egg Sun Catcher

8. Valentines Day Toilet Paper Roll Vase

Crafts that repurpose are just my favorite type of crafts! They are frugal through and through!

That is one of the reasons why I love this Valentines Day Toilet Paper Roll Vase craft. It turns something that would have been tossed into the trash, a toilet paper roll, into something beautiful and useful. Your kids will love making these vases and placing pretty flowers inside!

Related: Easy Toilet Paper Roll Crafts

9. Valentines Pom Pom Painting

Here’s the perfect Valentines day craft for toddlers and preschoolers, Valentines Day Pom Pom painting. The activity introduces a new way to paint, using pom poms and a clothespin! This method results in a fun, easy to create heart art!

10. DIY Valentine Felt Heart

If you are looking for an easy Valentines Day craft for older kids, try this DIY Valentine Felt Heart!

Felt is very budget friendly, making this craft a perfect option for the frugal conscious. The hearts are perfect for giving to others or to use as a decoration around your home.

11. Love Bug Toilet Paper Roll Craft

Your kids will love making this adorable love bug….and again…I love that it’s repurposing something that would have been thrown away! This is a very easy and cute project, perfect for young kids!

12. Origami Heart

Folding origami is so fun, and with the right instructions can be very simple. Here is a great tutorial for folding an easy origami heart that make great corner bookmarks! Make your corner bookmarks in a variety of colors to giveaway and use in all of your favorite books.

13. Valentines Day Frame

Alright, I have the perfect craft for any non crafters out there! Seriously, anyone can make this Valentines Day frame craft….and it’s the cutest thing ever! So, basically a win-win all around!

I love the idea of using this frame as a decoration, you can put a picture of your family inside of it. Or, it can be a great gift with a picture of you and your loved one together.

Related: Fun Family Valentine Traditions

14. Gnome Paper Craft

Another fun valentine paper craft is to make this darling gnome. It comes with a free template, for easy cutting and designing and it is just so cute! I want to make one just for me!

15. Love You To Pieces Wreath

I’m so in love with this fun puzzle piece wreath! It’s so creative and simple to make!

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16. DIY Heart Crayons

My kids use to make these heart crayons all the time. It’s a great way to use up half used crayons, and create something new and fun. The silicone molds come in a lot of different shapes and designs too!

17. Tissue Paper Heart Craft

Crafting with tissue paper is always affordable and kid friendly. The tissue paper heart craft is perfect for helping young ones work on their fine motor skills while creating something new.

18. Popsicle Stick Heart Garland

This popsicle stick heart garland is so cute and unique! It’s something that I haven’t ever seen before, and that just makes me love it even more! I love trying new projects like this with my kids.

19. Mess Free Smush Painting

Want to craft with your kids, but hate the mess?? Try the mesh free smush painting method!

All of the painting is done within a contained plastic bag! This is especially a great craft idea for toddlers!

20. Love Code Bracelet

How cute is this love code bracelet?! I think it’s the perfect craft for kids who love coding….but also need a break from a screen!

21. Crystal Hearts Science Experiment

There just isn’t much better than turning a craft into a science experiment! It will get your kids fingers and creativity working, all while helping them learn!

The Crystal Hearts Science Experiment is the perfect Valentine craft turned experiment to do with your kids this year!

22. Valentine Hugs

I use to make these Valentine Hug crafts all the time when I was young, and they always made me so happy! It’s a very easy craft to make, and this tutorial even provides a free template you can use! I love free templates!

23. Pom Pom Love Bug Craft

Here’s another super cute and easy Valentines day craft idea that kids can do, make a Pom Pom Love Bug! It will only take a few minutes to whip up a few of these darling bugs, and they are super easy to customize just the way your child wants them!

Have Fun With These Easy Valentine Day Crafts for Kids!

I hope this articled helped you to find a few fun crafts to do with your kiddos this year. Crafting with kids is one of the best ways to make memories and build bonds. And, with the ideas listed here you won’t need to spend hardly any money at all!

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Valentine Gift Ideas For Her Under $10

December 27, 2020 By: Sweet Frugal Life6 Comments

Budget friendly Valentine Gifts to give.

Are you looking for the best Valentine Gift ideas for her?? I have you covered! There is no need to spend a fortune on gifts. I believe you can show your loved one that you care about her, without spending a lot of money.

