Celebrate the month of love with your child by making a Valentine's Day craft. Lowcounry Child asked Sandra Walsh, second-grade teacher from Hilton Head School of the Creative Arts, for an easy, affordable and fun art project anyone can do. Heart necklaces, made with Elmer's Glue, yarn and a little bit of glitter, make great homemade kid gifts for far-away grandparents or friends.

Below are step-by-step instructions, along with a video. Click and print here to save the craft for a later date. 

These animals are all made out of hearts. They can be used for homemade Valentines or just for fun.

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These make great gifts for grandparents!

This beautiful centerpiece is sure to grab people’s attention as they learn what your family is thankful for.

Show your friends and family what you are thankful for with this creative centerpiece.  I have a three year old and there wasn’t too much for him to help with this craft.  He did tell me what he was thankful for and he enjoyed playing with the turkey when the craft was complete.

My 2.5 year old really enjoyed this craft, although there wasn’t too much that he could help with. He did help with the glue, but I did the pipe cleaners. He liked the finished product so much that he wanted the turkey to sleep in his bed!