DIY Creative, Eco-Friendly, & Sustainable Valentine’s Day Cards

Whether you love or loathe Valentine’s Day, if you have a significant other or a child in school, there’s a strong chance you’ll be choosing some sort of greeting card.

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Here are some of our favorite ideas for DIY sustainable Valentine’s Day cards so you can keep the holiday green.

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Go old school with construction paper or any colorful paper (think school papers or flyers) you already have on hand.

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Use packing paper from a move or some of that red or white tissue paper you received during the holidays.

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Old wall calendars often have beautiful images (and nice heavy stock) for cards.

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You might also try a guided meditation that allows your child to focus on how much they are loved.

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SWIPE UP FOR MORE Valentine Ideas!

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