Gifts from the Heart

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Want to show your love? Sure, store-bought gifts are great, but homemade gifts really show how much you care. This Valentine's Day, surprise your loved one with one of these DIY delights.

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Upcycled Jewelry

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Upcycle old paint chip samples from hardware stores or paint shops to create beautiful, funky pieces of custom-made jewelry!

DIY Pillow Cover

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Redecorate the smart way -- pillow covers are a fast, fun and easy craft that can transform a room with an artsy punch of color.

Photo Coasters

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Photo coasters are a lot of fun, and this tutorial helps you make a unique set of low-cost photo coasters. Craft some photo coasters with your child.

DIY Zen Garden

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Being a kid is hard work. Soothe stresses and calm fears with this DIY Zen garden -- all you need is sand, stones and a shoebox.

String Jewelry

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Combine winter charm with DIY fashion to create this lovely piece of jewelry.

DIY Hair Bow

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Upcycle an old dress shirt into artsy bow with just a few simple sewing techniques.

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Super Dad Shirt

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Help your child show Dad how super he is by making this homemade superhero shirt.

Homemade Potpourri

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Make homemade potpourri out of roses with your child!

DIY Chalkboard

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Make your own chalkboard to liven up a playroom, and encourage your child to practice writing and math!

Seashell Necklace Craft

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This seashell necklace lets you keep a piece of the beach with you. Help your crafty kid create this seashell necklace, the perfect summer keepsake.

DIY Garden Markers

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Teach your child the meaning of recycle and reuse by repurposing plastic spoons as plant markers for your vegetable garden.

Create a Family Coat of Arms

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A homemade coat of arms is a great way to get your child thinking about your family's values, and it makes a fun addition to the costume box as well!

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Make Your Own Postcard

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Teach your kindergartener or first grader about the art of correspondence by guiding him in creating his very own postcards out of favorite family photographs.