You know me – this #lazymom is always looking for quick and simple crafts to do with the kiddos. And this easy kid’s Valentine’s Day thumbprint craft was perfect to kill some time one cold and rainy afternoon. The kids loved it, it was easy to make (and clean up), and the finished product is cute enough to use as decor around the house! The most difficult part of the whole craft was getting Maddie to pose for a picture with the finished product. Girlfriend hates having her picture taken these days…
Easy Kid’s Valentine’s Day Thumbprint Craft
All you’ll need is a white canvas or some cardstock, scissors, tape (double-sided would probably work better), paint, and some extra paper to use for the hearts.
Start out by cutting some hearts of various sizes out of the extra paper. Arrange them on your canvas or cardstock. Tape them down using the double-sided tape.
Pick out a few different colors to use and have your kids go to town making thumbprints all over the canvas, being careful not to get paint up under the paper hearts. I also had my kids outline each heart with a bunch of fingerprints, so the hearts would really stand out. Once they’re finished, carefully remove the paper hearts and let dry.
Super simple and cute! This would make a great gift for grandparents or teachers, too.
Do you have any special Valentine’s Day traditions for your family? We’ve never focused too much on the holiday, but now that the kids are older, I’m thinking it would be fun to start some! Maybe special dinner dates or a special Valentine’s Day breakfast with heart-shaped pancakes.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Yes this grandmother wants one😃. It is really cute!