100 Yen Store Craft: Valentine`s Day Flower Box

This 100 Yen Store Craft is a great Valentine`s Day gift from kids to parents, teachers, caregivers, family and friends. It`s a fun and simple craft that can be completed in less than an hour. The materials you`ll need can be found at any of the larger 100 yen shops. We purchased ours at the Seria 100 yen store in Daikanyama.

Materials Needed:
1. Construction Paper
2. Decorative Box
3. Glue Gun
4. Glue Sticks
5. Scissors

Step 1: Trace a circle (6-7cm) in diameter onto the construction paper then cut. To save time, draw the circle onto one sheet of paper then place on top of a layer of construction paper to cut multiple circles at once.

Step 2: Cut a swirl through a few layers of paper. You can eye ball it or draw a swirl then cut.

Step 3: Begin rolling the swirl with your fingers from the outer piece toward the center. Guardians should start the roll as it`s difficult for tiny fingers.

Step 4: When all the papers are rolled heat the glue gun and place a dot of glue at the bottom of the curled paper (center of the swirl) then press the rolled paper from the top onto the glue.

Step 5: Place glue at the bottom of the box and arrange the paper flowers. Done!

* Additional ideas: decorative hearts, circular topiary and more.

Daiso (many locations throughout Tokyo and Japan) – Daiso is famous for the their 100 yen and low prices stores. They have over 700 stores now in 25 countries. Daiso is a general merchandiser but has a good selection of craft items such as paper, paints, markers, styrofoam, etc. If you are doing crafts with your kids, this is a great and inexpensive option. I have been to the store in Ebisu, Harajuku and Shinjuku and have always found a great selection.

Daiso Details:
Address: Great store locator here with all information http://www.daiso-sangyo.co.jp/shop/index.php (only in Japan but has a image map)
Business hours: Typically 10:00 – 21:00 (please double check on the store locator)
Website: http://www.daiso-sangyo.co.jp/ (Japanese language only)

P.S. Visit our 100 yen store craft archives for more fun crafts!

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