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A card, game, and candy treat in all in one—this little diy project creates the perfect Valentine package for the kids to give out to their friends at school. And I kinda think the adults will like it too, especially if you throw a few extra M&M's into theirs. You can make up enough Valentines [...]
What could be simpler this Valentine's Day than giving friends candy adorned with a little tag? These You Are Sweet gift tags can be used with any treat you wish to share. They are perfect for kids' classroom Valentine exchanges, or for party favors. You may download your free printable tags at the bottom of [...]
These sweet little cards are so easy to make with just a few materials. They are perfect for the kids' Valentines, party favors, or friend gifts. You can use any wrapped heart candy for the center. I used Reese's Peanut Butter Cups since I already had some on hand, but you can make them with [...]
As February 14 approaches, you might still be looking for Valentine ideas for yourself or the kids that do not involve more candy. How about giving pencils or pens to your friends this year? This "you've got the write stuff" tag is so easy to make and slides write onto the pencil. You may download [...]
Not every Valentine's Day gift has to be candy or flowers. How about giving pretty little bars of soap this year? It is so easy to create beautiful packaging for any bar of soap using my antiqued collage sheet and simple paper heart embellishments. It is a wonderful idea for bridal shower favors, teacher gifts, [...]
Like all American children, I grew up exchanging little Valentine cards with everyone in my class each February 14. I especially loved the years when the teacher let us make 'mailboxes' out of shoe boxes. I always covered mine with tissue paper flowers. The more the better. At the end of the day, when I [...]
The tradition of giving small gifts of affection on Valentine's Day dates back centuries. And what could be more perfect than a sweet treat in packaging you made yourself? I designed these A Little Treat for Someone Sweet tags to make it easier. I attached mine to little brown paper bags filled with chocolates. You [...]