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Materials

  • White textured cardstock (5x7 in.)
  • Wooden matchsticks (2 pieces)
  • Red glitter heart sticker or cutout (1 piece)
  • Red gel pen or fine marker
  • Black fine-liner pen
  • Craft glue
  • Optional: small alphabet stickers for names/date
  • Black and red cardstock for layering (1 sheet each)

Instructions

  • Prepare your card by layering the white textured panel over red cardstock, then mounting both onto the black card base. This gives the whole design a neat, framed look.
  • Glue the two matchsticks onto the card, leaving space between them for the heart. Angle them slightly to mimic the shape of arms and a body.
  • Attach the red glitter heart between the matchsticks. Then use a fine-liner to draw simple arms, legs, and tiny details to make the matchsticks look more animated.
  • Personalize the sticks with names, initials, or a meaningful date for a sentimental touch.
  • Add a sprinkling of small red hearts around the top, then write your message along the bottom.