Valentine's Day is one of the most controversial holidays for Russians. In our country, some people fundamentally do not celebrate Valentine’s Day, which came to us from Catholics. Others, on the contrary, are waiting for a romantic holiday to confess their feelings or even propose. In any case, gifts for February 14 will delight even the most inveterate skeptics - of course, if you choose as a gift something that the person will definitely like.
And if your loved one doesn't want to celebrate the holiday citing its Catholic history - or family and friends refuse to accept a gift for the same reason - just tell them that for more than 50 years, neither Valentine's Day nor even Valentine itself have no relation to the Catholic Church.
Content:
- History of the holiday: what date is Valentine's Day celebrated and why? Briefly about the history of the holiday
- Valentine's Day in Russia
- Gifts for a guy
- Gift for your girlfriend
Necessary tips
To enhance the effect of a gift, come up with an unusual way to give it! It is important to consider the degree of intimacy in your relationship. If you are going to give a gift to your boyfriend, whom you have been dating for a long time, or your beloved husband, then you don’t have to limit your imagination in any way.
- At night, while he is sleeping, lay out a path of hearts or petals to the gift box.
- Place notes in the room to help you find a gift, or draw a whole map indicating the location of the surprise.
- Send an SMS with congratulations and a riddle about the gift that you will give when he guesses it.
- Tie a gift to a balloon and stick it outside the window. Your loved one will have to try hard to get it!
- Send a courier to your loved one's work to deliver a gift.
- The original way is dressing up! Rent a costume of a nurse, policeman or secretary and... put on a whole performance for him and present a gift!
- If you only dream of your chosen one becoming your boyfriend, then Valentine's Day is a very good reason to hint to him about it. In this case, the gift should be discreet and express only your sympathy. To hand it over, you can leave it on your desk if you are work colleagues.
- Don’t be afraid to come up and simply congratulate the person you like on the holiday by handing over a small gift.
- A good option is to congratulate first via the Internet, and then, if you receive a return congratulation, set up a chance meeting.
Remember that February 14th comes only once a year, and if you miss such a good chance to express your feelings, you will have to wait a long time for the next opportune moment! And it doesn’t really matter what exactly you give for Valentine’s Day - on this day attention, affection, care and love are most valued! For your loved one, of course, it is important that this is not an “on-duty” purchase, but an individual item chosen specifically for him. Try not to disappoint!
History of the holiday: what date is Valentine's Day celebrated and why?
Valentine's Day is celebrated on the same date every year - February 14th, regardless of the day of the week. The holiday in the Russian Federation is unofficial, as in other countries of the world.
According to legend, it was on the 14th of February that St. Valentine was executed, secretly marrying lovers whose marriage was prevented by circumstances. But historians are sure that the beautiful legend has nothing to do with reality.
Briefly about the history of the holiday
The emergence of a holiday associated with love between a man and a woman dates back to the times of ancient Rome. Then the celebration was called Lupercalia and was of a purely rational nature, without a hint of romance: on February 14, men whipped women with leather belts, and it was believed that this ritual had a beneficial effect on female fertility.
With the advent of Christianity, Lupercalia, like other pagan holidays, was replaced by other holidays. February 14th is the day of remembrance of St. Valentine, supposedly a martyr who refused to betray Christ and was executed in 1260. The martyr was not associated with either fertility or secret weddings, but the two events gradually merged into one, and during the development of romantic literature in the 14th century, the date February 14 became Valentine's Day.
In 1969, the Roman Catholic Church removed the holiday from the calendar. Since then, Valentine's Day has become an exclusively social event. The date is still celebrated all over the world, even in some Muslim countries, for example, Iran and Pakistan.
Valentine's Day in Russia
No matter what some people say about their attitude towards the “not our” holiday, in general, Valentine’s Day in Russia is celebrated willingly. According to public opinion research, 81% of Russians aged 18-24 actively celebrate Valentine's Day, and more than 50% of citizens over 24 are at least neutral about the holiday.
There is often an opinion that Valentine’s Day in Russia began to be celebrated for the first time in the nineties of the last century, when imitation of the West became fashionable, but this is not entirely true. Indeed, the holiday began to be celebrated on a grand scale around the mid-1990s, but Valentine’s Day was celebrated even earlier - nobles in the Russian Empire wrote confessions to their lovers on February 14 and held balls in honor of the holiday, despite condemnation from the Orthodox Church.
