100 Best DIY Valentine Box Ideas for Kids

Make February 14th special for your kids with these creative homemade Valentine box ideas that are perfect for the classroom, a Valentine’s Day party, and more.

Skip the boring store-bought Valentine’s boxes and give your kiddos a unique DIY Valentine’s box that is sure to impress the other kids at their class party.

From cute animal boxes to superhero-themed ideas, there are plenty of the best Valentine's Day boxes to choose from! You will find easy and fun ideas for kids of all ages and grades, including preschool and elementary school, and some for older kids.

These boxes can be made with cheap craft supplies and DIY Valentine’s Day decor items you can get at the dollar store or a craft store, such as tissue paper, construction paper, wrapping paper, etc.

Whether you are using a cereal box or a simple cardboard box, there are plenty of creative ideas for inspiration that are budget-friendly and easy to make. These DIY projects also make great Valentine crafts for adults.

There are Valentine’s Day boxes for both girls and boys that are divided into categories for organizational purposes only, meaning there is overlap for girls’ and boys’ boxes.

Don’t forget to pair these boxes with some DIY Valentine’s Day cards for kids or these free printable Valentines that come with little Dollar Tree Valentine gifts.

For extra Valentine’s Day fun, let your kids color these free printable Valentine coloring pages or make these fun Valentine’s Day crafts to spark your child’s creativity and imagination.

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Valentine Box Ideas for Girls

Pink Ruffle Cake from Craft That Party

Unicorn Valentine Card Box from Artsy Fartsy Mama

Cupcake from Adorn Event Styling

Gumball Machine Card Holder from Jamie Lane Designs

Donut (source unknown)

Valentine Owl from Holderman's

Kitty Cat from Pretty Plain Janes

Princess Castle Mommy Lessons 101

iPod from Mommy Lessons 101

Panda from Artsy Fartsy Mama

Monster Valentines Box from Giggles Galore

DIY Puppy from Mix of Six

Puppy Dog from Artsy Fartsy Mama

Empty Bottle Pretty Little Piggy from Giggles Galore

Girly Pirate Ship from One Creative Mommy

Ice Cream from Morena's Corner

Owl from Simple As That

Bee Valentine Box from I Heart Crafty Things

Bumble Bee from Life with Fingerprints

Cute Dog from Inspired by a Mouse

Easy Cupcake from Sunny Side Up

Rubix Cube from Peppermint Plum

Adorable Raccoon from procrastistamper

Simple Robot from B Inspired Mama

Pugs & Kisses from PA County Crafts

Bullseye Mailbox Tutorial from Home. Made. Interest

Soda Machine (Source Unknown)

Vending Machine from Orange You Crafty

Glittery Owl (source unknown)

iPhone from MacSparky

Mickey Mouse Shoebox from Mouse Ears Mom

Butterfly Mailbox from I Heart Crafty Things

Cute Elephant from Shellye McDaniel

Love Express Train from Disney Family Blog

Purple Minion from The Joys of Boys

Hippo from Fiskars

Hello Kitty Valentine Mailbox Tutorial from Happenings at Harper Household

DIY Unicorn Box from Brit + Co

Frozen Olaf from Mrs. Hightower’s Hound Dogs

Birdhouse from Faith Love Hope

Sloth from Artsy Fartsy Mama

Llama Valentine’s Day Box from Make it Your Own

Luv-o-Matic Washing Machine from Paper Jewels

Hot Air Balloon from Giggles Galore

Heart Pom-Poms Card Holder from Design Improvised

Valentine Gnome from Fun Money Mom

Snoopy Mailbox from Living Mi Vida Loca

Adorable Fox (source unknown)

Starbucks Coffee Cup from Hip2Save

Shop for Valentine’s Day Boxes at Michaels

Valentine Box Ideas for Boys

Darth Vader from Foster 2 Forever

Harry Potter from Fun Money Mom

Shark (source unknown)

Alligator Affirmations from Crayon Box Chronicles

Basketball Valentine Box from It’s All About Ty & Ashley

Basketball Court (source unknown)

Football Stadium from Contemplative Creative

Minion from Scrap Shoppe

Nintendo DS Valentine’s Box (source link unknown)

Star Wars R2-D2 Trash Can from Offbeat Bride

Batman from Sweet Paper Trail

Superman Card Holder from Frogs Snails & Puppy Dog Tails

Mario and Luigi Valentine Box Ideas (source unknown)

Minecraft Creeper (source unknown)

Lego Valentine Box from Blackberry Vine

Frog Prince from Plaid

Monster Tissue Box from Craftabilities

Ninja Turtle from Life’s Journey to Perfection

Pirahna Plant from Mario from Pink Stripey Socks

Lego Ninja from Just a Girl and Her Blog

Pirate Ship from Artistic Expressions

Pokemon from DIY Adulation

Pikachu from The Scrap Shoppe

Big-Eyed Monster Boxes from U Create

Mailbox from Camp Clem

DIY Cardboard Mailbox from Little Red Window

Penguin from Mommyapolis

Soda Vending Machine (source unknown)

Tank from Show Tell Share

DIY Tow Mater from Frugal 4 Four

Love Train from Where the Smiles Have Been

Rocket from the Joy of Boys

Robot Valentine Box from Natural Beach Living

Baby Yoda Valentine Box from Seeded at the Table

Taco from Artsy Fartsy Mama

Toad-aly Awesome Frog from The Aloha Hut

Valentine’s Day Boxes FAQs

What is a Valentine box for kids?

A Valentine box for kids is a fun and creative way to collect their Valentine’s Day cards and notes from classmates, friends, and family. These boxes are usually brought to school or placed at a Valentine’s Day party where everyone can exchange cards. But it’s more than just a box; it’s a fun craft that kids can personalize to reflect their personalities or interests, making them an exciting Valentine’s Day tradition.

How do you make a Valentine box out of a shoebox?

First, gather your shoebox and cover it with wrapping paper, construction paper, tissue paper, or even fabric for a base. Red, pink, and white are classic Valentine’s colors, but feel free to get creative! Next, decorate it with Valentine’s Day decor and heart-shaped items like stickers or cutouts. Don't forget to cut a slot in the top big enough for Valentine’s cards to slip through. If you feel extra crafty, turn your shoebox into a themed creation like a unicorn, animal, robot, or castle.