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Homemade Glitter Chalk for Valentine’s Day

January 23, 2013 By Michele McDonald 54 Comments

I have a cute and simple Valentine’s Day card idea for you today!
Its the perfect Valentine for toddlers through elementary aged children to pass out to their friends.
And its sugar free!
Its homemade glitter chalk valentines!
And there are some free printables in it for you, too.
To make the chalk you will need just a couple of ingredients that you can find at your local craft store.
Plaster of Paris
Tempura Powder Paint
You also need a mold of some sort (I used a soap mold and it worked like a dream!),
a bowl you don’t mind mussing up, a metal spoon (not shown), and some measuring tools.
How much plaster you need will depend on how much you want to make at one time.
You don’t want to make too much or you will just be wasting it. It is going to harden within a couple of hours.
To fill my mold, I used
1/2 cup plaster + 1/4 water
1 & 2) Stir the plaster and water until you get a pancake-like consistency.
If its watery, add more plaster. If its too thick, add more water.
3) You will have to play with the paint to reach the color you desire.
I used 3-4 tablespoons to get this rosy pink color.
TIP: Sift or crush lumps out of the powder before adding it to the plaster.
It will take a lot of mixing to get all of the paint crushed and blended well.
Now comes the fun part!
4) Add the glitter to the colored plaster and mix well.
I used gold and red.
It will take quite a bit of glitter so don’t be shy!
Spoon the plaster into the mold then smooth surface with the back of the spoon.
Allow to dry 20-24 hours before removing the chalk from the mold.
It should just pop out with gentle pressure.
Then allow another 24-48 for the chalk to completely dry out.
It may feel like the chalk is dry when you first remove it from the mold but if you place it on a sheet up paper you will see the paper become moist within a few minutes!
I used small jewelry bags (3″x4″ Clear Jewelry Bags) to put the chalk in.
I cut white cardstock into 2.75″x3.75″ rectangles to help make the chalk stand out.
Now we need some bag toppers!
I made two different kinds.
For the first set, I made some super cute doily bag toppers using glitter paper and one of the nesting doily dies which has been newly released from Lifestyle Crafts this year.
(I used the middle die, in case you’re interested – 3.5″, and you can get the set, and anything else in the store, for 50% off this week using promo code SCRAP!)
Score the doily across the middle, fold, and staple to attach to the bags.
I also made a cute little chalkboard banner that says
“You are CHALK full of fun, Valentine!“
in a fun chalk font to put on each of the glitter doilies.
I glued the banners to the doilies with Beacon 3-In-1 Advanced Craft Glue (best glue EVER!).
The chalkboard banner is available as a free print at the bottom of this post!
So everyone will know who the valentine is from, I wrote my son’s name on the back of the cardstock insert

(prior to stapling the topper on, obviously).

I also made some simpler bag toppers with a printable (free at the bottom of this post!) on white cardstock.
There is place on the back of the topper to put the child’s name.
I had more banners cut out than I had glitter doilies so I thought they might make a fun 3D effect on the simple bag toppers by adding them on with some pop dots.
Not something that you have to do, it just adds a little extra oomph! 😉
I’m excited for my boys to pass out these sugar-free valentines to their friends!
My biggest tip to make your own homemade glitter chalk for Valentine’s Day:
Because the chalk takes so long to dry, and your mold may only make a few pieces of chalk at a time,
DO NOT wait until the last minute to make these valentine favors! Start at least a week ahead of time.
And of course you can always buy some chalk and print the bag toppers.
No one will ever know! 😉
PRINT: Chalk Full of Fun bag toppers
File prints on 8.5×11″ cardstock.

PRINT: Chalk Full of Fun labels
File prints on 8.5×11″ cardstock.

Linking up to Flamingo Toes, Skip to My Lou, Today’s Creative Blog, The Shabby Creek Cottage, Tidymom, 504 Main, Serenity Now, Whipperberry, My Repurposed Life, 30 Days, Tatertots & Jello, Positively Splendid, and other great parties found on my party page.
 
Disclosure: I was compensated with product by Lifestyle Crafts to write this post. All opinions expressed are purely my own. 
Affiliate links are included in this post, and I will receive a small compensation for any sales resulting from clicks from these links. 