Nowadays, Valentine's Day in Russia is celebrated in the same way as throughout the world: lovers and friends accept congratulations from each other, exchange valentines, souvenirs and more significant gifts. Handmade gifts are especially popular.
An interesting fact: in the Orthodox Church there are still days of remembrance of St. Valentine, falling on July 19 and August 12, but no one associates these dates with romantic and friendly relationships between people. Another Orthodox analogue of Valentine's Day is the All-Russian Day of Family, Love and Fidelity, celebrated on July 8, and so far the date is not celebrated as actively as on February 14.
Gifts for beauty - 10 best options
Even the most beautiful girl strives for perfection. Some beauty gifts will always be useful:
- Bath cosmetic set.
- Certificate for a beauty salon.
- High-quality set of manicure tools.
- Manicure set (lamp, several polishes, files, glitter and stickers).
- Set of matte lipsticks.
- Beautiful and large eyeshadow palette.
- Makeup brush set.
- Household appliances for hair styling.
- Hydromassage bath for pedicure.
- Set for home spa treatments.
Often such “female things” scare men who don’t understand them. Store consultants, friends and your beloved’s mother will come to your aid. Giving such gifts is acceptable if the relationship between a man and a woman allows it. When a loved one gives a certificate for a visit to a beauty salon, the recipient of the gift has a double opinion and fears arise that something does not suit him.
Gifts for February 14: how to make a choice
Now on February 14th it is customary to congratulate not only other halves, but also friends, parents, brothers, sisters and other relatives. Whatever your relationship with the person you are going to give a gift to on Valentine’s Day, try not to make a mistake when choosing a gift:
- “The best gift is the one made with your own hands” - they once said so, because there was no choice in stores and you had to prepare gifts yourself. Nowadays, on the contrary, the choice is too great, and a gift created with one’s own hands acquires special value: when a person spares no time and effort to please a lover or friend, it is always pleasant. You can bake a cake, draw a portrait, knit a scarf, and do much more with your own hands. If you are completely far from handmade, attach a postcard made by yourself to the main gift - most likely, it will be inferior in execution to store-bought valentines, but it will perfectly demonstrate your love.
- Choose a gift that might come in handy. For example, sports equipment for an athlete, a sewing kit for a needlewoman, car accessories for car enthusiasts and other similar gifts.
- Receiving a beautifully wrapped gift is doubly pleasant. Ask the seller to wrap the gift, or make your own gift wrapping from wrapping paper with fancy ribbon.
- You can present a gift in an original way, for example, by organizing a quest to find a gift - on your own or with the help of professionals.
- A good gift doesn't have to be expensive. Particularly romantic people will be happy with a bunch of heart-shaped balloons or posters with declarations of love no less than flowers, sweets, and other standard surprises.
Give a gift to your peace of mind - stop worrying about your children or elderly relatives. Always know where they are, listen to what's going on around you, and quickly communicate even when your phone is on silent with the Where Are My Kids app.
Erotic dance for a loved one
There is no man who would not imagine his beloved in beautiful underwear, performing a dance for him alone. February 14th is a great occasion to make this dream come true. Video lessons or professional choreographers in the studio will help you learn to dance.
For the surprise to be a success, it needs to be complemented with beautiful and sexy underwear, a romantic atmosphere in the room and the right music. Representatives of the fairer sex can please their beloved men not only by dancing, but also by revealing outfits and performing with elements of striptease.
What to give a man for Valentine's Day
A gift for a man on Valentine's Day depends on the nature of your relationship: of course, various signs of attention will be appropriate for your beloved man, friend and colleague. What you can give for Valentine's Day to different men in your life - win-win gift ideas in the table below:
Gifts for a guy
You can give your boyfriend a romantic or practical gift, depending on the preferences of your chosen one. Gift options for a guy on February 14, which do not lose popularity from year to year:
- home-made or purchased cakes, cookies or other sweets - taking into account the specifics of the holiday, treats can be chosen in the shape of hearts;
- a jar with confessions, for example, “I love you because...”, “You are the best because...” - an already decorated jar can be bought in a store or you can decorate a suitable container yourself;
- a set with good tea or coffee - for connoisseurs of these drinks;
- creative surprises - your own song, poem, portrait of a loved one;
- fashionable, not too personal accessories - glasses case, belt, umbrella.
For husband
A girl can give her husband more frank - or, conversely, very practical - gifts on February 14 than other men, just ask her husband in advance about his wishes. Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Husband:
- warm bathrobe;
- heated slippers are a convenient accessory for the home or office, rechargeable via USB and mains power;
- tickets to an event that is interesting for a man, be it hockey, football or theatre;
- joint portrait with her husband;
- bed linen with an erotic plot.
