Today’s Paper Bowl Valentine Puppy and Kitty kid craft idea is actually inspired by some classroom valentines I saw in the most recent catalog from Paper Source {seriously love that store!}
As I was flipping through the pages {in came in the mail yesterday} I was instantly inspired to take their idea but make it more KID FRIENDLY! #gluedtomycrafts
Valentine Puppy and Kitty Made From Paper Bowls
Although I made my valentine puppy and kitty with small paper bowls, this idea would probably also work with small paper plates.
Since I didn’t have any smaller paper plates on hand in my craft supplies {those New Years resolutions are still going strong about not buying new stuff!} I decided to go this direction. I kinda like the “3-d” look from the paper bowl but you can of course change this idea up as need be <— that’s what I love about my tutorials!
Anyways – the full step-by-step directions for these adorable pieces are below! I hope you get some crafty Valentine DIYs knocked out this weekend with the kids or perhaps maybe you decide to bring this to a Valentine’s Day party so more people can love it! Whatever you decide – I hope Glued To My Crafts inspired it!
Happy crafting, my friends!! Don’t forget to follow us on Pinterest so you never miss a new idea from us!
RELATED POSTS: Puppy Valentines and Paper Plate Valentine Holding Puppy
The Craft Supplies:
- Small Paper Bowls {one per Valentine’s Day craft}
- Colored Cardstock Paper
- Craft Foam Heart {one per Valentine’s Day craft}
- Craft Paint {any color but think tons of red, pink and purple}
- Paint Brushes
- Markers
- Handheld Office Stapler
- Basic Craft Scissors
- School Glue
- Large Wiggle Eyes {two per Valentine’s Day craft}
Directions:
- First, if you like, paint the back side of your paper bowl however you like {like brown for a puppy!}
- Set aside to let it dry a bit.
- While that is drying, cut out some ears, half-circle paws {two} and optional facial pieces from the colored cardstock.
- Now it’s time to staple the craft foam heart to the paper bowl to give the look of your friend holding it. This might take some tweaking, so I suggest an adult does this step.
- Once the heart is in place, staple/glue the cardstock ears and paws in the designated spots on the paper bowl.
- Finish off your Paper Bowl Valentine Friends by adding embellishments {like wiggle eyes} to give them life and personality.
- Then display proudly for all to see!
- Don’t forget to snap a few pictures to share with us on our Facebook page afterwards!
RELATED POST —> Craft Foam Heart Valentine Puppies
Are you by chance looking for just one more craft idea for Valentine’s Day? Be sure to also check out our Craft Foam Heart Unicorn post that is also another FUN activity to bring to the party this year!!! #gluedtomycrafts
Paper Bowl Valentine Puppy and Kitty
Supplies:
- Small Paper Bowls
- Craft Foam Hearts
- Cardstock Paper
- Craft Paint
- Large Wiggle Eyes
Instructions:
- First, if you like, paint the back side of your paper bowl however you like {like brown for a puppy!}
- Set aside to let it dry a bit.
- While that is drying, cut out some ears, half-circle paws {two} and optional facial pieces from the colored cardstock.
- Now it's time to staple the craft foam heart to the paper bowl to give the look of your friend holding it. This might take some tweaking, so I suggest an adult does this step.
- Once the heart is in place, staple/glue the cardstock ears and paws in the designated spots on the paper bowl.
- Finish off your Paper Bowl Valentine Friends by adding embellishments {like wiggle eyes} to give them life and personality.
- Then display proudly for all to see!
- Don't forget to snap a few pictures to share with us on our Facebook page afterwards!
