Rylie Horrall  | Lifestyle Editor

Making a valentine is a cute, old school way of symbolizing appreciation, admiration and adoration for another person — not to mention, it’s easy and cheap to do. For anyone looking to do something simple for Valentine’s Day, try making this DIY Valentine for that special someone. Happy crafting.

Firstly, grab some paper; colorful construction paper is easiest, however painting a piece of paper or using white paper works just as well. Trace a heart lightly on the paper using a pencil as a guide for cutting it out later. If desired, trace another smaller heart on a different colored piece of paper and cut it out. Glue it to the center of the large heart to give a cute outline and more dimension.

Take a black sharpie — or one that is colored, if preferred — and write the person’s name on the back of the heart. Flip the heart over to the other side with the smaller heart, and write a message to the person. It can be something classic like ‘Be Mine’ or something cheesy with a pun like ‘I love you a latte.’ Next, add a cute illustration, which is perfect for those who go with a pun, or add a little message expressing appreciation and love for the person.

To add something extra, there are many different things someone could do. Try cutting out little hearts and gluing them all over, or drawing along the outline to bring more attention to what’s written on the front. Another option is to put clear glue along the edge of the heart and sprinkle glitter on top of it to make it glimmer.

Contact the author at rhorrall17@wou.edu

Photo by Rylie Horrall