Crafty friends – there is no need to be scared!!! Make adorable and kid friendly Valentine’s Day themed “monsters” with our simple step-by-step tutorial today!!!

These Craft Foam Valentine Monsters are super easy to make and it’s the perfect excuse to get “messy” with the kids this afternoon! Then use your finished pieces as party decor, pretend play pieces or even gift them away as clever Valentine’s for your child’s classroom!

So gather those supplies and make a WHOLE army of them today! Happy crafting my friends!!!

Valentine Monsters Kid Craft Supplies:

* Large Craft Foam Hearts {affiliate link}
* Cardstock {most importantly white for the fangs!}
* School Glue
* Scissors
* Small Wiggle Eyes
* Glitter
* Pipe Cleaners
* Pom Poms
* Stapler
optional – embellishments like buttons, rhinestones etc.

Directions:

* One craft foam heart will make ONE Valentine monster.
* Just like you would decorate a face, have children think of how they would decorate their craft foam heart like a monster face.
* First you will want to bend in half and twist your pipe cleaner for the antennas. Staple it on the top of the craft foam heart, preferably on the back for a seamless look.
* Next grab your cardstock and scissors. Cut out facial features from it. We did pointy triangular teeth and scallop punched eyes. Children can also cut out funky ears, hair, noses etc.
* To finish off your Craft Foam Monsters, have children glue their cardstock pieces and pom pom noses in place on the front of the craft foam heart. Then have them add any other embellishments they see fit {like a mouth made out of glue and glitter} before setting it aside to let it dry completely. Repeat for each monster you want to make!
* Remember to encourage children to really add their own crafty spin along the way!!!

If you are looking for even MORE heart themed kid craft ideas, be sure to check out our Valentine’s Day tab. And “if” you decide to make this craft, please share a picture on our Facebook page for us to see. We love seeing our inspiration come to life!