DIY Cactus Valentine Card Box

1 min read September 13, 2026 Sara and Melissa
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"I'm Stuck On You!" this Valentine's Day! Turn a Valentine's card box into a cactus with colored paper, glue and a printable template. How cute are the classroom Valentine pencils and cards? And there is even a plushie cacti! This DIY is simple and the kids will love taking this card box to their Valentine's party at school! Be sure to download the Free Printable Template here!

 

Project Time
15 to 25 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Print and cut out patterns from template. Download the Free template here!

 

DIY Cactus Valentine Card Box step 1
Step
2

Trace patterns on green paper.

 

DIY Cactus Valentine Card Box step 2
Step
3

Cut shapes from paper. You will cut an opening in the center of the largest piece of paper. It is best to use 12 x 12 paper for the large cacti piece.


DIY Cactus Valentine Card Box step 3
Step
4

Glue the pieces onto the large front side of box, with the opening matching up.


DIY Cactus Valentine Card Box step 4
Step
5

Glue the foam hearts onto the cactus arms.

Looking for more Valentine Card Box Ideas? Check out our other adorable Valentine Card Box projects and free printable templates here!

 

DIY Cactus Valentine Card Box step 5

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