Happy Valentine’s Day… or, should I say “Slappy” Valentine’s Day!
If you have found your way to this post, then chances are you (or your kiddo) have interest in creating the perfect slap bracelet Valentine. My guess is that you are also on the hunt for a FREE slap bracelet Valentine printable you can simply print, cut, and use. Well, you’ve come to the right place!
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Why a Slap Bracelet Valentine?
Last year, for my daughter’s preschool Valentine’s Day, I wanted to come up with an item that was non-candy, yet still just as thrilling.
My goals for a toy/item were as follows:
- Safe– not a choking hazard, knowing several classmates had younger siblings (my daughter included).
- Durable– not something that would fall apart within seconds and end up in the trash can less than 24 hours later.
- Engaging– something that was be exciting for the children to receive (and also rather self-explanatory).
- Inexpensive– something that I could buy in bulk.
- Unique– something that may not easily be repeated by all her other classmates.
Remembering my daughter was once starry eyed over a slap bracelet she claimed from a vending prize machine, I knew I was on the right path. A little research, some quick printable designing, and a “slappy”… I mean happy (sorry, that pun may never get old) little girl… the slappy Valentine printable was born.
How to Make Your Very Own Slappy Valentine’s Day Card
Ready to make your own? Follow the easy steps below!
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- After coming up with your needed number of Valentine’s Day cards, start by ordering the perfect slap bracelets. After a bit of digging, my daughter and I fell in love with this LARGE collection of bright and beautifully designed slap bracelets. These ended up being a huge hit with her classmates and the quality was super impressive! (Now one year later and still holding strong). Note: this pack is new this year and includes even more fun designs!
… - Download the Slap Bracelet Valentine’s Day printable below (after step 6, enter your name/email and be taken directly to the download!).
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- Print as many as desired. The printables I have designed include 4 cards per sheet of paper and are predominately white to limit the amount of ink necessary to print. Furthermore, they read, “I’m so slappy we are friends!” and include a location for your child to write his or her name after the phrase. Note: You can opt to mat the printables on colored paper for a fun and thickening effect (this is the bright colored pack I’d recommend to match the slap bracelets). However, if you choose to avoid this step, then I’d recommend printing on a heavier white cardstock to withhold the weight of the attached slap bracelet and avoid tearing (this is what I opted to do).
… - Allow your child to write his/her name on each card before attaching the slap bracelets.
… - Use a craft precision knife or scissors (precision knife much easier) to cut the entire length of the vertical lines on the rectangle (this is where the slap bracelet slides in).
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.. - Now simply slide your slap bracelet through these slits for the perfect fit to secure your bracelet.
- After coming up with your needed number of Valentine’s Day cards, start by ordering the perfect slap bracelets. After a bit of digging, my daughter and I fell in love with this LARGE collection of bright and beautifully designed slap bracelets. These ended up being a huge hit with her classmates and the quality was super impressive! (Now one year later and still holding strong). Note: this pack is new this year and includes even more fun designs!
That’s it! Super simple and super fun… you are bound to love your finished slap bracelet Valentine’s Day cards! Wishing you a a very “slappy” Valentine’s Day (told you it wouldn’t get old… for me at least ;)).
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