Today’s post is brought to you by Rich Products. // Is there someone special to whom you would like to show your appreciation this Valentine’s Day? If so, I have a perfect idea for giving them a memorable, thoughtful gift that takes almost no time at all. In just 15 minutes (or less!) you can whip up an oh-so-cute Valentine’s Day goodie mailbox, complete with a fun valentine postcard and some delicious baked goods from your local grocery store. Let me fill you in on all of the sweet details for how this comes together!

This Valentine’s Day, I wanted to do something special for my kids’ teachers, but with soccer and baseball both starting this week, plus church, piano practices and other activities, I simply don’t have time to whip up a homemade treat from scratch for each of them. It’s times like these that I absolutely love taking premade, store-bought treats and packaging them up in special ways. With just a small investment of time, recipients know just how much they are loved and appreciated. It’s a win for all!

I found some adorable lip-shaped cookies at my local grocery store that I knew would be perfect for this project. After that, a trip to my local craft store for a few basic items gave me everything I needed to make three very special gifts. I love that this is a perfect project for children to make for teachers, as it is entirely suitable even for the youngest of crafters!

 For this project, you will need…

• Valentine’s Day Postcard Printable << Click link for the free download.

• White cardstock
• Scissors
• Small paper mache mailbox 
• Letter stickers, heart stickers and other embellishments
• Cellophane treat bags
• Twine
• Store-bought baked goods

Directions:

• Download and print the free postcard valentines onto the white cardstock. Use scissors to cut each one out. I used scalloped-edge scissors for added cuteness, but that is entirely optional. 😉
• Use stickers to embellish the outside of the mailbox any way you please. Kids will love this step!
• Place the baked goods in the cellophane bags, and tie up with twine.
• Tuck the wrapped goodies inside the decorated box, along with the signed postcard. 

All finished!

This is a special delivery sure to put a smile on any recipient’s face!

 This cute little postcard would also be darling used as a gift tag on its own, tied onto a bag of treats, or even a bouquet of flowers.

 

For even more inspiring ideas for turning bakery goods into memorable, thoughtful gifts, be sure to follow Bakery Because on Pinterest!

Giveaway time!

Is there someone special you know that makes YOUR life better that you would like to treat with a delicious token of how much you appreciate all they do? Rich Products is helping me give away a $25 Visa gift card to each of THREE of my lucky readers so you can purchase the supplies to do just that! Entries will be collected via the Rafflecopter below.

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