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10 Non-Candy Valentine Ideas

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Valentine’s Day is a time when people express their love and affection for one another, often through the exchange of cards, flowers, and sweets. If you have a child who celebrates Valentine’s Day, you may find that they come home with a large amount of candy on this holiday.

This can be overwhelming and may not be the most healthy option. To address this issue, you may want to consider sending a non-candy Valentine with your child. Non-candy Valentines are a great way to show your love and appreciation for someone without relying on sugary treats. In this article, we will share 10 ideas for non-candy Valentines that are perfect for almost anyone on your list.

Check out these Little Valentines day trinkets you can label and gift too.

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1- Valentine Fruit Tags from Craftaholics Anonymous

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2- Popcorn Valentine from See Vanessa Craft

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3- Color My World Printable from Crazy Little Projects

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4- I Wheelie Like You from Creating Really Awesome Fun Things

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5- You Blow Me Away Printable from The Girl Creative

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6- Have A Ball from Love The Day

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7- Rainbow Loom Bracelet from Hey JenRenee

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8- Sip! Sip! Horray! from Bargain Briana

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9- Love Bug Valentines from Dandee Designs

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10- Heart Glow from Kommunicated

Here are 10 more ideas for non-candy gifts to give on Valentine’s Day:

  1. A bouquet of flowers is a classic Valentine’s Day gift that is sure to be appreciated. Choose from a variety of flowers, such as roses, lilies, or daisies, to create a special arrangement.
  2. A heartfelt card or letter is a simple, yet meaningful gift that shows you took the time to express your feelings in writing.
  3. A cozy blanket or throw pillow is a practical and comforting gift that will be appreciated all year round.
  4. A potted plant is a living reminder of your love and can be enjoyed for years to come.
  5. A book is a great gift for the reader in your life. Choose a book that you think they will enjoy, or one that holds special meaning for both of you.
  6. A piece of handmade jewelry, such as a necklace or bracelet, is a unique and personal gift.
  7. A scented candle or essential oils set can create a relaxing atmosphere and add a touch of luxury to their home.
  8. A gift certificate for a massage or spa day is a thoughtful way to help your loved one relax and unwind.
  9. A cooking or baking class is a fun and interactive gift that allows your loved one to learn a new skill and create delicious meals.
  10. A subscription to a favorite magazine or streaming service is a gift that keeps on giving throughout the year.

 

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  1. the link to the wheelie valentine does not work. I did find it at craftingfunthings

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Fall Sensory Ideas for Kids

A few years ago I shared some pumpkin themed sensory activities for kids, but I wanted to get a little more general and do some fall sensory ideas that can take you from Halloween al the way to Thanksgiving. 

Playdough is a classic sensory activity, especially if kids can help make it, too. These playdough recipes from The Montessori Twin Mama are fall colored and scented with cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice and apple pie spice (I honestly don’t know what the difference is!). Or try this fun maple playdough from Happy Toddler Playtime.

Throw together some cookie cutters, googly eyes and other fun things to make an easy fall playdough tray (similar to what I did on this Halloween playdough activity). 

How about some fall themed slime? Natural Beach Living gave a basic slime recipe a fall twist with food coloring and glitter. Leaf shaped sequins make it even more fun. Little Bins for Little Hands also has a cinnamon slime, which is great for fall but can also carry you all the way through Christmas. 

Raising Wild Things Sensory has some great easy to make fall themed sensory bottles, which you can add fall things to, or pompoms or whatever kind of I spy items you might want to include. They also have a fun apple moon sand sensory bin that has me wondering if you could add something scented to moon sand (I always hated the smell!). 

And of course there are all kinds of sensory bins you can make for fall. I like this apple picking one from Happy Toddler Playtime that uses fake leaves and little apple toys. It has the added challenge of trying to pick the apples up through a mesh of branches — kind of like a low-tech game of Operation!

You can also do a short-lived sensory bin with real leaves, or use any kind of beans, brown rice, oats or lentils to make your base. Some more great ideas can be found at Fab Everyday. Their post includes some specific Halloween and Thanksgiving themed sensory bins, too. 

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