Trying to find the “perfect” Valentine’s Day card to hand out to my sons’ classmates was hard. Traditionally I would go to Target and purchase Valentine’s Day cards with their favorite character(s) of the moment – usually these cards would be accompanied by candy.
This year has thrown me for a bit of a loop – although a healthy, positive loop – their new elementary school doesn’t allow sugary foods to be given out for birthdays or any other holiday. Also, I am a bit of a Pinterest-lover, so I wanted to find a creative and fun alternative to the commercial sugary V-Day card varieties.
I came across this one idea, and immediately knew it was the perfect reflection of both of the boys – jackpot! If you have boys (or brothers), you may know that they love – for a lack of better words – bodily sounds. My boys have a tendency to laugh and sometimes “force” certain sounds, not to my approval (although I sometimes have to muffle my giggles).
The PERFECT Valentine’s Day card design that I encountered involved a whoopee cushion.
I created a Word doc with the following text:
I ordered mini whoopee cushions from Amazon (click on the image for purchasing info).
You may also be able to find whoopee cushions at a local part supply store.
I purchased the card stock at Target and printed them two-up, like so.
Leave space for your child to sign their name beneath “Your Friend” – I like when my boys sign their cards as it makes it that much more personal. Staple the whoopee cushion to the card stock and viola! Here is the final product:
In total, aside from the printer ink, I spent about $13.00 and love the final product!
Do you have a crafty Valentine’s Day card idea? Please share!
Mamma says
Looks great
Dana says
Thanks Mama!
Coco (@Got2Run4Me) says
Oh, that is hilarious! I wonder what the teacher will think! 😉
Dana says
I am a bit nervous lol…I will keep you posted!
Christin Theiss says
This look so cool and very funny. I do wonder what the teacher will think but sounds like a day a fun for your boys, LOL ..I’m sure my baby boy will be the same way, I just don’t think I could send this off to his pre-school haha! Thanks for sharing!!
Dana says
Cristin, I’ll keep you posted!!
Denise @ Simply Bubbly says
This is so cute and clever. I have been thinking of a unique valentine’s card to pass out at my daughter’s school (other than the typical store bought ones, or candy), and think this is just too funny and unique. If I can find the whoopie cushions, I’ll definitely be doing this! #SITSBlogging
Dana says
Denise, I bought them online through Amazon,
Dana says
Whoops…but you can also find them at Party City 🙂
Crystal says
That rocks! LOL Love from SITS!
Dana says
Thanks Crystal!!
Cindy says
That is hilarious! I’d love to know what the teacher says!
Dawn says
Hahahaha! I love this, so funny. My sons would think this was great. Unfortunately, I already spent twice that much on grocery store cards. But! Next year, I’m definitely going to keep this in mind! Stopping by from SITS. I enjoyed your blog!
Dee says
This is probably the cutest idea for Valentine’s Day cards I’ve seen! Thanks so much for sharing! Dee, SITS challenge 🙂
Dana says
Thanks Dee!!
Cynthia L says
Oh My Gosh! I know there are so many kids who would just love this. I think there are a few adults who would love it too! As a matter of fact, I happen to live with one! Great idea. Stopping by from #SITSBlogging!
Dana says
Thanks Cynthia! My kids love to make fake burping and farting sounds so I figured this was right up their alley…and their dad and Grandpa taught them LOL
Christie says
I giggled! What a FUN idea for a person with a good humor 🙂
Dana says
Thanks Christie!
Cynthia Banessa says
Great fun gifts to give away for Valentine’s Day! #SITS
Dana says
Thanks Cynthia!
Deb@ Cooking on the Front Burner says
FUNNY! What an unique idea here from SITS
Dana says
Thanks Deb!
Chrissie says
Adorable! Last year I gave everyone gummy bears with cards that said I like you beary much!
Dana says
Thanks Chrissie! I love your gummy bear idea!!! Do you have it on Pinterest – I’d love to pin it for next year!
mamasmoney says
What a great idea! I will have to remember this for next year! #SITSBlogging
Dana says
Thank you!!
Dena says
This is so funny!! Happy Valentines! #SITSBlogging
Dana says
Thank you and Happy Valentines to you too Dena!!
Diana Griffith says
How absolutely adorable. I’m sure the kids will LOVE this card. The teachers, not so much. 🙂
Dana says
Diana, thanks! And I agree, I am excited for the kids to get the cards, but the teachers – not so much LOL
Dana Renee says
This is so cute! My mom was a professional clown when I was a kid and this would have been the perfect Valentine to hand out in school. Thanks for sharing! #SITSBlogging
Dana says
Dana it must have been so cool that your mom was a professional clown!!
Cynthia @ You Signed Up For What?! says
This is hilarious! #SITSBlogging
Dana says
Thanks Cynthia! I thought it was cute 😉
Courtney @ What's Up with the Wilhelms says
This is such a great idea! As a teacher, I love that it doesn’t involve candy or sugar and I just know the children will find it hilarious. Visiting from SITS.
Dana says
Thanks Courtney! I hope their teacher feels the same way! The reason I chose this card is because it didn’t include sugar 🙂
Dani @ okdani.com says
Yes!! I love it. This is the best V-day DIY post I’ve seen. Everything else is all saccharine and expected stuff. This is really great!! So cute!
Dana says
Thanks Dani!!!!
Delia @ Blog Formatting says
Awesome card ideas, love them all 🙂 Thanks for sharing, Dana!
Dana says
Thanks Delia!!
Tara Newman says
The kids are going to LOVE this. Their parents…well, you could always move again. LOL.
Dana says
I know, I know…I’ll keep you posted 😉