Instructions for Crafting Crayon Heart Valentines
In the spirit of Valentine's Day, here's a fun and creative DIY project for heart-shaped crayon Valentines. This craft, shared by Ashley from Cherished Bliss, is perfect for a Valentine's Day Party at school or for personal gifting.
To make these heart-shaped crayon Valentines, you'll need the following materials:
- A "You Color My World" printable (available for free by entering your name and email address)
- Broken or old crayons, peeled of their paper wrappers
- A heart-shaped silicone mold
- Oven (preheated to around 250°F or 120°C)
- Card stock
- Scissors
- Stapler
- Crayon hearts (instructions provided below)
Creating the Heart-Shaped Crayons
- Gather your old or broken crayons and peel off their paper wrappers.
- Break the crayons into smaller pieces if needed.
- Place the crayon pieces in a heart-shaped silicone mold.
- Preheat your oven to around 250°F (120°C).
- Bake the crayons in the mold for about 10-15 minutes, or until fully melted.
- Let the crayons cool completely before popping them out of the mold.
Designing and Using a Free Printable Valentine Card
- Search for a free printable heart crayon Valentine card online.
- Print the Valentine cards on cardstock for added sturdiness.
- Cut out the printed cards to size.
Assembling the Valentine
- Attach the heart-shaped crayon to the printable Valentine card using glue dots, double-sided tape, or a ribbon or string.
- Optionally, write a personalized message or child's name on the card.
- Fold the printable in half and staple over the top of a 3''x4'' plastic bag.
For additional inspiration and assembly ideas, consider watching related TikTok craft videos demonstrating heart-shaped crayon projects. If you'd like a decorative crayon box to gift the heart crayons in, there are SVG templates and assembly guides available on sites like Etsy (not free, but customizable).
Once you've created your heart-shaped crayon Valentines, the kids will surely enjoy using and loving these handmade Valentine cards. Happy crafting!
[Note: The link to download the "Color My World" printable will be sent to your email address after you enter your details.]
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