Here are 10 Valentine Gift Ideas, all under $10 you can give to the woman in your life. If you are looking for some budget friendly valentine gifts for him check out this article.

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10 Valentine Gift Ideas For Her ALL Under $10!

1. Facial Sponge

I have been wanting to try this Facial Sponge with Activated Bamboo Charcoal for a while now. It is all natural and the reviews sound amazing and claim it is really beneficial at clearing up skin. I also really love that it is guaranteed, if you don’t like it you can return it for a full refund.

This would make a great valentine gift! Plus, it’s only $6.74!

2. Lavender Essential Oil

Another great gift idea for your special lady is this Lavender Essential Oil. The smell is perfect for a relaxing bath or to diffuse in the evenings. If you are shopping for someone you enjoys essential oil, this is a great buy!

3. Perfume

I love receiving perfume for gifts. It’s a luxury I rarely buy for myself, but absolutely love when someone gifts me some. You might consider buying this Versace perfume to gift to someone this year. It smells great and costs less than $8!

4. Book

If you are shopping for someone who loves to read, consider buying them a new book. The War That Saved My Life is a wonderful feel good book. You can get the paperback version for $6.89, which is a steal!

5. Phone Case

Another great Valentine Gift idea for her is to buy her a new phone case. I personally have this clear phone case and love it. Browse Amazon for a while until you find the right look for your special lady.

6. Gloves

It’s always nice to get a pair of new gloves during the cold months. These cute winter gloves are less than $10 and include touch screen fingers, so you can still use your touch screens while wearing the gloves. Yay!

7. Body Cream

What better way to pamper your loved one than with this Cocoa Butter Body Cream. It smells great and is the perfect consistency of soft and creamy! It is currently a great price at only $5.48!

8. Farmhouse Decor

Farmhouse decor is all the rage right now, and something many women would love to receive more of. This little blue lantern is really cute and less then $10! Yay!

9. Notebook

Are you shopping for someone who enjoys journaling? Maybe you could buy her a new notebook for journaling. This floral journal is so pretty and only $8.99.

10. Manicure Kit

A manicure kit is a great valentines day gift! It’s perfect for her to bring when traveling. Plus, it’s currently on sale for just $6.99!

In Conclusion

I hope this list helped you to find the perfect gift to give to someone you love this year. Finding great buys for a good price is my favorite type of shopping!

Remember, it’s not the price that matters, it’s the thought that counts. And, I truly mean this!

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20 FREE Valentine Date Ideas

December 18, 2020 By: Sweet Frugal Life4 Comments

Our favorite budget friendly valentine dates!

With Valentines Day just a couple weeks away my husband and I started brainstorming some free date night ideas. Valentines Day does not always have to be celebrated with an expensive dinner and fancy night out. There is no price tag on quality time spent with the one you love very most. And now, here is our list of 20 FREE Valentine Date Ideas.

I’m sharing a few of our favorite ideas below! Some are a little more romantic, and others are just plain old fun! There is a great date idea for everyone!

These dates are perfect for any date night, it doesn’t have to be on Valentines Day! I hope you find a new favorite!

20 Free Valentine Date Ideas

It’s possible to enjoy a fun date with your spouse…without having to spend any money! Here’s a few ways you can do it!

1. Candlelight Picnic

There is no need to go out to a fancy restaurant to have a candlelight dinner. You can set one up at home!

To make an at home candlelight dinner, just put a blanket on the floor and few candles set around the room. Make sure to cook your loves favorite dinner and enjoy eating and talking over candlelight.

2. Night Drive and Star Gazing

You might enjoy going on a long drive, just the two of you. This is a great time to talk without any interruptions.

Drive to somewhere secluded and wrap up in a blanket together and enjoy some star gazing from the back of your car. Use a star finder app to locate a few constellations.

3. Netflix and Chill

Who doesn’t love to Netflix and Chill???? This is a classic date, and for good reason!

All you have to do is set up some blankets and pillows in front of the TV. Enjoy snuggling together while watching your favorite Netflix shows.

4. Game Night

Another great free date night idea is to have a game night together. Pop some popcorn, get out your favorite snacks and crack open a few games. Let your flirty and friendly banter come out and enjoy a fun game night together with just the two of you.

