Whether you're swooning over your significant other, celebrating with your kids, or making your classroom the most fun place on February 14th — we've got a scratch off card for THAT. Let's get into it!
What Makes Scratch Off Cards the Perfect Valentine's Day Gift?
Forget the same old card from the drugstore. DIY scratch off Valentine's Day cards add an element of surprise, anticipation, and pure joy that no envelope-and-stamp combo can match. You write the message, cover it with a scratch-off sticker, and hand it off — then watch the magic happen when they scratch to reveal what's underneath.
Personal. Interactive. Unforgettable. That's the My Scratch Offs difference. 💛
Romantic Ideas for Your Significant Other 💕
14 Things I Love About You — The Ultimate Valentine's Countdown
Looking for something truly different this Valentine's Day? Start on February 1st and make one scratch off card for each of the 14 days leading up to Valentine's Day. Write something sweet, funny, or heartfelt that you love about them — one per card. Cover each message with the enclosed heart scratch-off sticker, then hide them all over the house, in their car, or even at their workplace.
Every day they find and scratch a new one. By February 14th? They'll have 14 reasons why you're the best. 🥹
Our 14 Things I Love About You Scratch Offs come with blank cards and heart-shaped scratch-off stickers — perfect for this countdown idea. We absolutely recommend using a coin or one of our Scratcher Chips to scratch!
Vintage Red Truck Valentine's Scratch Offs
There's something undeniably charming about a vintage red truck loaded up with Valentine's Day love. Write sweet somethings to your significant other in the blank area using a felt-tip marker, then hide them around the house for a scavenger hunt they won't forget. 20 cards + 20 scratch-off stickers per pack. Cards measure 3" x 4".
DIY Red Love Notes Cards
Simple, bold, and romantic — our Red Love Notes cards are made for heartfelt messages. Write your note, cover it, and let them scratch to reveal your words. Perfect for tucking into a lunchbox, leaving on a pillow, or mailing to someone far away.
For the Classroom 🍎❤️
Valentine's Day in the classroom just got a serious upgrade. Forget the paper cards — these scratch offs make every student feel like they won something special.
Cupid Make Your Own Scratch Offs
The Cupid design is a classroom favorite! Write sweet messages or encouraging words for each student in the blank area, cover with the scratch-off sticker, and watch their faces light up when they scratch to reveal your note. 20 cards + 20 stickers per pack, 3" x 4".
Dinosaur Valentine's Day Scratch Offs — "You're Roar-some!"
These are an absolute HIT with the pre-K through elementary crowd. Cards arrive ready to use — under the scratch-off it says "You're Roar-some!" Just use a black felt-tip marker on the back to write To: and From:. 25 cards per pack, 3" x 4". Zero prep, maximum adorable. 🦕
Robbie the Robot — "U R Awesome!"
Meet Robbie! This robot scratch off Valentine is ideal for preschool and elementary classrooms. Cards arrive ready to use with "U R Awesome!" hidden under the scratch layer. Write To: and From: on the back and you're done. 25 cards per pack, 3" x 4". Kids go absolutely wild for these.
For Every Occasion (Yes, Really!) 🎟️
Gold Ticket Valentine's Edition — The Most Versatile Card We Make
This one is special. We combined two of our most popular designs — the Gold Ticket and the Mini Heart — into one incredible Valentine's Edition. The result? A DIY scratch off card that works literally everywhere:
- 🏫 Classroom — Valentine's for students
- 🏠 Home — Love notes for family
- ⛪ Church — Thank you cards
- 💼 Work — Employee appreciation
- 💛 Anywhere — You name it!
20 cards + 20 scratch-off stickers for $11.99. Free shipping on orders over $30!
How to Use Your Valentine's Day DIY Scratch Off Cards
- Choose your design — romantic, classroom-ready, or all-occasion
- Write your message — use a felt-tip marker in the blank scratch area (pencil/pen not recommended; marker not included)
- Apply the scratch-off sticker — peel and place to cover your message completely
- Hide, hand off, or mail — the fun is in the reveal! 🎉
Creative Ways to Use Valentine's Scratch Offs
- Scavenger hunt — hide cards around the house, each one revealing a clue to the next
- Countdown calendar — one card per day for the 14 days leading up to Valentine's Day
- Lunchbox surprises — tuck one in every day the week of Valentine's Day
- Classroom Valentine exchange — let students write messages to each other
- Employee appreciation — swap out the typical candy for something interactive and memorable
- Gift topper — attach a scratch off card to a gift instead of a traditional tag
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I write inside a Valentine's Day scratch off card?
Anything your heart desires! Sweet messages, funny inside jokes, "I love you because…" statements, compliments, scavenger hunt clues, or encouraging words for students. If it fits in the blank area, it's fair game.
What marker should I use to write in the scratch area?
A felt-tip marker works best. Pencil and pen are not recommended as they may not show up clearly under the scratch-off sticker. Marker is not included.
How many cards come in a pack?
Most of our Valentine's DIY cards come in packs of 20 (with 20 scratch-off stickers included). Our classroom-ready pre-printed cards (Dinosaur and Robbie the Robot) come in packs of 25.
Are these good for classroom Valentine exchanges?
Absolutely! The Dinosaur and Robbie the Robot cards arrive ready to use — just write To: and From: on the back. The DIY designs let teachers write personalized messages for each student.
Can I use Valentine's scratch off cards for something other than romance?
100%! The Gold Ticket Valentine's Edition is especially versatile — teachers, employers, and families all love it. Any of our DIY cards can be customized for any message you want to hide.
Do the cards come with scratch-off stickers?
Yes! Every DIY pack includes both the cards AND the scratch-off stickers. Everything you need is in the box.
Ready to make this the most memorable Valentine's Day yet? Browse our full Valentine's Day scratch off collection and find your perfect match! 💘
