This DIY Valentine’s Craft is easy to make and a fun idea Valentine’s project to do at home or in the classroom.
This Valentine’s Day Craft can also help raise Autism Awareness- Piece of My Heart Valentine’s Day Craft.
Piece of My Heart Valentine’s Day Craft
With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, I have a fun and easy craft that the kids (and adults) can do.
This super frugal Valentine’s Day craft will look adorable on the fridge or hung around the home.
I like using puzzle pieces since they are also the Autism symbol.
Reading What is High-Functioning Autism is a great way to help you understand this mental illness!
So, this craft serves two purposes:
- An easy DIY Valentine’s Day Craft
- Raising Autism Awareness (And Autism Awareness Month is coming up in April)
But first, let’s tackle this Piece of My Heart: Valentine’s Day Craft.
Supplies needed:
- Puzzle Pieces
- Craft paint in a choice of color
- Hot glue, glue gun
- Paintbrush
- Ribbon or twine for hanging
Directions:
1. Begin by assembling your heart first. Before adding any glue, arrange the puzzle pieces into a heart shape.
This is a great way to get an idea of the size of the heart you want and perfect the shape.
2. Now, start adding the glue. Glue one piece at a time and reassemble it into the heart shape.
3. Apply the paint once your glue is dry and your heart is complete. It is easiest to paint the plain cardboard side. It takes the paint nicely.
4. Apply two coats and allow to dry. Finish by attaching a ribbon or twine for hanging.
Stella Lee@ Purfylle says
I love how different this is for a valentines gift. great idea.
Kezzie says
How funny I should read this the day I got my annual letter and progress letter through from the National Autistic society (I am a sponsor) – I love this idea- I actually have a jigsaw shaped paper/card punch so I might use it to try this!x
Creative Mama Renee says
I beautiful and meaningful Valentine’s day craft! I would love if you added this to our Valentine’s Day Spring Craft Blog Hop #SCBH2015 party!