For father, brother, friend
What to give male relatives and friends for Valentine's Day - examples:
- glasses with engraving, for example, personalized ones;
- thermal mug with an unusual image;
- computer accessory: mouse, mouse pad, flash drive;
- a certificate for a store, or a certificate for a haircut, or for extreme entertainment - at the choice of a relative or friend;
- a T-shirt with a themed print - if you are sure that you will not be mistaken with the size.
For a colleague
For male colleagues on February 14, neutral gifts would be appropriate:
- cufflinks - personalized ones are possible;
- driver's seat massager or other useful car accessories;
- car wash certificate;
- Coffee cup;
- ashtray.
For a classmate
You can give a gift to a classmate in a friendly way or with a hint of sympathy, for example:
- personalized pen, souvenir pencil, notebook or other original stationery;
- printed T-shirt;
- phone case;
- homemade valentine;
- heart-shaped cookies.
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Gift box with set for men
A young man will certainly appreciate this stylish surprise in gift wrapping. The set includes a towel, handkerchief and an elegant bow tie. Such a universal gift is suitable not only for February 14, but also for any other occasion.
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Bed linen set “Wonder Woman”
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What to give a woman on February 14
A gift for a woman on Valentine's Day can be either just a nice token of attention or a truly useful thing. But even if you decide to give the lady a set of saucepans, it wouldn’t hurt to complement the gift with a themed card or a box of chocolates.
Popular gift ideas for girls and women on Valentine's Day:
Gift for your girlfriend
If your relationship lasts quite a long time, ask the girl directly what she would like to receive for the holiday. And if you have been dating not so long ago or the girl is embarrassed to say about the gift she wants, give one of the most popular gifts for women on February 14:
- jewelry, for example, jewelry: bracelet, ring, pendant;
- a joint photo shoot or a photo shoot just for a girl;
- a certificate to a store (cosmetics, perfumes, jewelry, etc.) or to a beauty salon - depending on the girl’s preferences;
- a living flower in a beautiful pot;
- cups decorated with hearts.
For the wife
What to give your wife for Valentine's Day:
- Jewelry;
- warm blanket - you can choose a model for two;
- going together or with the whole family to an event that is attractive to the spouse: to the theater, to the cinema, to bowling, etc.;
- aromatic oils for massage;
- bean bag chair for two in the shape of a heart.
For mom, sister, friend
Options for surprises on February 14 for relatives and friends:
- accessories for a computer or phone: headphones, flash drive, phone stand;
- a master class related to the hobby of a relative or friend: handicrafts, cooking, art, etc.;
- a set of decorative candles;
- personalized mug;
- funny pajamas in the shape of an animal - a cat, a bunny, a penguin.
For a colleague
You can give a female colleague:
- a fruit basket is a universal gift for both those with a sweet tooth and those who watch their figure;
- teapot with a stylish design;
- anti-stress toy;
- gift sets of coffee or tea;
- composition of chocolate or candies.
For a classmate
What to give to a classmate for Valentine's Day to demonstrate friendship or romantic sympathy:
- unusual stationery: magnetic bookmarks with thematic images, a fountain pen, a set of stickers;
- magnetic photo frame;
- soft toy - a separate medium-sized toy or a bouquet of small soft toys;
- jewelry box;
- fortune cookies.
How to surprise your partner without spending a penny
Nice words every day
Send words of love to the one in your heart throughout the week.
A note hidden in your jacket pocket or purse on Monday, a little surprise under your pillow on Tuesday, a love text on Wednesday, etc. Remind him of your feelings for him every day.
Massage
Give each other a massage. You can use aromatic oils. And the massage can smoothly transition into a stormy night.
Playlist of favorite songs
Make a playlist of love songs and send it to your partner.
Walk around the city
You can simply go for a walk around the city or in the park. Hold hands as if you were on a first date.
Evening at home
Or you can just sit on the couch at home and watch romantic films. Or take a day off and lie in bed all day, relaxing, watching movies, playing games.
Culinary master class
Organize a master class at home on how to prepare a dish. You can prepare a common dish together. Or you can compete and cook different things. And then treat each other.
You can use products with an aphrodisiac effect: oysters, dishes based on ginger or nutmeg, desserts based on honey or chocolate.
