50 Best Valentine’s Day Boxes to Hold All Your Love Notes
These darling DIYs are fun for all ages!
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The art of love letters isn't lost—at least on Valentine's Day. Whether you're writing or receiving one from a friend, family member, or that special someone, a cute and thoughtful Valentine is definitely one of the highlights of the holiday! But once the chocolates are eaten and the rose-scented candles are blown out, you might wonder what to do with all those adorable heart-covered cards. If you're left with a sentimental stack, why not keep them safe in a darling DIY Valentine's Day box? These charming little boxes are the perfect place to store your treasured Valentine's Day treats and Valentine's Day cards. Plus, many of them make for fun and easy Valentine's Day crafts to keep the kids entertained!
Here, you'll find plenty of creative Valentine's Day box ideas, whether your little one is obsessed with unicorns, monsters, or hot air balloons. Or maybe they simply want something festive and covered in hearts. The best part? Most of these tutorials call for recycled materials and inexpensive craft supplies. Making these adorable boxes together is also a great way to get artsy when coming up with fun, family-friendly Valentine's Day activities.
Some of these ideas can also be used to contain a gift or homemade sweets for your own Valentine! Why settle for a gift bag? They could also double as whimsical Valentine's Day decorations to place around your house for a touch of festive charm. So without any delay, read on to find the perfect DIY Valentine's box for kids (or adults!) of any age.
Celebrate Valentine's Day with these ideas:
Painted Valentine Box
Unleash your creative side with a pretty painted Valentine box! This tutorial starts with a wooden tissue box with a handy slot for all your cards. Then, get creative by painting red cherries, pink stripes, or any other Valentine's Day motifs!
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
Mermaid Valentine Card Box
Think outside the (Valentine's Day) box with this mythical Valentine card box. The scales and tail come together with blue square scrapbook paper and pre-cut paper circles glued to a plain white card box. It's perfect for all the mermaid lovers out there!
Get the tutorial at Alice and Lois.
Personalized Heart Valentine Box
This customizable card or gift box is cute enough to be used year-round! The heart-shaped box is made from paper mache, and the colors and names can be personalized with stencils and acrylic paint. Talk about a Valentine's Day gift from the heart!
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
Paper Plate Valentine Mailbox
Who knew paper plates could make such sweet Valentine keepers? With just a little creativity (and stickers, ribbons, foam letters, and Washi tape), you can transform the disposable dinnerware into a secure spot for all your Valentine cards and candy.
Get the tutorial at That's What Che Said.
Fresh Flowers Valentine Box
Flowers are a quintessential symbol of Valentine's Day, so it's only fitting that they'd be the centerpiece of this Valentine box. It features fresh flowers affixed to a simple spray-painted box and can be used to hold your cards or gifts!
Get the tutorial at Sugar and Cloth.
Love Bug Valentine's Day Box
Your Valentine's Day gifts will be as snug as a love bug in a rug if you store them in this fun box! Construct it with cardboard and fringed tissue paper cut in the shape of a Volkswagon. Make sure to leave a hole for the "trunk," aka mail slot!
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
Valentine Box Satchel
Instead of just making a regular box, make this box a satchel so you can carry your cards wherever you please! Crafted from a cereal box, paint, and yarn, it's spacious and secure enough to hold all your Valentines.
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Teddy Bear Valentine Mailbox
This huggable "teddy bear" will keep all your Valentine's cards and candy safe. All you need is a brown paper bag, heart stickers, google eyes, and colored construction paper to bring him to life. It's even complete with handles for easy transportation of the precious Valentine's Day cargo!
Get the tutorial at Meaningful Mama.
Mailbox Valentine Box
Not all Valentine's Day boxes are pink and heart-shaped! For a realistic take on the card keeper, make this DIY mailbox with an old box and a few simple supplies. The kiddos will love delivering their Valentines to their very own mini mailbox!
Get the tutorial at Little Red Window.
Donut Valentine Card Box
Valentine's Day is all about the sweet treats, and this donut-shaped box is no exception. Get creative with colorful cardstock to customize the "frosting" and "sprinkles," then attach it to a white card box with glue!
Get the tutorial at Alice and Lois.
Hot Air Balloon Valentine Box
Love is in the air! Your cards will look so cute tucked inside these hot air balloons crafted from pink and red berry baskets. They would make the sweetest party favors, too.
Get the tutorial at Somewhat Simple.
Monster Valentine Box
It's almost scary how cute this little monster is! Made from a child’s shoe box covered in hearts, it offers plenty of room for all your sweets and treats.
Get the tutorial at Skip to My Lou.
Birdhouse Valentine Box
A little birdie told us your little ones will love painting and decorating this Valentine's Day-themed birdhouse! Follow the instructions for building the house, then let the kids' creativity take over as they add fun flourishes.
Get the tutorial at Happiness Is Homemade.
Puppy Dog Valentine Box
The dog lovers in your life will delight in crafting this paws-itively adorable puppy box. Much like many real puppies, this one won't be able to keep its teeth off your Valentines!
Get the tutorial at Skip to My Lou.
Tiered Cake Card Box
How gorgeous is this three-tiered, cake-inspired box? The pink drip "frosting" makes it perfect for February 14, but you can also use it as décor for other celebrations throughout the year.
Get the tutorial at Club Crafted.
Love Train Valentine Box
All aboard the love train! Little kids love trains—and this train loves them back! Give them the chance to be a conductor for a day with this fun idea.
Get the tutorial at Where the Smiles Have Been.
Basketball Valentine Holder
Okay, this basketball "box" is so cool—and it doubles as an excellent Halloween candy basket! It's sure to be a slam dunk with your kiddos.
Get the tutorial at Good Housekeeping.
Rainbow Valentine Box
Brighten up their February with this whimsical rainbow-hued box. Different shades of red and pink keep things on-theme, but you can also trade them for any colors your heart desires.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
Dinosaur Valentines Box
How cute is this friendly dinosaur? It'll definitely give your little ones something to roar about. Believe it or not, it's incredibly easy to craft, from its teeth all the way down to its heart-tipped tail!
Get the tutorial at Savvy Mama Lifestyle.
Carnivorous Valentines Box
Your kids will love dropping their Valentines into the mouth of this cute carnivorous plant from Super Mario Bros. It all starts with a paper tube!
Get the tutorial at Good Housekeeping.
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