As I mentioned last week, I’m not a huge lover of Valentines Day. But that wasn’t going to stop me from crafting with R + M. Is there any gift better than something homemade? I think not. Here are three crafts that are {somewhat} toddler friendly.

1. Rhinestone Handprints

Be honest. Baby handprints never get old right? But here is a new way to commemorate them.

Just outline your child’s hand on a mini canvas in pencil.

Next, fill it in with rhinestones attached with glue. So simple but so sparkly and adorable!

2. Ombre Glitter Handprints

Here’s another way to spruce up a handprint. Instead of using finger paints, paint your child’s hand with Mod Podge {be sure to have a wipe nearby for quick clean up}.

After the print is on the canvas, sprinkle with glitter in an ombre pattern.

Once the glue is dry {wait at least an hour}, remove and brush excess glitter.

3. Finger Paint Hearts

Mason really hates having his hand prints done. Although he might not be destined to be a craft blogger like his mom, he does like to get his hand dirty. That’s why I invented this finger print heart project just for him. Instead of worrying about his perfect print, I let him swirl the paint in a heart shape. Win win for everyone!

Just let them dip their fingers into finger paint and swirl into desired pattern or shape on the canvas.

See, he’s a much happier camper…

Happy crafting, happy V-day and thank you to my very patient models….

xoxo,

Niki

3 Responses to “Valentines Day Crafting”

1. alyson says:

   February 12, 2013 at 1:53 pm

   love that rhinestone handprint and SO easy! Pinning.
2. Beckie says:

   February 12, 2013 at 7:57 am

   Fun and very cute idea! I love the colors of those rhinestones-very pretty! Thanks for sharing Niki and to your models too! Happy crafting!
3. Colleen says:

   February 11, 2013 at 9:30 am

   I love this!! To tallying doing this with the kids!! Thank you!!