Handmade Valentines cards are fun to make and today we have the cutest Monster Valentines Card printable and tutorial to share with you. This pink Valentines Monster card is so stinking cute.
We have a few Valentines cards for kids here on the Inspiration edit. Enjoy!
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Why You'll Love This Craft
- Silly & Sweet: These goofy monsters are more cute than creepy—perfect for spreading Valentine giggles!
- No Candy Needed: A fun, sugar-free way to celebrate—parents and teachers will thank you.
- Perfect for Class Parties: Kids will have a blast making and handing out their monstrously fun creations!
Handmade Valentines Cards for Kids
This is an easy and simple craft idea for kids and they can make these cards for their friends or a family member or maybe for a parent.
Valentines is not too far away. What will you be making with the little ones?
What You Will Need
- Coloured Cardstock
- White Cardstock
- Scissors
- Googly Eyes
- Glitter Heart Shapes
- Black Paint Pen
- Coloured Paint Pens
- Glue
🖌️ How To Make A Monster Valentines Card Idea
- Step 1: Download and print the monster template and word template. Tip: Use cardstock to print the monster template. Cut out both templates and set the word template aside. Trace the monster template onto coloured cardstock.
- Step 2: Cut the monster out.
- Step 3: Cut thin strips of white cardstock. Cut small nails and glue onto each finger of the monster. Allow the glue to dry completely.
- Step 4: Glue a glitter heart shape onto the belly of the monster. Glue the hands on top of the heart. Glue googly eyes onto the monster. Allow the glue to dry completely.
- Step 5: Use paint pens (or markers) to draw stripes, dots or whatever you want onto your monster to give it a little bit of personality.
- Step 7: Glue the monster onto white cardstock.
- Step 8: Glue the cut out word template above or below your monster.
Your card is ready to make someone smile! 🙂
Click Here to Download Your Monster Template
And now for our Yellow Monster Valentines Card! Check it out!
💡 Pro Tip: Consider adding a small pocket inside the card to hold a sweet note or a tiny treat for an extra surprise.
🧑🎨 Expert Tips for Monster Valentines Cards for Kids
- Use High-Quality Cardstock: Opt for sturdy colored cardstock to ensure the monster holds its shape and durability.
- Precise Cutting: Carefully cut out the monster template and word template to maintain clean edges for a polished look.
- Add Texture: Glue glitter heart shapes onto the monster's belly to add sparkle and dimension.
- Detailing: Use paint pens or markers to draw stripes, dots, or other patterns on the monster to give it personality.
- Secure Attachments: Allow glue to dry completely between steps to prevent pieces from shifting.
- Personalize the Message: Customize the word template with a heartfelt message to make the card unique.
💭 FAQs
To make this fun and colorful card, you'll need colored cardstock, white cardstock, scissors, googly eyes, glitter heart shapes, a black paint pen, colored paint pens, and glue.
After cutting out the monster template, glue googly eyes onto the monster's face. Then, use a black paint pen to draw a mouth and cut out white teeth to glue onto the mouth.
Cut thin strips of white cardstock to create small nails, gluing them onto each finger of the monster. Then, glue a glitter heart shape onto the monster's belly and place the hands on top of the heart.
Once the monster is decorated, glue it onto a piece of white cardstock. Then, glue the word template above or below the monster to complete the card.
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Monster Valentines Cards For Kids
Materials
- Coloured Cardstock
- White Cardstock
- Scissors
- Googly Eyes
- Glitter Heart Shapes
- Black Paint Pen
- Coloured Paint Pens
- Glue
Instructions
- 1. Download and print the monster template and word template. Use cardstock to print the monster template.
2. Cut out both templates and set the word template aside. Trace the monster template onto coloured cardstock. Cut the monster out.
3. Cut thin strips of white cardstock. Cut small nails and glue onto each finger of the monster and allow the glue to dry completely.
4. Glue a glitter heart shape onto the belly of the monster.
Glue the hands on top of the heart. Glue googly eyes onto the monster. Allow the glue to dry completely.
5. Use paint pens (or markers) to draw stripes, dots or whatever you want onto your monster to give it a little bit of personality.
6. Draw a mouth onto the monster. Cut white teeth and glue onto the mouth.
7. Glue the monster onto white cardstock. Glue the cut out word template above or below your monster.
Your card is ready to make someone smile!
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I'm having trouble downloading the templates for the 2 monster valentines cards.
They're so cute! I'd love to use them!
Can you send me the link?
The link has been fixed 🙂