Inexpensive gift ideas
Even if you don’t have the opportunity to reinforce your feelings with an expensive present, please your loved ones with gifts that will fit into a modest budget. Inexpensive gift options for Valentine's Day:
- paired keychains;
- a mug with a heart-shaped thermal sticker that changes color depending on the temperature of the liquid poured;
- photo album;
- flowers;
- Balloons;
- house slippers - the same for yourself and for your significant other;
- mittens for lovers;
- gloves for using touch devices outside the home;
- a box with the gift recipient's favorite sweets;
- knitted cover for a cup - can be given along with the cup.
Finally, if you don’t have any money at all, you can arrange a romantic walk through the city’s memorable places for both of you!
TOP 20 best gifts for your beloved guy
Men love affection and care no less than girls. But what is important to them when giving a gift is not aesthetics and packaging, but practicality and originality. They will appreciate it if their loved one remembers their favorite hobby and associates a gift with it. They will definitely enjoy something new and unusual.
What to give a guy for Valentine's Day:
- Erotic board game.
- Watch.
- A gift set of nice little things in a boarded up wooden box.
- Favorite perfume.
- High-quality alcohol in gift packaging.
- A bouquet of sausages and cheeses for beer lovers.
- Gift set of underwear from a popular brand.
- Car accessories.
- Stylish cufflinks.
- Hookah.
- Expensive pen with engraving.
- Personalized mug.
- Leather wallet.
- Expensive belt.
- Personalized leather document organizer.
- Gaming mouse or keyboard.
- Glowing headphones.
- Mouse pad with an inscription or photo.
- Stones for cooling drinks.
- Beer glass.
The list of what to give your loved one, in addition to female attention and affection, is large, but you should always pay attention to his interests and needs. Among the romantic gifts for a guy on Valentine's Day: a trip to the spa, explicit dance and unusual sex, with elements of role-playing play.
The most original options and DIY gifts
It's not so easy to make original gifts when most people already have everything they need. But you can still try to surprise your loved one!
The most original Valentine's Day gifts for men:
- beard and mustache care kit;
- foot hammock;
- breakfast table;
- helicopter or paragliding flight;
- a paracord bracelet that can be turned into a strong rope - for men who are passionate about extreme sports.
Original gifts for February 14th for women:
- original jewelry, for example, made in the shape of an animal with which the girl is associated, or with an engraving of an important date for the two of you;
- a set of healthy sweets: nuts, honey, marshmallows - especially appreciated by women who watch their diet;
- collage of the best photos together;
- heart-shaped umbrella;
- Flash drive pendant in the shape of a heart.
Those who want to impress their soulmate can choose a proven option - give a gift made with their own hands; their loved one will certainly not receive a second such gift. DIY gift options for February 14:
Valentines
A Valentine card created by yourself can become the main gift or an addition to the main surprise. In any case, the recipient will keep the hand-made valentine, while the purchased card will most likely gather dust on a distant shelf. You can make a Valentine card from available materials: paper, felt, wood, and any others.
Video instructions for creating valentines:
- three-dimensional valentine made of colored paper
- corrugated paper
- from felt
Heart shaped cake or cookies
Even if you don’t have culinary skills, making a cake for Valentine’s Day is very simple: cut out hearts from the prepared cake layers, coat them with sweet filling (whipped cream, condensed milk, jam), sprinkle grated chocolate on top, and the cake is ready.
Making heart-shaped cookies is also quite simple, one of the recipes:
Hand-knitted clothes: sweater, hat, scarf
Video congratulations
Beautifully designed using a video editor - you can record a video, create a movie from postcards of other recordings, or use photographs.
Bracelet
You can make your own bracelet using any technique you know. The simplest version of a rope bracelet can be achieved even by those who have never done anything like this before:
Inexpensive cool gifts for him and her a large list of ideas
A limited budget is no reason to despair. A good gift can be cheap. Little surprises as a gift for your loved one:
- chocolate figures;
- fruit bouquet;
- home slippers with an animal;
- original photo frame;
- keychain with a joint photo;
- mug with photo printing;
- cute passport cover;
- phone case with a photo or inscription;
- bright original socks;
- handmade soap in the shape of a heart;
- musical card;
- block of chewing gum “love is...”;
- original key holder;
- a set of scented candles;
- a jar of fortune cookies;
- calendar with declarations of love;
- refrigerator magnet with photo;
- paired bracelets or pendants;
- set of cupcakes;
- chocolate card;
- a large lollipop in the shape of a heart or a bear.
If the gift is supplemented with an original delivery, accompanied by a cute card and gentle words, then no one will even think of estimating its value.
