Giraffe Valentine Card Craft For Kids [Free Template]

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and it’s a great excuse to celebrate and have some fun with the kids.

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Spend some time with them crafting this adorable giraffe Valentine card craft.

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Supplies

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Download the giraffe template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.

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Fold the giraffe card base in half along the dashed line, then cut it out, leaving the top part uncut.

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Take the nose and mouth piece and glue it to the bottom of the giraffe’s head.

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Next, take the eyes and glue them on the head, just above the nose.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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