Tweet tweet! You know what’s really exciting? Creating some one-of-a-kind crafts with your child! And with Valentine’s Day right around the corner, this Popsicle Stick Love Bird Kid Craft idea is sure to be a crowd pleaser AND it doubles as a festive “lovestruck” decor piece as well!!!

Not only is this particular red and pink Valentine themed kid craft a great way to spend the afternoon BUT it’s also really fun & great for children of ALL ages {even those crafty adults!}

PLUS it in-cooperates little handprints as wings, which I absolutely LOVE since it can be easily turned into a keepsake afterwards too!

So what are you waiting for? Let’s grab those inexpensive craft supplies and get to “flying” on this DIY craft! Happy crafting my friends!

Supplies:

* Jumbo Popsicle Sticks {3 per love bird}
* White School Glue
* Pink/Red/Orange Cardstock
* Valentine Decorative Scrapbook Paper
* Wiggle Eyes
* Red Craft Paint
* Paint Brush
* Paper Plate
* Scissors
* Pencil

Directions:

* First grab three popsicle sticks {three per love bird} and glue them together to look like a triangle. Set aside to let it dry completely. Repeat for each bird you want to make.
* Now grab the red craft paint. Squirt some on a paper plate and have children paint their popsicle stick frames completely red. Set aside.
* While those are drying, grab your Valentine scrapbook paper and cut a triangular shape that will be placed within the popsicle stick design & be the body of the bird. At this time, you should also trace your child’s hands on the pink cardstock and trim those out for the bird’s wings. Be sure to also cut out a small circle for the head, some long legs and a triangular nose out of the remaining cardstock.
* To finish off the Popsicle Stick Love Birds – have children glue the paper pieces and wings/head/nose in place on the popsicle stick shape. Once done, add other embellishments you see fit and set aside to let it dry completely before displaying proudly!

If you are looking for even MORE “lovestruck” themed 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!