Do something out of the ordinary by using paper plates for your valentines this year!
YES YOU READ THAT RIGHT!
You can use paper plates to make awesome handmade emoji-themed valentines to pass out to friends, classmates and even family this upcoming Valentine’s Day holiday!
Who says you have to go the traditional route?
Handmade is handmade and with paper plates being SUPER CHEAP, you are not only are you NOT breaking the bank, you are also DIY-ing some great pieces that will stand out from the crowd as well!
Paper Plate Emoji Cards
Using a simple PAPER PLATE to create the iconic shape of an emoji face and some heart shaped candies for the eyes, this DIY craft is super simple, really inexpensive but “oh so fun!”
These DIY pieces are super simple to make and sure to be loved by the lucky receivers! We are talking easy supplies and less than ten minutes to pull together! Then give away for a Valentine’s Day or just because!!!
So don’t delay – get the kids {and adults} involved and make some extra special pieces to gift to someone you love today!
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Looking for a fun and easy valentine craft project for your kids? These paper plate emoji valentines are the perfect way to add a little fun to your child’s classroom party!
Craft Supplies:
- Small White Paper Plates
- Yellow Craft Paint
- Paint Brush
- Pink Puffy Paint
- Black Puffy Paint
- Large Glue Dots
- Heart Shaped Chocolate Candies
Directions:
- First things first – paint your paper plates completely yellow. You will want ONE painted plate per valentine.
- Next grab your choice of craft paint. Draw on a smiley face on each plate.
- When done, set aside to let them dry completely.
- When ready to gift your Emoji Valentines, simply add TWO glue dots to your paper plate and attach your chocolate heart on top for the eyes. Repeat for each valentine.
- Then add other embellishments you see fit. Don’t forget to write a message on the back of the plates with a marker.
- Finally gift away!
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Make someone SMILE today with this crafty DIY idea!!!
We love sharing EMOJI themed craft tutorials on Glued To My Crafts! Be sure to check out our handmade card craft using cupcake liners to make the ironic face on paper!
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Paper Plate Emoji Valentines
Do something out of the ordinary by using paper plates for your child's valentines this year!
- 1 Small Paper Plate
- Yellow Craft Paint
- Red Heart Shaped Chocolate Candies
- Black Tulip Puffy Paint
Instructions
- First things first - paint your paper plates completely yellow. You will want ONE painted plate per valentine.1 Small Paper Plate, Yellow Craft Paint
- Next grab your choice of craft paint. Draw on a smiley face on each plate.Black Tulip Puffy Paint
- When done, set aside to let them dry completely.
- When ready to gift your Emoji Valentines, simply add TWO glue dots to your paper plate and attach your chocolate heart on top for the eyes. Repeat for each valentine.Red Heart Shaped Chocolate Candies
- Then add other embellishments you see fit and set aside to let it dry completely.
- Don't forget to write a message on the back of the plates with a marker.
- Finally gift away!
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