Easy DIY Valentine Garland for Beginner Crafters
Decorating for the holidays is one of my favorite hobbies. Actually decorating for the seasons, for events and just for fun is really my favorite. I just LOVE to decorate. This project is fabulous for first time makers because it is simple enough yet creates a beautiful completed decoration for your home, classroom or office. Let’s get started and make an easy DIY Valentine garland with just a few supplies and materials.
Materials and Supplies Needed
- Wood Hearts (Best With Holes Already Drilled)
- Paint – I Used ColorShot Spray Paints because I LOVE them!
- Hemp Cord – Hemptique makes the most durable in the best colors.
- Hot Glue Gun and Glue Sticks
- Scissors
There are tons of things that could be added to these wooded hearts once painted so think big. You might want to add gems, buttons or bobbles galore.
Steps for this Easy DIY Valentine Garland for Beginner Crafters
Before beginning, consider the dry time of your paint. This project needs to be completed in two different sessions because the paint needs to be cured before the rest of the project can be done.
Step One
Paint the hearts. Using ColorShot is my favorite because it is quick and easy. The colors are magnificent and one coat is all that is needed. I am going to tell you more about ColorShot in a bit so keep reading. It is awesome information.
THREE SPRAY PAINT TIPS:
- Paint in Good Weather. Best case scenario, temperatures should be between 50°F and 90°F, and relative humidity is below 85%. Avoid painting in direct sunlight and hot, humid weather.
- Test Spray Paint and Technique Before Starting To get the best application, test the paint on a like surface to your project or maybe the back to make sure it is going to get the desired look.
- Spray Motion Makes a Difference Always begin and finish spraying off the object, using an even side-to-side motion with each pass overlapping your spray pattern by about one-third. Use thin, multiple coats instead of one thick coat.
Step Two
Once the paint is totally dry, add the hemp cord to give the hearts some texture and dimension. The best way to do this if you are wrapping the cord is to apply hot glue to the BACK of the heart, attach the cord then wrap.
Apply more hot glue to secure the cord in place if necessary.
Step Three
String a long piece of hemp cord through the hearts to turn them into the Easy DIY Valentine Garland for Beginner Crafters!
Another Fun Decoration Project with ColorShot
How much do you love color? I am crazy about the brights and the cheerfulness of rainbows. During the winter holidays, I made a rainbow village with ColorShot and LOVE how it came out.
Reasons to Decorate Your Home for the Holidays and Seasons
There are so many great reasons to decorate your home for the holidays. The decor determines the mood and the feel for your family and all who enter. It is a form of expression. A home that is well decorated can lower anxiety and create a sense of ease and peace. Different rooms can have different vibes determined solely by the decor — from the colors to the furniture to the accent decor. Here are my top five reasons to decorate your home and invest in the process.
- A well decorated room creates a space for healthy living including the atmosphere as well as the functionality.
- Decorated spaces can promote well being, creativity, better rest, etc.
- It is fun and festive!
- Home decor can change with the seasons, the holidays, and the times. It is a way to update style and express yourself.
- Your home is unique to you and your family. There are no rules to home decorating.
More Valentine’s Day Ideas
Here are some more fantastic ideas for Valentine’s Day that you can use to give as gifts or to decorate your favorite space. There are ideas for kids to make, crafty seniors and adults too. Crafting is super fun to do with a group of people to make things that are festive and reflect the season. Grab the ideas and get started!
YAY for Making ALL the Decor!
Laura