Willie Ripple, the author of many terrific craft books, has written one especially for Valentine's Day called Valentine School Parties What do I do?

Willie, coming from a very creative family, found that she too was very crafty when it came to her daughter's school parties. As a craft enthusiast she loves to make thing and share them with others.

I had the wonderful opportunity to interview Willie Ripple about her valentine's book. I hope you enjoy it.

Sue:
I really love your book Valentine's Day called Valentine School Parties What do I do?. It's terrific because it is perfect for school class rooms, camps, church classes and the individual families. What gave you the idea for this book?

Willie:
In 1993, my daughter's kindergarten teacher had told me (after one of the school parties I had co-ordinated) that I should write a book because my parties were the best she had seen in her 20 years as a teacher. But what was strange is that 5 other people that same week said that I should write a book also. So I bought a book on how to write a book.

Sue:
You included crafts, games, recipes basically everything for a wonderful valentine's Day party. What first got you interested in crafts and party making : )?

Willie:
My mom used to do such neat things at family parties and I was so amazed. I guess it in the blood. By trade I'm a hairdresser and I didn't realize I had the creative edge until I started doing hair. I love to create!

Sue:
As a kid I both loved making crafts and teaching them to children in my neighborhood and summer camps. Your book would have definitely been on my book shelf. What is your and your children's favorite crafts to make?

Willie:
No doubt about it- Smooshies, you can find the recipe on page 132 in my Halloween book or on page 101 in the Valentine book. It's the best craft there is, for any event. Kids of all ages love making them.

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Valentine School Parties:
What Do I Do?
by Wilhelminia Ripple, Heather Anderson (Illustrator)

If you want to win the children's heart this Valentine's Day, get this book. It has everything you need to plan a very impressive party for the classroom or a great program at the public library. It is clear that Willie really had her heart into the creation of this invaluable classroom resource. This gifted and talented author has provided her readers with a plethora of fun and innovative games, crafts, and treats to give any valentine sweet memories to treasure.