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SUPER SIMPLE VALENTINE WREATH

easy diy Valentine wreath for the craft challenged  or crazy busy 

Valentine’s Day is different when your kids outgrow the tradition of Valentine cards and parties. I now send my kids one of these for Valentine’s Day. I admit the addition of pink to the decor after the holidays is refreshing and gives a glimpse of the spring season.

Here is a super simple wreath that requires very little time, money and effort.

SIMPLE VALENTINE WREATH

how to make a simple Valentine wreath

VALENTINE’S DAY DOOR WREATH

Wreath Elements:

  • grapevine wreath
  • paper hearts
  • ribbon

I loved the simplicity of this wreath. I loved to work with grapevine wreaths. However my original version. I think I had too many layers on the wreath when I added a smaller wreath to the center of the grapevine.

was a bit of a disaster. My vision of a petite and dainty wreath were replaced with a bulky and chunky vibe. Not the look I wanted for Valentine’s Day or a month into these simple steps to lose the holiday love handles.

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Let’s just say my original wire hanger wreath went sideways from there.

VALENTINE’S DAY WREATH

So I went with a chunkier grapevine wreath with silver accents (I bought it years ago on clearance at Target). I found this one on Amazon.

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I found these adorable Valentine cutouts from the Dollar Store and these hearts.

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Baker’s twine was the perfect weight to attach the pink and white hearts. From there, it was easy to thread the hearts through the grapevine.

I draped it over the grapevine wreath like a strand of garland- tucking it between the branches.

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My plans to hang my Valentine’s Day wreath on the front door were derailed when the wind tossed the paper-thin hearts and the threat of snow would lead to a broken hearts party on the porch.

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With snow in the forecast, I relocated the wreath to the Dutch door in the kitchen.

So even though my wreath did not end up where it began I do love it.

But, I think I might have to paint the Dutch door pink. #wink

how to make a simple Valentine wreath

Thank you for stopping by today. Here is another fun Valentine craft you may enjoy!

VALENTINE’S DECOR IDEA FOR A DOLLAR

a super easy Valentine’s decor idea for a dollar  for tiny spaces or apartment dwellers who are short on storage

You guys I am on a craft binge this month. And, video binge. If you are bored or watching Netflix will you follow me on my newly launched and barely watched youtube channel? My goal is to have 50 subscribers by Valentine’s Day. ;0) Ego aside, I have the easiest, cheapest way on how to decorate for Valentine’s Day for a dollar. Let’s go!

VALENTINE’S DAY DECOR IDEA FOR A DOLLAR

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VALENTINE CRAFT FOR TINY SPACES AND SMALL BUDGETS

This  craft is for everyone who needs a little pink and red in the winter months. Something to do while bingeing those Hallmark January movies. This craft is great for those currently living in an apartment, short term rental or living in a space under 825 sq. ft. #realtorlife

It’s also for those like me that want a very easy craft to celebrate Valentine’s Day without blowing my new year budget goals.

Why?

Because tiny spaces and rentals are short on storage for holiday decor. It is a challenge to live in an apartment because you may not want to spend money on holiday decor that you will have to store in your car  or in your parent’s garage after the holiday.

This Valentine craft is for you! It is short on space, time and money! The cost per craft is less than a dollar. The surface area is also small and you can decorate and store stuff with this craft. Ready?

SUPPLY LIST

The supply list includes two things! Two! And I used this repurposed item to add pink to tiny spaces.

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SUPPLY LIST FOR VALENTINE’S  DECOR

  • stickers
  • glass jars or accessories with a smooth surface

That’s it! I found my stickers at the dollar store or you can check out these stickers!

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If you are a reader at Everyday Edits you know I love to repurpose these and I use repurposed candle jars year-round. You can paint them, store stuff in them, add candles to them and add Valentine stickers to the outside.

Have fun! Have your girlfriends over for a socially distant craft night.

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While in the middle of making this craft I came up with this one.

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When stickers meet repurposed candle jars you get an idea on how to decorate for Valentine’s Day for a dollar.

Don’t overthink simple decor. Ever.

This craft is as easy as softening butter (on the counter).

Just peel and stick  a Valentine sticker to a smooth surface.