If you are needing some fun, family friendly games, check out this article!

5. At Home Star Gazing

If you don’t want to go for a drive to look at the stars, you could do some star gazing at home!

Make it a little more special by stringing up some Christmas lights on your back porch and getting out a few blankets to snuggle in.

6. Stroll through Memory Lane

Get out old pictures and letters you may have written to each other. Reminisce about your first dates and talk about how special your love story is. This is a great way to rekindle the flame and to grow closer together as a couple.

Related: Cheap At Home Date Night Ideas

7. Cook Dinner Together

Do you or your significant other enjoy cooking? You might enjoy spending an evening cooking in the kitchen together!

Turn on some music and enjoy each others company while cooking dinner together. Light some candles in the kitchen to help set the mood.

After the dinner is cooked you can enjoy eating the nice meal together!

8. Couple Questions

Even after 17 years of marriage, I am still learning new things about my husband! It’s always fun to find out a new quirk or story from his past.

Find a list of couple questions, like this one, to ask each other. This is a fun free date night to see how well you already know each other and enjoy learning new details about your lover.

9. Roast Smores at Home

You don’t need a campfire to make smores! You can roast them right at home over the stove.

Make them into gourmet smores by adding peanut butter or nutella to the graham cracker! Yum!

10. Dessert Iron Chef

Play an at home version of Iron Chef. This is such a fun cooking competition game!

To play Iron Chef, pick a few “secret ingredients” that you both have to use in your dessert concoction. Set a time limit for each person to whip up the best dessert they can, all while using the “secret ingredients.” End the game by taking turns judging each others desserts.

11. Snowy Walk

If you live in a cold climate (like I do), Valentines Day usually includes snow. Use this to your advantage by taking a walk with your love out in the snow.

Try to explore a new trail or area you have never been before and enjoy the winter beauty together.

12. Comedy Night

Have an at home comedy night. Grab your favorite snacks and search you tube for funny videos or watch a comedian on Netflix, our favorite is always Jim Gaffigan.

13. Window Shopping

If you are wanting a free Valentines Date out in the town you might enjoy window shopping. This is a fun way to browse the stores, without having to spend money.

Make it a little more fun by picking out funny items for each other to try one. See who can find the funniest outfit and promise each other you will try it on no matter what!

14. Photo Scavenger Hunt

Another fun and free Valentines date idea is to have a date night photo scavenger hunt. Try to complete the list together, but give yourself a certain amount of time to make it more exciting. This date is always so fun!

15. Fondue Night

Have a fondue night at home by melting chocolate chips in the microwave. Enjoy good conversation together while dipping fruit and marshmallows into the chocolate.

16. Heads or Tails Drive

A heads or tails drive is a really fun date night idea! First, pack a picnic dinner into the car. Then, go for a drive using a coin to find your destination.

At every intersection flip the coin. If the coin lands on heads, turn right. If it is tails, turn left. turn right if it’s heads and left if it’s tails. Do this for 10-20 intersections and then enjoy eating the picnic together at whatever the destination ends up being.

Related: 10 Valentines gifts for him under $10!

17. Paint Night

Let your artistic side show with this free Valentines Date idea! Whip out the paints and a few canvases for you and your honey to paint on. Enjoy talking to each other while painting your individual masterpieces. I’m not very creative, but I do always enjoy this activity. It’s so soothing!

18. Video Games

Play a few video games together and let your competitive sides show with friendly banter and laughs.

19. Sledding and Hot Chocolate

Enjoy a fun night outside sledding together. End the night back home snuggling next to the fire while sipping hot chocolate.

Related: Easy Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe

20. Health Night

If you are looking for a physical activity to do on a date, consider doing some couples yoga together. You can find a lot of great, free videos on YouTube! Afterwards prepare a healthy dinner together and enjoy each others company while focusing on your health.

In Conclusion

There are so many ways to date your significant other, without spending any money. The most important part of a date is spending quality time together!

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Chocolate Dipped Valentine Cookie Recipe

February 12, 2018 By: Sweet Frugal Life22 Comments

Heart Shaped Cookie Recipe

We love making this easy valentine cookie recipe each year. My sweet kiddos always join in on the baking make these every February. They are the perfect cookie to give to friends and neighbors, or to eat yourself! The cream cheese gives the cookie a delicious shortbread flavor and the peppermint extract gives the cookie the perfect amount of light flavor. You must try this easy recipe!

