I Love You Because Jar

2 min read September 13, 2026 Mariah Leeson
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Valentine's Day is the perfect time to show your family just how much you love them. Handmade gifts from the heart, like this "I Love You Because ..." jar, are sure to be cherished treasure for many years to come. This is the perfect Valentine's Day craft that you can make and use all month long. I placed this on our kitchen counter and included "I love you because" printable cards and pencils so our family can write love notes to each other all month long. Be sure to download the Free Printable Cards here!

Project Time
15 to 25 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Tie the lace ribbon and twine around the jar. I used a tiny dab of hot glue to hold the ribbon in place on the jar.

I Love You Because Jar step 1
Step
2

Thread a piece of twine through one of the heart charms and tie it to the middle of the ribbon.

I Love You Because Jar step 2
Step
3

Print and cut out the free printable cards. Download the Free Printable Cards here!

I Love You Because Jar step 3
Step
4

Add a chalkboard label to the top of the jar and write each family members name on their jar with a chalk marker.

I Love You Because Jar step 4
Step
5

Fill a container with pencils and the printable cards and set them out next to the jars so family members can fill them out.

I Love You Because Jar step 5
Step
6

Drop your love notes in the jar and watch them fill up.

I Love You Because Jar step 6

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