What you should definitely not give for Valentine's Day
Gifts that may embarrass the recipient or even cause a quarrel if their delivery has not been discussed in advance:
- animals, including small ones, for example, aquarium fish - a person may not be ready for such responsibility;
- clothes or underwear - it’s easy to make a mistake with both the size and style;
- dishes and other kitchen utensils for women;
- a gift that the recipient will certainly not be happy about: for example, a hockey ticket for a girl or a certificate for a manicure for a man;
- personal hygiene products, perfumes, cosmetics.
What gifts should you not give to superstitious people?
Socks
A woman should not give socks to her husband or boyfriend, it is believed that he can leave. Socks can also cause arguments within the family.
Pearl
This tradition comes from Greece, where pearls were a symbol of widowhood and orphanhood. This is why young women should not give jewelry with pearls. Or at least take a coin in return.
Knives or sharpened objects
According to legend, giving a knife to a loved one will weaken your ties. Don't give a knife to people you love or accept money in return.
Handkerchief
A handkerchief is a sign of farewell and a bad omen, as these items are used to wipe away tears.
Wallet
An empty wallet as a gift predicts extreme poverty. Therefore, put coins or bills there.
Watch
The clock symbolizes the countdown of time, it is a symbol of time that passes. The clock predicts early old age or death.
Although we are no longer in the Middle Ages, some still believe in these signs.
How to give a gift and spend Valentine's Day
Celebrating Valentine's Day can be remembered by your partner more than the most expensive gifts - just use your imagination and put in a little effort!
How to spend February 14th - ideas and tips:
- a girl can prepare a private dance for her beloved by purchasing a suitable costume in advance from a specialized store;
- a romantic walk on the roof of a house - of course, if the roof of the building is suitable for walking - will impress anyone, and fireworks launched from the roof will effectively complete the festive outing;
- arrange a quest for lovers with adventures, tasks and finding gifts - you can organize the quest yourself or delegate the preparation to specialists if you don’t have enough time;
- spend the day in an unusual way: ride horses or in a limousine, or simply go to the nearest neighboring town to wander along unfamiliar streets and see unusual places;
- Decorate your significant other’s room or your shared room: with balloons, posters with declarations of love, garlands with hearts strung on them.
Love and be loved every day. And let Valentine's Day remain another reminder of how important it is to please the people you love and love most!
Gift ideas for the most original gifts for your loved one
All proposed options must be rehearsed and prepared in advance. Most importantly, always use the element of surprise!
“Balls of happiness” outside the window or behind the bedroom door
Can you imagine what a surprise it will be when your other half, just waking up, suddenly sees a huge “bouquet” of multi-colored balls outside the window or right outside the bedroom door?
You can also place gel balloons directly on the bedroom ceiling, above the bed! Attach a beautiful note with a compliment to each balloon string. Let your beloved read the best words about herself from the very morning!
Congratulatory telegram
At the time of Valentine's Day celebration, a personalized telegram arrives at your beloved's address!
This needs to be taken care of in advance.:
• contact Russian Post, where this service is provided. • ask friends to “play along” and act as a postman with a notice of receipt of the telegram. • with the help, again, of friends and girlfriends, from different phone numbers, with some frequency, send good wishes and congratulations on Valentine's Day!
Festive flash mob and shopping: two in one!
To organize this surprise, you can agree with a local theater artist, or a friend of appropriate appearance with a great sense of humor and sociability.
1. You need to dress the artist in a Cherub with wings, in a wig with golden curls, complementing the image with a bow and arrows of “love”.
2. Visit your beloved’s favorite “Shopping Center” or supermarket in advance. Talk with the management that when your loved one arrives, an “angel” will fly around the hall, her favorite song will play, and they won’t take money at the checkout (of course, pay a certain amount in advance).
Can you imagine the surprise of your beloved, who, upon coming to the store, will hear her favorite song everywhere, see a joyfully flying Cherub, and even at the checkout they won’t take any money from her?!
3. The same thing can be adjusted in the next store, or repeated in the “Communication Salon”, “Beauty Salon”, etc.
Photo in an unusual place
You need to negotiate with a nearby store and display mugs with a photo of your significant other, notebooks with her photo, sofa cushions, and so on in the window. Some of them can also be placed on the shelves of this store. Entering the store together, you will see first surprise, and then admiration in the eyes of your beloved!
Billboard with a picture of your beloved and a declaration of love!
