DIY Valentine's Day Paper Bag Puppet for Kids: A Fun and Easy Craft Project!

Kiana
Feb 7
3 min read

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Looking for a simple and fun Valentine’s Day craft that won’t leave your kitchen table covered in glitter or take up your entire afternoon? This Valentine’s Day puppet is the perfect activity for busy parents who want to enjoy a creative moment with their kids—without the hassle of complicated supplies or big cleanups. Using just a paper bag, construction paper, and a little glue, your child can craft their own adorable puppet in no time. Not only is this craft easy to make, but it also encourages creativity and imaginative play long after the crafting is done.

Whether you're looking for a quick afternoon activity, a classroom-friendly project, or something fun for a Valentine’s playdate, this puppet craft is sure to be a hit. Let’s get started and bring some festive fun to your home!

Materials Needed

This craft only requires two main materials, construction paper and a paper bag; however, feel free to get creative and use additional supplies if you have them.

Paper Bag

Construction Paper

Scissors

Markers

Optional: Googly Eyes

Optional Supplies: Glitter, ribbon, yarn, felt, pipe cleaners, pom poms

Step-by-Step Tutorial on How to Make a Valentine’s Day Paper Bag Puppet

Step 1: Create the Puppet Face

Cut out a large heart from red, pink, or white construction paper for the puppet's face and glue it onto the flap of the bag.

Glue googly eyes or cut out two white circles for eyes and draw black pupils.

Use a marker or cut out a curved piece of paper to create a big smile.

Step 2: Create the Puppet Body

Optional: Cover the rest of your paper bag with construction paper, use red or pink to continue with the Valentine's Day theme, or get creative and add other colors.

Cut out strips of construction paper for the arms and legs and attach them to your puppet; you can even create little heart-shaped hands and feet for a fun festive twist.

Step 3: Decorate with Valentine’s Day Details

Cut out smaller hearts in different colors and sizes to decorate the puppet’s body and face.

Add heart-shaped ears, rosy cheeks, or even a little bowtie made from paper!

If you have additional supplies on land like pom poms or glitter glue, feel free to add those to your puppet to give it a fun sparkle.

Fun Ways to Customize Your Valentine's Day Puppet

Encourage your kids to customize their puppets with these fun ideas:

Create a Puppet Show! Once your child has made their puppet, encourage them to put on a Valentine’s Day puppet show with their new creation!

Make a Puppet Family by crafting different puppets with unique designs and colors.

Personalize it by writing a sweet message on the puppet’s body, making it a fun homemade Valentine’s Day card for a friend or family member.

Let's Create A Fun Valentine's Day Craft

There’s nothing sweeter than a homemade craft filled with love, and this Valentine’s Day puppet is no exception. Not only is it a fun and easy project, but it also gives kids the chance to express themselves in a creative way. Whether you make one puppet or a whole cast for a Valentine’s Day play, this craft is sure to bring joy to your little ones.