 


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Comments

  1. Jennifer Dawn says

    February 10, 2016 at 9:53 AM

    These are so cute! And what a fun idea to add glitter! I’m featuring them at this week’s link party! http://www.thelifeofjenniferdawn.com/2016/02/simple-and-sweet-gift-ideas-for.html

    Reply
  2. Frugal Hausfrau says

    February 9, 2016 at 8:08 PM

    This is absolutely adorable! I wish someone were giving ME a few of these! Thanks for sharing this with us on Throwback Thursday! Hope to see you next week!

    Mollie

    Reply
  3. Theresa@DearCreatives says

    February 8, 2016 at 11:33 PM

    Super cute Valentines Day DIY.Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party. See you again soon. Pinned & shared.

    Reply
  4. Holly says

    February 7, 2016 at 11:39 PM

    Such a clever idea! Holly 🙂

    Reply
  5. Stephanie says

    February 7, 2016 at 2:38 PM

    What a cute alternative for a Valentine for kids to hand out!

    Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty!!

    Reply
  6. Lou Lou Girls says

    February 6, 2016 at 10:41 AM

    Super cute! Pinned and tweeted! Thank you so much for sharing this with us at our linky party. We hope to see you next Monday @ 7 because we can’t wait to see your new creations! Happy Saturday! Lou Lou Girls

    Reply
  7. Deanna Hershberger says

    February 4, 2016 at 1:43 PM

    These are SO cute!! I love non-candy Valentine ideas!! And this is so functional while being adorable! What a great idea!

    I co-host Everything Kids Link & Pin Party, which starts on Sunday at 10pm.
    We would love it if you shared with us!!
    http://www.playdoughandpopsicles.com/category/everything-kids-link-pin-party/

    Reply
  8. Sarah @ Pretty Simple Ideas says

    February 4, 2016 at 8:01 AM

    My nieces would love this!

    Reply
  9. Aimee, The Crazy Craft Lady says

    January 21, 2015 at 5:53 AM

    What a cute idea! Definitely going to try this recipe in the summer with the kiddos. Pinning!

    Reply
  10. Steph @ Three Loud Kids! says

    January 15, 2014 at 12:08 PM

    These are so incredibly cute! Thanks for sharing

    Reply
  11. Jenna Brussee says

    January 15, 2014 at 8:17 AM

    Love this! Such a cute idea.

    Reply
  12. Carissa Bonham says

    January 11, 2014 at 4:47 PM

    This is too cute. Just popping by to let you know I included your project in my “10 cute printable valentines for kids” round up on Creative Green Living.

    Reply
  13. Simply Sarah *K* says

    February 12, 2013 at 9:41 AM

    Awesome idea!! LOVE the printable!!

    Reply
  14. Kristi L (Digital Cake) says

    February 11, 2013 at 3:53 PM

    I love this! This is a great tutorial and although I don’t have kids myself, I want to make some for Halloween this year! Thanks so much!

    And I featured this project on my blog yesterday http://digitalcakecrafting.blogspot.com/2013/02/shout-out-sunday-6.html

    Reply
  15. Almaden Acorn says

    February 6, 2013 at 12:58 AM

    Hi Michelle,

    I LOVE this idea! And so will kids! I shared it on my blog today (asap!), almadenacorn.blogspot.com
    Thank you!

    Kiley

    Reply
  16. wwilloww says

    February 1, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    Hi Michele, I love this idea (even if I don’t have grandchildren young enough to want some LOL). I got here from Flamingo Toes who featured you in her “crush of the week” post and now I’m hooked! You have some wonderful DIY projects that I cannot wait to try!!! Because I don’t want to miss anymore of your creativity, I am now going to follow you by email!!!

    Reply
  17. Amy @ Living Locurto says

    January 31, 2013 at 9:52 AM

    This idea is fabulous! I featured this today on Living Creative Thursday at LivingLocurto.com. Thanks for sharing your creative ideas!!

    Reply
  18. Desiree Young says

    January 31, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    Adorable! I have those molds from making polymer clay jewelry. Can’t wait to make these cuties!

    Thanks for sharing,
    Dez

    http://www.etsy.com/shop/ShoppeDeziLu

    Reply
  19. Vicky @ Mess For Less says

    January 29, 2013 at 9:04 PM

    These are so cute! Love how you added the glitter for some extra dazzle and those bags are just too cute!

    Reply
  20. Kelly Biedny says

    January 29, 2013 at 6:05 PM

    This is sooo awesome! I know my daughter would love it for sure 😀

    It’d be great if you stop by and link it up for our readers at our Sunday Show and Tell Linky Party!

    Hope you stop by!

