My neighborhood has some creative mamas!
Stapler (optional)
Indoor/outdoor clear spray to protect from elements
Before decorating with beads or ribbon, spray the indoor/outdoor clear coat for protection from the elements.
Thread wire through one hole and determine length you desire. The wires pictured above are hanging about 6 inches from door hangers. String a few beads and twist the end of the wire to secure the end. Reinforce hole with a dab of hot glue on the back of heart.
Be creative! A family name, children’s names, I love you, Happy Valentines, Be Mine, etc…mixed with wooden beads of varying size and color. Add ribbon or other decor, if desired.
If you choose to decorate your wire with ribbon only, you can go ahead and thread the other end of the wire through the second hole, twist ends, and reinforce with hot glue. Tie varying ribbons intermittently along wire for a fun, whimsical look! See below for example.
Calling All Sleepyheads says
So cute Amanda-I’m going to post this on my blog if it’s ok with you. I made pumpkins like this last year so it will be a great follow up. Couple of tips; plastic bags work great for stuffing; I stapled the edges for extra security (staples don’t show) and you need to use a spray clear coat or your paper will get soggy when it rains.
Mod Podge Amy says
What a fun decoration! I love it.
ginger weaver says
Amanda, love this…cannot wait to get out and buy the supplies! thanks for sharing and keep them coming!
Gina says
Oh my gracious gravy! That is stinkin’ CUTE!!!! We are soooo going to do that in The Shoe! I would love to do four…one with each child’s favorite color (which will be a fun mix — hot pink, purple, lime green and blue). And then I’m thinking you could do egg shapes for Easter, a beach ball for summer, pumpkins or leaves in the fall, Christmas ornaments, snowflakes…oh my. So. Stinkin’. CUTE!
Angela McInnis says
Ah, ha! So begins the love affair with MOD PODGE!!!!! I love it!
Angela
Chris says
Really cute! I am a new follower, came to your from Debbiedoo’s link party!
⚜ ↁℯℬℬᴵℰ⚜ says
Hi Amanda…I am so glad you joined the newbie party. I would love if you added my link to the post or my button would be fine too. Enjoy the party…let’s get word out there:)
⚜ ↁℯℬℬᴵℰ⚜ says
Oh duh…I love your Valentines…I just made some cutsie stuff too today…my boys love it.
The Knotty Boutique Co. says
Hi there I’m your newest follower from Debbie’s Newbie Party!
so while I’m reading this super cute tutorial I see “Little Rock”
HOLY GEEZ! You live in Arkansas!? Me too! I’m from Searcy =) I nearly squealed like a greased pig pfft haha!
I love that heart and am DYING to try it out!
A Vintage Vine says
Great idea and thanks for the tutorial! I’m a newbie…..isn’t this fun. Love your blog!
Kathy says
These are great, thanks so much for sharing
Linda@Coastal Charm says
Your neighbor has done a really good job with these beauties…love the look!
Blessings,
Linda
alimoll says
I LOVE it Amanda! Super cute! I’m following from Debbie’s newbie party! Love your blog! Glad to have found it!
Rachel Murphy says
Super cute idea!
Found your site from Debbiedoo’s link up party
Hope you have a great week
Que Bella says
Hi, I’ve followed your link over from the newbie party. Love the idea of using butcher paper to make hearts for Valentine’s Day. Thanks for sharing.
Grace @ Sense and Simplicity says
That is adorable – love the polka-dots.
Amanda says
Thanks for sharing such a cute idea, it looks amazing!
I’ve come over from Debbiedoos
Tammy@beatrice banks says
So sweet! I love the whimsy of it. Finding you via Debbie’s Newbie party. I’m your newest follower and would be delighted to have you follow me back!
Have a great day!
Tammy
Valerie says
I love it so cute that red and white just POP right out.
CAS says
This is such a cute idea. I’m passing this on to my daughter who has 11 year old twin girls who love doing this kind of thing. Your blog looks like a lot of fun, so I’m a new follower.
CAS
amy says
Ok, I now know I am not gifted as a crafts person! I thought…hey these hearts will be easy, I’m going to make them for 6 of my neighbors, family, teachers….well, I made my first two and the heart shapes didn’t match up! If your template you use to trace is not symmetrical then they won’t match. Instead of free drawing the heart initially,I think it would help to make one how we used to in elementary school…fold the paper and cut half a heart 🙂 I saw these so cute hearts in person in Little Rock before I saw them on your blog….and they are even cuter in real life. Thanks for posting the how to!Love ya!
Kelli @ RTSM says
That is so cute! I love all the fun details in the hanger and the polka dots are adorable!