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Make a Valentine's Day Snow Globe

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Angela W. La Fon) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:30:12 EDT

Shake things up this Valentine's Day with a fun DIY snow globe.

Contributor: Angela W. La Fon
Published: Feb 02, 2012

Homemade Valentines from the Heart

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jody Bresch) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:16:43 EDT

Making our own Valentines is a long-standing tradition at the Bresch household that dates back half a century to when I was a child. It's educational, takes some commitment, requires some creativity, is a tiny bit messy and a lot of fun.

Contributor: Jody Bresch
Published: Jan 26, 2012

Thoughtful Do-It-Yourself Love Map for Travelers and Lovers

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Alexis Anderson) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:10:36 EDT

Don't agonize over what to get for that special someone for Valentine's Day. Try my fool-proof Valentine's Day Love Map. This gift is fast and easy to make, thoughtful and affordable.

Contributor: Alexis Anderson
Published: Jan 30, 2012

Valentine's Day Gift - Made with Love!

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Tiffany VanSickle) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:40:20 EDT

What child doesn't love finger painting?! Use that to your advantage this Valentine's Day for this easy homemade gift!

Contributor: Tiffany VanSickle
Published: Jan 30, 2012

Room Parent Tips: Unique Class Activities for Valentine's Day

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jaipi Sixbear) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:24:07 EDT

Are you an awesome room parent? Longing to organize a memorable Valentine's Day party for your kids class? Why not suggest one of these innovative class activities for Valentine's Day?

Contributor: Jaipi Sixbear
Published: Jan 23, 2012

Candy Cane Valentine's Day Cards: Recycled Candy Cane Crafts

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Angela W. La Fon) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:11:41 EDT

What’s red and white and still around come Valentine’s Day? You’ll “heart” these candy cane Valentine’s.

Contributor: Angela W. La Fon
Published: Jan 17, 2012

Homemade Valentine’s Day Gift: A Wonderful Vase of Ink Pen Roses & Chocolate Hugs

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (vln) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:33:23 EDT

A vase of roses that double, as ink pens are the perfect homemade Valentines Day gift.

Contributor: vln
Published: Jan 26, 2012

Home-Spun Coasters: The Perfect Homemade Valentine Gift

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Laurel A. Rockefeller) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:15:29 EDT

Drop spinning is one of the oldest textile techniques. With simple home-spun yarn, it's easy to make a classic gift your loved ones will cherish. Dye with food coloring and vinegar for a beautiful coaster that rivals anything bought in stores.

Contributor: Laurel A. Rockefeller
Published: Jan 25, 2012

Make a Ruffled Heart Lap Quilt for Valentine’s Day

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Agnes Farside) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:06:20 EDT

Do you want to make your sweetheart feel loved and warm this Valentine’s Day? Why not make them a ruffled heart lap quilt to snuggle under while watching their favorite television program.

Contributor: Agnes Farside
Published: Jan 23, 2012

How to Make a Valentine's Vignette in Photoshop

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Scott Szakonyi) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:13:08 EDT

It's easy to take an every day snapshot photo and turn it into a special Valentine's day gift for your loved one by adding a vignette. Follow these easy instructions to create a thoughtful, personal present for Valentine's day.

Contributor: Scott Szakonyi
Published: Jan 17, 2012

Valentine’s Day Gifts for that Special Man – Homemade Shaving Soap

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Kim Blakesley) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:13:25 EDT

A thoughtful gift for any man who shaves with a hand-held razor is homemade shaving soap. It is far better than any shaving soap on the market and leaves his face soft, smooth and purified.

Contributor: Kim Blakesley
Published: Jan 17, 2012

Make a Faux Fur Valentine Pillow Stack

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Cyndee Kromminga) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:01:04 EDT

For Valentine's Day sew up a batch of faux fur Valentine pillow stacks. They can be used as a holiday decoration or as a replacement to a stuffed animal on a child's bed. This project takes minimal sewing skills and a small amount of faux fur.

Contributor: Cyndee Kromminga
Published: Jan 17, 2012

How to Make Woven Paper Heart Placemats for Valentine’s Day

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Becca Swanson) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:03:03 EDT

A fun, colorful way to brighten up your dinner table this Valentine’s Day - a perfect craft for kids!

Contributor: Becca Swanson
Published: Jan 17, 2012

Turn Your Recycled Christmas Cards into Valentine’s Day Cards

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Becca Swanson) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:14:48 EDT

How to turn old Christmas cards into new Valentine’s Day cards, a perfect mix of recycling and creativity.

Contributor: Becca Swanson
Published: Jan 17, 2012

Vintage Crafts for Valentine's Day Under $10

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jo Hales) — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:08:13 EDT

Valentine's Day can mean more than chocolate and mushy cards. Go vintage this Valentine's Day and create something to be cherished.

Contributor: Jo Hales
Published: Dec 22, 2011

Make a Kissing Bird Valentine's Day Card

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Susan Caplan McCarthy) — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:02:13 EDT

The recipient of this card can make the paper birds appear to kiss by moving part of the card’s design that is really a lever in disguise. Make one of the two pattern ideas for your sweetheart or child on Valentine’s Day.

Contributor: Susan Caplan McCarthy
Published: Jan 18, 2012

Make a Decoupaged Lunchbox Desk Organizer

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Cyndee Kromminga) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:08:18 EDT

Beautify the surface of your work space and organize all your essential tools in a decoupaged, dome-shaped, lunchbox. The vintage, dome-shape of these lunchboxes allow room for a variety of desk accessories.

Contributor: Cyndee Kromminga
Published: Jan 20, 2012

Crochet a Romantic Rosebud Headband

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Susan Caplan McCarthy) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:45:55 EDT

Crochet this easy headband for an adult or a child; it makes a sweet fashion accessory for everyday wear or for a bride or flower girl.

Contributor: Susan Caplan McCarthy
Published: Jan 23, 2012

Snow Day Crafts: Junk Drawer Jewelry Projects

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Angela W. La Fon) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:01:13 EDT

Go from junky to jewelry in minutes with these crafty ideas.

Contributor: Angela W. La Fon
Published: Jan 17, 2012