    Reply
  21. Project: Party Perfect says

    January 29, 2013 at 4:32 AM

    Glitter and Chalk!! I love this…thank-you!

    Reply
  22. Laurie@SimplyCreatingHome says

    January 28, 2013 at 12:00 PM

    So cute! I love that these are a non-candy Valentine option. I’ll be pinning this and I’m a new follower!

    Reply
  23. Allie says

    January 27, 2013 at 7:49 PM

    These are so fun, Michele! I featured them on my blog today http://www.missloviecreations.blogspot.com/2013/01/12-sweet-handmade-valentines.html Come on over and check it out and grab a button if you like!

    Reply
  24. malia says

    January 27, 2013 at 6:35 PM

    YOU are chalk full of great Valentine’s Day ideas!

    Reply
  25. Antonella says

    January 27, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    What a neat idea! Great for boys and girls.
    Hugs, antonella 🙂
    I’ve linked over from The Answer is Chocolate where I’m linking up too.

    Reply
  26. Divya N says

    January 27, 2013 at 1:36 AM

    cool idea…I came over here from the linky party at flamingo toes

    Reply
  27. Jenn "Rook No. 17" says

    January 26, 2013 at 7:04 PM

    What a wonderful, creative idea! I love the fact that this Valentine goes on to encourage creativity in the recipient as well!

    jenn

    Reply
  28. Amy Lanhardt says

    January 25, 2013 at 9:15 PM

    I love this! Great for all the little girls I know! Can’t wait to try it! Thank you for sharing!
    xoxo
    Michaela & Amy from Making Life Whimsical

    Reply
  29. Sarah McK says

    January 25, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    Glitter CHALK?!?!?! Great idea!!!!

    Sarah from Craft Quickies

    Reply
  30. Amanda @ Serenity Now says

    January 24, 2013 at 5:12 PM

    What a creative idea! Love this, Michele. 🙂

    Reply
  31. DesignedByBH says

    January 24, 2013 at 12:46 PM

    What a really neat idea!

    Reply
  32. Tammy Malone says

    January 24, 2013 at 7:39 AM

    This is such a fun idea!!

    Reply
  33. Jenni's Whimsies says

    January 24, 2013 at 12:03 AM

    Ohmy! I have a million zilliin candy molds I scored at a yard sale!! I am now inspired to make chalk! I have been making chalkboard paint for awhile and this will be the perfect thing to go with my recycled cabinet door chalkboards. Thanks for the great tutorial!

    Reply
  34. Jenni's Whimsies says

    January 24, 2013 at 12:03 AM

    Ohmy! I have a million zilliin candy molds I scored at a yard sale!! I am now inspired to make chalk! I have been making chalkboard paint for awhile and this will be the perfect thing to go with my recycled cabinet door chalkboards. Thanks for the great tutorial!

    Reply
  35. Katie's Nesting Spot says

    January 23, 2013 at 11:51 PM

    Chalk + glitter = genius! Love this and so glad you linked up to A Crafty Soiree to share with me and my co-hostess Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday.

    Reply
  36. Vanessa says

    January 23, 2013 at 11:34 PM

    LOVE these! I will be making them for my son to give out as well… they look simple enough that I should have time to make them! 🙂

    Reply
  37. Beverly {Flamingo Toes} says

    January 23, 2013 at 9:54 PM

    You are a genius!! I had no idea you could make your own chalk! And these are awesome for valentines – I like this so much better than candy!

    Reply
  38. Cozycomfycouch says

    January 23, 2013 at 9:47 PM

    Lovely! Fun idea!

    Reply
  39. Claire Marie says

    January 23, 2013 at 8:34 PM

    This is such a cute idea! I don’t even have any kids, but I still want to make this…

    Reply
  40. Allison {A Glimpse Inside} says

    January 23, 2013 at 8:01 PM

    How FUN! I bet kids will LOVE this! 🙂

    Reply
  41. Randi~Dukes and Duchesses says

    January 23, 2013 at 2:20 PM

    We’ve made chalk before too and it worked so much better than the storebought stuff. I love the valentines … and especially love the glitter!

    Reply
  42. Linda Bouffard says

    January 23, 2013 at 10:49 AM

    I didn’t know you could make chalk. I pinned this for the future. Coolness. Linda
    Following you also.

    Reply
  43. nest of posies says

    January 23, 2013 at 9:59 AM

    glitter & chalk = oh my! LOVE this idea!

    Reply

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