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Easy Valentine Cookie Recipe

The first step to these delicious shortbread cookies is to mix your flour, sugar, butter, cream cheese, egg and peppermint extract together in a mixer. Beat well until mixed.

Add the flour and beat until mixed.

Divide dough in half. Roll each half of dough in saran wrap and refrigerate for a couple of hours.

After you are done chilling your dough, roll it out onto a lightly floured surface to 1/4 inch thick and cut with heart shaped cookie cutters. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake in a 375 degree oven for 7 minutes.

After baking let cookies cool completely. While they are cooling make your glaze by melting chocolate chips with butter in a saucepan over low heat.

Dip cooled cookies into chocolate glaze and place on wax paper or tin foil to harden. Once the chocolate has hardened, store cookies in a covered container in the refrigerator.

These are delicious!

Chocolate Dipped Valentine Cookies Cookie

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Ingredients

3/4 cup sugar
1 cup softened butter
3 ounces softened cream cheese
1 egg
1 tsp peppermint extract
3 cups flour
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup butter

Instructions

Heat oven to 375 degrees.
Mix sugar, butter, cream cheese, egg and peppermint extract in mixer until light and fluffy.
Add flour and beat until well mixed.
Cut the dough into two half balls.
Wrap the balls in ceran wrap and place in fridge for a couple of hours to chill.
Roll out dough to a 1/4 inch thick.
Cut with heart shaped cookie cutters and place on ungreased cookie sheet.
Bake for 6-7 minutes.
Cool completely.
For the glaze:
Melt butter and chocolate together in saucepan over low heat.
Once melted remove from heat.
Dip cookies into chocolate and let them sit on tin foil or waxed paper.
Store in refrigerator.

Enjoy this easy Valentine cookie recipe!

This has been our Valentine traditions for 15 years and I am so excited to share the recipe with your family! I hope you love them as much as we do!

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Check out these easy Valentine crafts!

Fun Valentine Day Craft Ideas

1. Clay Valentine Magnets

2. Panda Valentine Craft

3. Conversation Heart Bookmarks

4. Valentines Foam Pencil Toppers

5. Valentine Yarn Hearts

6. Heart Paint Chip Garland

7. Heart Suncatcher

8. Valentines Day Toilet Paper Roll Vase

9. Valentines Pom Pom Painting

10. DIY Valentine Felt Heart

11. Love Bug Toilet Paper Roll Craft

12. Origami Heart

13. Valentines Day Frame

14. Gnome Paper Craft

15. Love You To Pieces Wreath

16. DIY Heart Crayons

17. Tissue Paper Heart Craft

18. Popsicle Stick Heart Garland

19. Mess Free Smush Painting

20. Love Code Bracelet

21. Crystal Hearts Science Experiment

22. Valentine Hugs

23. Pom Pom Love Bug Craft

Have Fun With These Easy Valentine Day Crafts for Kids!

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Budget friendly Valentine Gifts to give.

10 Valentine Gift Ideas For Her ALL Under $10!

1. Facial Sponge

2. Lavender Essential Oil

3. Perfume

4. Book

5. Phone Case

6. Gloves

7. Body Cream

8. Farmhouse Decor

9. Notebook

10. Manicure Kit

In Conclusion

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Our favorite budget friendly valentine dates!

20 Free Valentine Date Ideas

1. Candlelight Picnic

2. Night Drive and Star Gazing

3. Netflix and Chill

4. Game Night

5. At Home Star Gazing

6. Stroll through Memory Lane

7. Cook Dinner Together

8. Couple Questions

9. Roast Smores at Home

10. Dessert Iron Chef

11. Snowy Walk

12. Comedy Night

13. Window Shopping

15. Fondue Night

16. Heads or Tails Drive

17. Paint Night

18. Video Games

19. Sledding and Hot Chocolate

20. Health Night

In Conclusion

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Heart Shaped Cookie Recipe

Easy Valentine Cookie Recipe

Chocolate Dipped Valentine Cookies Cookie

Ingredients

Instructions

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