You can order an advertisement for a billboard, for example, in front of her or your house, or along the usual route from your loved one’s home to work. How nice it is when the whole city knows about your feelings!
How to choose a good romantic gift for Valentine's Day
So, what is important to consider when choosing a Valentine's Day gift for your loved one? First of all, this is, of course, the theme of the upcoming special day. We are talking about a romantic holiday, which means your gift should be the same: sentimental and sweet.
Note that a correctly chosen congratulation is an excellent opportunity to tell a person about the depth and strength of your feelings. This is also a unique opportunity to confess your love if you have not yet done so. In general, the main thing here is your imagination and no routine or boredom - after all, it has absolutely no place in your love relationship.
Separately, I would like to draw your attention to the fact that Valentine’s Day is one of those very holidays when the time comes for the most romantic gifts for Valentine’s Day, but practical and useful gifts almost completely lose their relevance.
Her one point is money. Recently, they have become increasingly popular as gifts for various holiday occasions. And this is not at all surprising, because it is for money that a person can always choose an excellent gift for himself according to his own taste. Nevertheless! It is in this case that an exception should be made. For such a tender and romantic holiday as February 14, money will be too ordinary and even a rude present. You should definitely choose and buy a romantic gift for Valentine’s Day personally for your loved one, spend your time and energy on it, and try to guess. In general, pay attention to the lesson and, thus, demonstrate how important it is for you to truly please your soulmate.
Top 6 ideas for a romantic evening
Our ideas for a romantic evening on February 14th will impress even a stone, let alone your significant other! The best sign of attention is to arrange an unforgettable romantic evening together... or with close friends.
- Striptease evening
Organize a trip to a strip club with your loved one. Enthusiastically put banknotes into the panties of beautiful dancers and wink at them slyly. After this, the night with your lover will not be boring!
Or take a strip dance class and give your man an evening of dirty dancing. Demi Moore, and that's all!
- Surprise Party
Hang your apartment with balloons in the shape of hearts, call your friends who can cleverly hide behind the sofas and shout “Love until death!” when your significant other enters the room... but seriously, just throw a surprise party, call your closest friends and arrange evening of romantic competitions.
- Dinner on the roof by candlelight
Introduce yourself as Carlson and organize a wonderful dinner on the roof. Great idea! Listen to romantic music by candlelight, admire the sunset and... confess your love to each other.
- Arrange a walk around the place of first meetings and dates
This is a great idea for a romantic date on February 14th.
- Ride through the city at night in a carriage and with white horses
Who said that knights on white horses are extinct? It’s just that now they dress in tuxedos instead of iron armor, and instead of carrier pigeons they call on their cell phones: “Hello, my love, I’ve arrived. You can easily find me - I’m in a white carriage under your windows.”
- Hot Air Balloon Flight
Admire the city next to flying swallows, reach out to the clouds with your hands and scream “I love you!” with all your might. Romance, romance, romance...
Master class of souvenirs for February 14th for children
I want to tell you right away that I will soon publish other ideas for gifts and crafts for this day on this blog. So, if anyone is interested, add the site to your bookmarks and visit me at least occasionally, because there are still a lot of holidays ahead).
The most basic activity that can be done with children is painting with paints, that is, applying painted palms to a large Whatman paper. You can even hang this miracle on a stand or bulletin board and write different wishes, if such a newspaper is made at school.
If you approach this issue more seriously, then you can offer children such funny little mice from cardboard.
We will need:
- scissors
- cardboard or paper
- felt-tip pen
Stages of work:
1. Make blanks so that the children can then use them to make one larger heart, which they cut in half, this will be the body. Two medium and four small.
2. Glue the largest halves together. Do the same with the middle blanks; they will make a stand. From the small ones, glue on the ears. Draw a nose and eyes, and don’t forget about the mouth.
I suggest making an applique with your child, because it develops fine motor skills and creative imagination. You can do this even in kindergarten, even at school. The main elements will be hearts. And here’s what you can lay out and glue, for example a butterfly.
Or a cat, a mouse and even a bunny.
The main thing is that it resembles someone’s image, some animal or animal.
Then you can make felt toys using a stencil. You can look at the finished blanks here and use them for your work, I showed them there in paper form, in principle there is nothing complicated, you can do it yourself.
It will be amazing if you cut and sew a soft toy (a cat in love or a cupid.).
Well, in conclusion, you can make a general craft in the form of a photo frame or like a wreath, using a sea of red hearts. Decorate with beads or a scrapbooking kit.
