
Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with your kids while making heartfelt, creative crafts that double as memorable gifts.
One craft idea that checks all the boxes—fun, meaningful, and easy—is today’s Valentine’s Day popcorn box photo ornament!
This simple project lets kids create a personalized keepsake that their friends, teachers, or family members will treasure. Plus, it’s a wonderful way to introduce kids to crafting and teach them about giving thoughtful gifts.
Craft Supplies:
Before you start, gather the materials to ensure the crafting process goes smoothly. Most of these are common items you likely already have at home or can easily pick up from a craft store.
- Popcorn Ornament 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 “you make my heart POP” 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 popcorn box design however you like.
- 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 Valentine’s Day inspired popcorn photo ornament piece!
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Recreating our Valentine’s Day popcorn box photo ornament with your kids is more than just an afternoon activity. It’s a way to bond, share a laugh, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you gift this handmade keepsake to a loved one or hang it up in your home, it’s guaranteed to spread love and happiness.
Are you ready to get crafting with your little one? Gather your supplies and start creating your memory-filled Valentine’s ornament today!
Happy Valentine’s Day, and happy crafting!
