Colin loves to exchange cards in his class on Valentine’s Day every year. But I wanted him to be able to give something else besides candy or sweets with it. (I have shared our past valentines here, including mini notebooks, fun DIYs, cake pop holders and Star Wars lightsabers.)

This year we decided on using playing cards. This is awesome because it is useful but inexpensive! I have a free download for you below, and a video showing how we put them together…

Here is a free download for you to create your own playing cards valentines. Just download and print you you are ready to go!

I love the idea of giving the kids something useful. And these are so fast to put together!

You can find great deals on playing cards – as low as ~$.50 each. You can find many at your local drug or dollar store.

I also added a bit of Wink of Stella shimmer and Glossy Accents shine to the hearts…

(A big thanks to Kelly Adams for giving me the idea of using the “you are the real deal” when I put out a request on Twitter.)

Have a great day!