Make Your Loved Ones Smile With These Sweet DIY Valentine's Day Cards

For every person who loves doing sweet Valentine's Day activities, there's another who says it's just another Hallmark holiday, designed to get us to spend money on cards. But not you, not this year! Because you know there's no better way to get in the Valentine’s Day spirit than by crafting one-of-a-kind, made-with-love cards for all of the special someones in your life. Ahead, you'll find tons of super-sweet DIY Valentine’s Day cards that you can easily make and fill with cute Valentine's Day quotes to spread a little extra sugar this year.

From DIY date night coupons for your one and only Valentine, to girl power cards to accompany a Galentine's Day gift, there are ideas in here for every object of your affection. And if you love Valentine's Day puns, then you're definitely in the right place. Your loved ones will be blown away by your DIY mini noisemaker Valentines (get it?!) or any one of the other many punny cards in this collection. Post them online with cute Valentine's Day captions to spread the love of these DIY Valentines with everyone!

Celebrate your perfect match with these playful printable cards. If you're feeling extra sweet, pair yours with a homemade treat!

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SHOP CHEVRON STENCILS

Are you stuck on your boo? Then let them know it with this adorable Band-Aid-themed Valentine's Day Card made using an old box of Band-Aids. You can even include the bandages—for all your adventures throughout the year!

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SHOP BAND-AIDS

If you have a sweetheart whose love language is quality time, consider making these DIY date night coupon cards. This project really is the gift that keeps on giving.

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SHOP BAKER'S TWINE

This idea is a great way to make use of that stack of old magazines. Cut out your favorite pop culture icons and some mismatched letters to create one-of-a-kind cards that your celeb-obsessed friends will love. Bonus points for accompanying puns!

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SHOP SELF-ADHESIVE FOAM

Show you care with these adorable unicorn, sloth, and narwhal Valentines. These little guys are perfect for holding a small gift, like a pencil or a fun-size candy bar.

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SHOP VALENTINE'S DAY CANDY BARS

Your child's friends will be flying high when they receive these fun "you make my heart soar" Valentines, complete with little toy airplanes attached. A touch of hot glue works for attaching the plane.

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SHOP TOY PLANES

Say "Eye love you" with these cute sunglasses-themed cards. Make your card with real sunglasses or paint some on with glitter gel pens.

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SHOP GLITTER GEL PENS

Planning a Valentine's Day movie night with your loved one? Then these popcorn-themed Valentines will be just the ticket!

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SHOP POPCORN

These adorable "dynamite" Valentines are packed with love notes and pretty surprises that are sure to blow your loved one away! These cuties can be crafted from an old food container or a mailing tube.

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SHOP MAILING TUBES

Challenge your significant other to a flirty game with these printable tic-tac-toe Valentines. Include a bag of pink and red M&M's to play with.

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SHOP VALENTINE'S DAY M&M'S

These DIY Valentines get a big thumbs-up from us! Your kids will have so much fun using their little thumbs to make these cute Valentines for their friends.

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SHOP FINGERPRINT INK PADS

Make some noise for the one you love! And to really impress them with your word play, attach these cute little DIY party horns to cards that say "I'm blown away by you."

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SHOP PAPER STRAWS

Valentine's Day is for the birds—love birds, that is! These paper clip love birds are so cute, and easy to create using household items.

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SHOP PAPER CLIPS

How do you love your significant other/friend/child? These DIY cards will let you count the ways! The best thing about this project is that it allows you to add new heart-shaped love notes every day—not just on Valentine's Day.

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SHOP HEART-SHAPED POST-ITS

For a Valentine who's "the tops"! These printable cards feature colorful spinning tops and a clever nod to the hit '80s song "You Spin Me Round (Like a Record)."

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SHOP SPINNING TOPS

Is it just us or is Valentine's Day as much about celebrating puns as it is about celebrating love? Here's another punny, cute card that incorporates your greatest love of all (doughnuts).

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SHOP SPRINKLES WASHI TAPE

Show the special someone in your life that you're nuts about them with these cute DIY cards attached to candy heart-filled walnuts. You can even sand and paint the inside for an extra cute touch.

