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Valentine Cards & Tags

Create charming prints (for your Prince Charming) with these easy-to-make cards and tags.

By Amanda Kingloff from Parents Magazine

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    What You'll Need

    Foam grocery tray

    Scissors

    Pencil

    Paper

    Mirror

    Sponge paintbrush

    Tempera paint

    Construction paper, labels, or tags

    Plastic bags

    Candy


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    Step 1: Cut Tray & Write Note

    Cut foam tray to 3 by 4 inches. Have your child write a note backwards with pencil, pressing deeply into foam. (Write words on paper and hold up to mirror to see reverse text.)

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    Step 2: Paint

    Brush a thin layer of paint across the surface of the foam, covering it evenly from edge to edge.

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    Step 3: Print

    Press and rub paper, label, or tag on top of painted foam, applying some pressure. Peel back and let dry. Repaint before each print, changing color if desired. Attach to small bags of candy.



    Copyright © 2008. Used with permission from the February 2008 issue of Parents magazine.


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