Engage their imagination and treasure memories with this simple and sweet Love Bug Photo Ornament craft. Perfect for kids to make and gift!

Valentine’s Day isn’t just a celebration of romance; it’s a time to spread love and cheer among all, especially the little ones in our life!
Crafts are a fantastic way to share the spirit of love and creativity with children. Engage their imagination and treasure memories with this simple and sweet Love Bug Photo Ornament craft. Perfect for kids to make and gift, this craft is bound to be a hit this season!
Craft Supplies:
- Free Printable – on our landing page
- White Cardstock Paper
- Crayons, Markers or Coloring Pencils
- Scissors
- Clear Contact Paper
- Loose Craft Glitter
- Single Hole Punch
- Ribbon or String
- Printed Picture
- Embellishments
Directions:
- First things first – download the free ladybug printable listed above in the supply list.
- Print out the provided file on a single sheet of white cardstock paper {or any colored paper instead!}
- Go ahead and color in the ladybug design however you like.
- Now use scissors to trim it out. Go ahead and also cut out the circle design in the middle as well.
- Next up – cut two equal sized piece of contact paper.
- Peel the backing off of one piece of contact paper and lay it down, sticky side up, on your work surface.
- Lay the present cutout on top of the contact paper, facing towards you.
- Trim down your picture so it fits inside the ornament. Lay it inside the design.
- If desired, sprinkle some loose craft glitter now on top, to fill in blank spots and add some sparkle.
- Now peel the backing off the second piece of contact paper and lay it on top of the first.
- Use your hand to make sure everything is sealed together and that no bubbles exist.
- When ready, use scissors to trim off the excess contact paper from around the edges.
- For the final touch, add embellishments for a customized look.
- Then hold punch a hole on top and string some string through it for easy hanging.
- Then display/gift away proudly your child’s beautiful ladybug photo ornament piece!
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Creating this Love Bug Ornament is more than just a fun activity; it’s about spending quality time with your children and fostering a love for handmade keepsakes. The moments you share while crafting will become as precious as the ornaments themselves, hung proudly for all to see or given away as heartfelt gifts.
So, this Valentine’s Day, scatter love like confetti and watch the little faces light up with pride as they show off their Love Bug Photo Ornaments. Enjoy the smiles, the sparkle, and the glue-sticked fingers, because these are the moments to cherish.
Remember to share your creations on social media with the hashtag #gluedtomycrafts to inspire other families. And don’t forget to have a camera on hand to capture the magic of crafting together—after all, those are the snapshots of love that endure well beyond the season.

Love Bug Ladybug Photo Ornament
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