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SHOP WALNUTS

Tired of the traditional pink and red heart Valentine's Day Cards? For a fresh, modern take on Valentines, try these XO pop-up cards featuring a lovely gold, mint green, and blush pink color palette.

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SHOP PASTEL CARD STOCK

Share chocolate kisses with your Valentine by giving them these cute love bug cards. Just print out and add on the pipe cleaner antennae.

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SHOP PIPE CLEANERS

Who knew celery could be so sweet?! To make these DIY cards, just cut off the ends of a few celery stalks, brush paint onto the ends, and stamp away.

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SHOP PAINT

Help your loved ones de-stress this Valentine's Day with these fun coloring cards. Create your own custom design or use these free printables from The Craft Patch.

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SHOP COLORED PENCILS

Calling all '90s kids! These Valentines are inspired by the hit 1996 song "Lovefool" by the Cardigans, and they even include fool's gold (pyrite) for a touch that's sure to dazzle the object of your affection. Basically, you'd be a fool not to make these!

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SHOP FOOL'S GOLD PIECES

Everyone knows the way to the heart is through the stomach, so why not give your special someone a sweet "baked with love" Valentine? The secret ingredient? Homemade cookies, of course!

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SHOP HEART PUNCH

Back in the day, teenagers once "pinned" their sweethearts to show their devotion. Now, you can "pin" your significant other—or even just a friend—with these pastel printable cards. Just attach some cute pins and you're all set!

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SHOP HEART PINS

These pencil arrows make the perfect non-candy Valentine for kids to give their friends. You can use Valentine's Day-themed pencils for an added festive touch.

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SHOP VALENTINE'S DAY PENCILS

Dress your Valentine up in your love with homemade clay heart pins! Attach the pins to cute little cards for easy delivery.

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SHOP CLAY

Seal your Valentine's Day cards with a kiss—literally! All you need to create these cute kiss cards are card stock, some red lipstick, and of course, your lips!

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SHOP LIPSTICK

Even Mr. Darcy himself would ardently admire and love these Valentines! Made from homemade watercolor paper, these romantic Valentine's Day cards are sure to sweep your significant other off their feet.

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SHOP WATERCOLOR PAPER

Could these cards "bee" any cuter? Create a buzz this Valentine's Day with these bumblebee-themed cards, complete with Burt's Bees lip balm!

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SHOP BURT'S BEES LIP BALM

Everything's coming up roses this Valentine's Day, thanks to this romantic red rose-filled heart card. The paper flowers may look intricate but they're super easy to create, and they make such a sweet statement.

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SHOP CRAFT PAPER

Get your little ones in on the Valentine's Day fun by helping them finger-paint cards for grandma, grandpa, and everyone else on their list. This tutorial also teaches you how to make edible finger paint from flour, water, and gel food colors!

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SHOP GEL FOOD COLORS

If there's a better way than chocolate to show someone you love them to the moon and back, then we don't want to know about it. These moon-themed Valentines have yummy moon pies hidden underneath for a surprise treat for your sweet.

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SHOP MOON PIES

Perk up the coffee lover in your life this Valentine's Day with these cute, coffee-themed cards. And if you really want to impress your Valentine, The Merrythought also has a tutorial for roasting your own coffee!

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SHOP TWINE

These pop-up heart cards are a sweet and simple way to spread a little love on Valentine's Day. Use the downloadable template to create your cards on solid, patterned, or glitter paper.

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SHOP GLITTER PAPER

Share your true feelings with these 3D conversation heart Valentines. Their larger size means the object of your affection can also put them on display in their home for some festive Valentine's Day decora.

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SHOP TRANSFER TAPE

Celebrate your puppy love with these adorable "I woof you" Valentines!

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SHOP MARKERS

These DIY cards might be the best of the bunch! Let your loved one know you're bananas about them with these fun Valentines. Use this free printable or make your own cards using banana stickers or wrapping paper.

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SHOP X-ACTO KNIVES

Set hearts aflutter with these cute butterfly Valentines. Add a red or pink lollipop to the middle to sweeten the deal!

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SHOP CHERRY TOOTSIE POPS