Valentines For Grandkids

Every year I make special valentines for our four grandkids.

(Two were already sealed in envelopes when I realized no photos had been taken.)

Each has featured photographs of them and me. Initially, the purpose was to use this holiday to be a presence as well as to remind them of our connection since we didn't see each other between Christmas and early summer.

The photography theme has become a tradition. This year the valentines took the form of a Squash Book filled with pictures taken throughout this past year. Here is Winston's.
I found the directions HERE on YouTube. Its construction is a clever and simple concept. Not until I made the first one did I realize that a Squash Book has been hanging in my studio for years. This one is die-cut and features quilt patterns on one side.
I also made the valentines for other family members and friends. One of those is destined to be my online valentine on V day.

Last year's valentines for the kids were in the form of flat snow globes. They can be seen here along with instructions for making them..