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Valentine Cards & Tags

By Amanda Kingloff

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

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What You'll Need

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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

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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

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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

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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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