Each year, we try to come up with creative ways for kids to gift classroom Valentines (1, 2, 3). You could go the store bought route, but where’s the fun in that? Today we’re partnering with Pocky to share a few ideas for super easy DIY Valentines.  All you need are a few snacks, tchotchkes, a printer, and cardstock! Pocky are an excellent candy alternative (I used to obsess over the biscuity cookie snack growing up). They’re great on the go, and come in a bunch of different flavors. Bonus — there are lots of sticks in a pack, so they’re easy to share! Read on to see them all.

Chocolate Valentine — Materials Needed: Chocolate Pocky, cardstock, washi tape, favor bag,  scissors, ruler

Etch-a-Sketch Valentine — Materials Needed: Mini Etch-A-Sketch, cardstock, favor bag

Magic 8 Ball Valentine — Materials Needed: Mini Magic 8 Ball, cardstock, favor bag

Matcha Valentine — Materials Needed: Matcha Pocky, cardstock, washi tape, favor bag, scissors, ruler

Step 1: Print out your centered punny valentines onto pieces of cardstock.
Step 2: Measure a 3” by 8” strip of cardstock around the valentines and cut out.
Step 3: Secure your cardstock strip around the Pocky boxes using a bit of washi tape. Go out and surprise your Valentine!

Eiffel Tower Valentine — Materials Needed: Eiffel Tower keychain, cardstock, washi tape

Berry Valentine — Materials Needed: Strawberry Pocky, cardstock, washi tape, favor bag, scissors, ruler

Crafting by Erica Kjos

This post is sponsored by Pocky