Easy DIY Valentines Toddler Activity - Headband. We got the cute heart stickers at the DOLLAR STORE!
1) Cut white cardstock paper into two strips to fit around the toddler's head. 2) Lay the cardstock strips flat and decorate with heart stickers, markers, paint, etc. 3) Staple or tape together to the correct size to fit the head. I staple because it seems to stay better, but you can definitely tape if you'd like! 4) Wrap pipe cleaners around a pencil to get the coiled look. Tape them on the inside of the headband.
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