Emily and I made these adorable little books from empty cereal boxes and deeply discounted craft supplies from Big Lots. The decorative paper, brads, and a complete Valentine rubber stamp set cost less than $5 combined. We will probably make several crafts from these materials combined with items from our Invention Kit. What better time of the year for a handmade gift than Valentine’s Day?
With some heart stickers, Emily turned her book into a number book. I numbered the pages 1-10, and she applied the corresponding number of heart stickers to each page.
I bound each book using a micro-hole puncher and some embroidery floss. Very simple!
Are you planning a handmade Valentine’s Day this year? I would love to hear about it! Leave a comment and share your ideas with us!
February 3rd, 2009 on 10:18 pm
These books are adorable. I’m going to try making some with my daughter tomorrow. Thanks for the idea!
February 4th, 2009 on 2:10 pm
Those books are so pretty! I’ll have to remember this for when Emma is a few years older…
February 4th, 2009 on 5:43 pm
Oh, I forgot to say, I want to make my daughter a felt mail set like you made for valentine’s day this year – it looks very cute and like something she would really enjoy. Thanks for the idea