Easy DIY Pop Up Valentine Cards For Valentine’s Day

In this guide, TeeNavi will demonstrate how to craft a DIY pop up Valentine cards, and also direct you to other creative ideas for Valentine’s Day cards. A Valentine’s Day card is an ideal expression of your affection. Discover the art of making DIY greeting cards specifically for Valentine’s Day with this straightforward tutorial. There’s a high demand for charming, handmade Valentine’s Day cards, so seize this opportunity to learn not just about pop-up cards but also other unique handmade card designs.

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1. Materials for DIY pop up Valentine cards

You will need some basic supplies, but as with all our tutorials, I encourage you to avoid unnecessary purchases and work with what you already have on hand!

• An A5 card was folded in half to create an A6 blank card (we used a pink one).
• Some white paper or construction paper – ours was 21cm long and 6cm high.
• Some red paper (enough to cut three medium-sized hearts) – you can have fun with different colors! Or you can doodle on your hearts instead with markers.
• Scraps for additional decorating if you wish.
• Scissors.
• Glue stick.

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2. Instructions pop up Valentine card DIY

These DIY pop up Valentine cards are easy to make, and you will NOT need a cutting mat or a craft knife! This makes it a great ‘safe’ craft. So, you can enjoy creating heartfelt greetings without the need for any potentially sharp tools. Gather the mentioned supplies and follow our step-by-step tutorial to craft beautiful pop-up Valentine cards that are both fun and safe to create!

2.1 Step 1 – Cut cardstock and hear the shape

• Begin by taking an A5 card and folding it in half to create an A6 blank card. If you’re feeling creative, you can choose a colored cardstock like pink.
• Next, take some white paper or construction paper. Cut it into a strip that measures 21cm in length and 6cm in height.
• Now, it’s time to prepare the red paper. You’ll need enough red paper to cut out three medium-sized hearts. Feel free to experiment with different colors if you prefer. Alternatively, you can use markers to doodle on the hearts for a personalized touch.
• Gather any additional scraps you’d like to use for decorating.
• Ensure you have scissors and a glue stick on hand.

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2.2 Step 2 – Making your pop up hearts

In this step, you will craft the charming pop-up hearts that make your DIY pop up Valentine cards special.

• Take the accordion-folded strip of white paper, that you prepared earlier.
• Now, it’s time to transform it into a pop-up element. Carefully cut half of a heart shape along the folded edge, ensuring that both sides of the heart are connected.
• When you unfold the strip, you’ll see a beautiful chain of interconnected hearts ready to pop up when the card is opened.
• These DIY pop-up hearts will add a delightful surprise to your Valentine’s cards, making them truly unique and heartfelt.

2.3 Step 3 – Decorating your hearts

Now that you have your heart shapes prepared, it’s time to make them truly special. Use your creativity to decorate each heart.

• If you have colored markers or colored pencils, you can use them to add vibrant designs, messages, or intricate patterns to the hearts.
• Alternatively, consider using stickers, glitter, or sequins to add some sparkle and texture to the hearts.
• You can also write heartfelt messages or quotes on the hearts to convey your feelings.
• If you have any scrap paper or fabric, you can cut out smaller shapes or designs and glue them onto the hearts for a layered effect.
• Don’t forget to personalize each heart differently if you’re making this card for someone special. Each heart can represent a different sentiment or memory.
• Take your time with this step, as it’s where you can truly express your creativity and make the card unique and meaningful.

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2.4 Step 4 – Paste heart and cover

• Apply glue to the back of one of your decorated hearts.
• Carefully place it in the center of the inside of your A6 blank card. This will be the pop-up element when the card is opened.
• Take the smaller piece of cardstock that you prepared earlier (the cover) and attach it to the front of the A6 card, covering the pop up Valentine card DIY.

2.5 Step 5 – Complete heart card

• Allow the glue to dry thoroughly.
• Carefully fold the A6 blank card along the center crease, ensuring the decorated heart is on the inside.
• Press down firmly to secure the fold.
• Open the card gently to reveal the pop-up heart, which should now stand up when the card is opened.
• Check the positioning of the pop-up heart and make any necessary adjustments.
• Ensure any additional decorations or messages inside the card are well-placed and visible.
• Close the card, and your DIY pop up Valentine cards are now ready to be given.

Your pop up Valentine card DIY is now complete! When you open the card, the heart will pop up as a delightful surprise.

3. DIY heart pop up Valentine cards

A step-by-step guide on how to create charming DIY pop up Valentine cards featuring heart pop-up designs. You’ll adore making these easy-to-craft DIY heart pop Valentine cards, which are not only perfect for Valentine’s Day but also make delightful Wedding Day cards.

3.1 Supplies needed

We’ve concentrated on keeping the process of creating these pop up Valentine cards super simple. The inside of the card features even more hearts, and you have the flexibility to switch out the colors for customization. You can grab some markers and pens to doodle and, of course, add some lovely messages. In essence, all you need to craft these charming DIY pop up valentine cards are:

• 2 sheets of A4 paper, each cut into 4 squares (approximately 15 x 15cm each).
• Red paper and optional patterned paper for additional decoration.
• A glue stick.
• Scissors.

3.2 Step by step

In this guide, we will walk you through the steps to craft your own heartfelt and personalized Valentine’s Day pop up card DIY. These cards are perfect for expressing your love and creativity on Valentine’s Day. So, let’s get started and learn how to make DIY pop up Valentine cards that will surely impress your loved ones!

• Step 1: To begin creating your homemade pop up Valentine cards, start by taking a square piece of paper and fold it in half once, and then in half again in the other direction, forming a diagonal cross-fold. This will result in a smaller square that serves as the foundation for your DIY pop up Valentine cards.
• Step 2: Cut out the heart shape for your Valentine’s Day pop-up card DIY. Place your heart template on the square paper, ensuring that the bottom of the heart aligns with the center of the square. Carefully trace the heart shape onto the paper and proceed to cut it out. When you unfold the paper, it should resemble a four-leaf clover, providing the base for your Valentine’s Day pop-up card DIY.
• Step 3: To create the DIY pop-up hearts, fold the bottom right corner over to the bottom left corner while keeping your index finger at the center of the square, forming a tucked-in triangle. Open the sheet, ensuring neat creases, and then cut halfway along the top-middle fold.
• Step 4: Cut out red hearts for your Valentine pop up card DIY using your second heart template. Cut out three red hearts for each quarter of the paper, totaling 12 hearts.
• Step 5: Attach the pop-up heart elements by folding one of the red hearts in half and applying glue to the side with the diagonal fold. Secure it onto the paper. Proceed to glue the remaining red hearts in their designated positions.

• Step 6: Assemble the pop-up sections of your Valentine’s Day pop-up card DIY. Apply glue to the top left corner square and attach it to the top right corner square, creating the first pop-up fold. Repeat this process to create three additional pop-up folds. Then, glue three sides of these sections together, leaving the final flap unglued and open. Ensure that when you stack all four sections on top of each other, the folded-in heart is consistently at the bottom and properly aligned.
• Step 7: Your DIY pop up Valentine cards are now complete! Congratulations on successfully creating the pop-up hearts for your personalized Valentine’s Day pop-up card DIY, ready to be shared with your loved one.

In this guide, TeeNavi has provided you with step-by-step instructions on crafting your very own DIY pop up Valentine cards. These cards are a beautiful way to express your affection on Valentine’s Day. Happy crafting, and may your handmade cards bring smiles to the faces of your loved ones on this special day!

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