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Because these are simple, cheap and take up very little space this is a great way to add a little Valentine’s Day decor to a small condo or apartment. This is such a simple way to decorate for any holiday without spending money or taking up valuable real estate space in a condo.

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If you want to dress it up a bit you can add this to your recycled candle jars or mason jars.

What do you think? Here’s a little video too. You can check out my other crafts on my youtube channel. My goal is to have 50  followers by Valentine’s Day. #shameless

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HOW TO PAINT GLASS PLATES + VIDEO

super fun craft idea to paint those miscellaneous glass plates, mason jars or glass accessories 

This has been on my craft day wish list for a few years. The curiosity was driven by the fact I own about 60 appetizer size glass plates from a party we hosted once. Recently, I found those glass plates residing in the back of a cabinet. I was on a quest to figure out how to decorate glass plates. Ever since I learned you can do this with glass, I pretty much want to paint all my glass accessories.

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HOW TO PAINT GLASS PLATES

The supply list is super short and the fun factor is endless. This project works with plates, mason jars or any glassware with a smooth finish. The options and ideas are endless.

There is a short video on my youtube channel or at the bottom of this post!

SUPPLY LIST

  • set of acrylic paint pens like these (I found mine at Home Depot).
  • glass plates, bowls, jars, drink glasses
  • drop cloth or heavy craft paper
  • oven + baking sheet

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HOW TO DECORATE GLASS PLATES

This is so simple and every plate will be a custom piece. Keep reading for fun ideas for this craft. But, first…

Tip: Do not pre-heat the oven.

  1. Start with clean, dry glassware.
  2. Cover surface because oil-based markers will leave a mark.how-to-paint-glass-plates
  3. Decorate the plate. I painted on the backside of the plate because it was just hearts.
  4. Place finished glassware on a baking sheet.
  5. Let plates sit  on a baking sheet for 20 minutes to “set.
  6. Place baking sheet in the oven and turn the oven to 350 degrees
  7. “Bake” for 30 minutes

Lessons:

  • Do as I say not as I did. Cover the surface when using oil-based Sharpies. I painted my plate with my tablet nearby. I may have been on a  Zoom call. #wink  The Sharpie pen made the perfect pink dot on the letter “D” on my tablet.
  • Don’t overthink the design. This is supposed to a fun, relaxing craft.how-to-paint-glass-plates

PIN FOR BOREDOM BUSTERS FOR ALL AGES +

This would be a fun idea for the kids or the grandkids. My sister suggested a girls’ social distance gathering!

Or, pin this for family activities over the holidays. I have enough glass plates they could each create a set of four decorative plates. #wink.

 

Oh and before you go… here is short video with me explaining this craft.

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THE CUTEST VALENTINE’S DAY DIY GARLAND + VIDEO

the cutest DIY Valentine’s Day garland for any space and a video 

I am on a bit of a craft kick. There is something kinda cool about making stuff. Maybe it’s the quietness of crafting, but this Valentine’s Day DIY garland was such a fun craft because it was so easy and quiet.

Oh, and no glue.

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It took me minutes to make this garland and it is perfect under a windowsill in my daughter’s/slash guest bedroom. The heart theme garland adds a little pink to a room with grey walls and navy and white bedding.

Oh, and of course these repurposed boxes add a little gingham to her room.

I am kinda lovin’ pink and the hearts are precious.

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VALENTINE’S DAY DIY GARLAND

SUPPLIES TO MAKE GARLAND

This is the easiest garland and can be tweaked for any holiday or season. Just a few essentials to make this dainty and petite strand of garland.

  1. Heart cutouts, shapes
  2. Ribbon or twine
  3.  Scissors

That’s it! Seriously.

I found these hearts at the dollar store, but it’s not too late to order these 600 hearts.

Loving the love the blush shade of pink and the heart cutouts to outline the hearts.

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I used the twine to thread the hearts to make a strand of garland. With the punched our hearts it was easy to add the twine.

You could easily tape the twine to the back of your heart cutouts.

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Easy-peasy! I love the petite garland and the whimsy it adds to a space.

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What could be easier… three supplies and just a few more minutes?

Want the video tutorial?

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