This Valentine’s heart surprise craft is a fun and easy project for kids. The heart folds up to hide a sweet message or picture inside, and then opens to reveal the surprise. Children will enjoy coloring, folding, and decorating while making something playful and special.
It’s perfect for Valentine’s Day cards, classroom activities, or a simple gift for family and friends. The steps are simple, the supplies are easy to find, and the finished craft brings smiles when the hidden surprise is revealed.
Materials Needed:
- Printed heart surprise templates
- Safety scissors
- Glue stick or tape
- Crayons or markers
- Optional: cardstock for sturdier backing
How to Make a Heart Surprise Craft:
- Step 01: Color the pieces
Let kids decorate each heart and the hidden Valentine surprise image using crayons, markers, or colored pencils.
- Step 02: Cut out the rectangle
Carefully cut along the outer rectangle shape to separate the craft from the template.
- Step 03: Fold and align
Fold the paper along the top dashed line. Then bring the folded edge down to the bottom dotted line and align it neatly.
- Step 04: Reveal the surprise!
Open the Heart flap to uncover the hidden Halloween character inside!
Templates:
Click here to get the FREE PDF template: Download ( Printable )