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23 Rustically Romantic Ideas

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If you’re looking for ways to express your rustic sense of style this Valentine’s Day, then look no further! These 23 Rustically Romantic Ideas are perfect for the holiday of love while still exuding the rustic atmosphere that will fit so well in your home. Sure to wow your friends and family, these rustically romantic ideas are incredibly festive and fun. Burlap, wood, and felt are just some of the materials that give these rustically romantic ideas the country charm that we love. This list features our favorite rustic decorating ideas for Valentine’s Day, as well as rustically romantic gift ideas.

23 Rustically Romantic Ideas

Rustic Home Decor
Decorate your home with heart! Make these awesome DIY Valentine’s Day decorations that are both festive and have that certain special, wholesome country charm. These rustic home decor crafts would look great in any country-style home, cottage, or farmhouse. These decorations would also be great for any rustic wedding because they are both rustic and centered on love.

DIY Rustic Stitched Wooden Sign1. DIY Rustic Stitched Wooden Sign
2. Valentine’s Day Garland DIY
3. DIY Heart-Shaped Wreath
4. Be Mine Burlap Wreath
5. Rustic Burlap Heart
6. Beautiful Wrapped Paper Hearts
7. Rustic Branch Photo Holder
8. Rustic LOVE Sign
9. Chic Decorative Heart
10. Romantically Rustic Mixed Media Heart
11. Vintage Key to My Heart
12. Classic Country Scrap Wreath

Rustically Romantic Gift Ideas
The only thing better than decorating your own home with rustically romantic crafts is making rustic gifts to give to your friends, family, and loved ones on Valentine’s Day. Jewelry, soap, tea, bread—we’ve got all sorts of ideas to help you give the best Valentine’s Day gift ever for that special someone in your life.

Country Girl at Heart Tote13. Country Girl at Heart Tote
14. Warm Hearts Coffee Cozy Pattern
15. Handmade Soap Hearts
16. Somebody Loaves You
17. The Sweetest DIY Tea Bag
18. Really Pretty Ruffled Shirt Scarf
19. Secret Message Felt Hearts
20. Sweet Memories Burlap Bag Keepsake
21. Decoupage Heart Necklace
22. Heart Felt Ornaments Tutorial
23. Crochet Valentine Shawl

 

How do you celebrate Valentine’s Day?

Paper Crafts to Warm Your Heart

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Honestly, the weeks of winter that follow New Year’s Day seem like a waste. Cold winds, snow drifts, icy roads, and no presents to show for it? No, thanks! In my perfect world, we’d fast forward to spring, but unless someone invents a time machine, we’re stuck with this crummy weather for at least a few more weeks. Luckily, there’s a way to stay toasty in these frigid temperatures–in a figurative sense, anyway. These Paper Crafts to Warm Your Heart will keep your mind occupied and your fingers unfrozen. Try out some homemade card ideas and share the warm fuzzies with family and friends. Deck out your home with easy DIY paper decorations, or learn how to quill paper embellishments that you can use on jewelry and cards. So, grab your blanket and get ready to banish those winter blues with these DIY paper crafts.

 

Adorable Origami Heart CardHomemade Card Ideas

Now that most people communicate via text message and email, it’s more thrilling than ever to find a piece of mail in your mailbox. Surprise your loved ones with these homemade card ideas, and who knows? They might be inspired to return the favor. These DIY card ideas also make beautiful homemade valentine cards.

Adorable Origami Heart Card
Fancy Folds Card
Washi Tape Heart Card
3D Hearts Card

 

 

DIY Paper DecorationsHeart Flower

These DIY paper crafts will put a smile on your face as soon as you walk in your door. These projects make marvelous Valentine’s Day crafts, but don’t let that stop you from putting them out all year long! Between an inexpensive paper garland DIY and a simple tutorial on how to make a cupcake topper, you’ll soon see that hearts are appropriate for all seasons.

Valentine Hearts Tabletop Tree
Heart Flower
Easy Hearts Garland

 

 

Quilled Hearts JewelryPaper Quilling Tutorials

Learn how to quill paper hearts and flowers that are intricate, adorable, and totally versatile. You can use these embellishments for a variety of projects, from cards and home decor to wearable paper crafts. With a little bit of creativity, you can look fabulous without spending a lot of time or money.

Quilled Hearts Jewelry
Lovely Quilled Heart Flower Card

 

 

 
Ideas for Valentine's Day: 12 Free Printable Valentine's Day Cards and Other Valentine's Day Crafts Free eBook
For more heart paper crafts, check out our free eBook, Ideas for Valentine’s Day: 12 Free Printable Valentine’s Day Cards and Other Valentine’s Day Crafts.

 

 

 

 

 

 

What’s your favorite way to beat the winter blues?

 

 

 

 

 

Link Love: Valentine’s Day Craft Ideas

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Valentine’s Day is two weeks away – are you feeling the love? Even though I don’t have a valentine this year (does Ryan Gosling count?), I plan to make the most of this holiday. Growing up, my mom made Valentine’s Day fun and memorable. In the morning, we’d find a small gift next to our breakfast and receive candy to eat after our family dinner. She also made it a point to decorate our house with cute little heart-shaped accents and use pink and red paper plates, napkins and tablecloths for meals.

Sure, grand gestures are a fun aspect of Valentine’s Day (if anyone wants to get me a diamond, please feel free), but it’s the small, handmade touches that you’re sure to remember. In the days leading up to Valentine’s Day, start decorating your space and wearing heart-shaped accessories. A Crocheted Heart Headband is perfect for little girls but moms can make one for themselves as well. This pattern for this adorable headband is extremely simple, making it ideal for beginners. You can also add a pretty handmade wreath to your door. Go green and make a Valentine’s Coffee Filter Wreath or show off your rustic side with a Charming Valentine’s Day Wreath. You might think these projects are complicated but they’re actually so easy to make!

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be about romance. Embrace the best aspects of the day and create adorable DIY designs that you can show off all year long. Even the smallest handmade item can brighten your day or make someone smile.

  1. Magnetic Valentine’s Card from Muslin and Merlot
  2. Anthro-Inspired Heart Pillow from Hearts and Sharts
  3. DIY Love Heart Crayons from Captured By Lucy
  4. Concrete Love Hearts Necklace from Fall For DIY
  5. Valentine’s Cork Heart from Sand and Sisal
  6. Valentine Storage Decor from Crafts By Courtney
  7. Giant Cupid’s Arrows from For The Love Of
  8. Valentine’s Day Garland from Vicky Barone
  9. Valentines Wreath from Nap-time Creations

What’s your favorite Valentine’s Day tradition?

 

Love is in the Air! The Ultimate Valentine’s Day Crafting Guide

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Whether you love it or you hate it, Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and everyone’s scrambling to figure out what to give their loved ones. One of the perks of being a crafter is that we never have to worry about this, as there are always Valentine’s Day crafts waiting to be created. With all the potential decorations, gifts, and edible projects to make, you’ll have a number of inexpensive, personalized ways to show your valentine that you care.

    

 Valentine’s Day Cards

Instead of buying your cards this year, use these easy tutorials to design your own special holiday card. You’re sure to find a way to get your message across with projects ranging from elegant to downright adorable.

Gifts to Give

Make your loved ones something that’s truly one of a kind. You can put your own personalized touches on projects they can cherish for years to come.

Sweets for Your Sweet

Valentine’s Day is the best excuse to indulge in some delicious desserts . You can create traditional candies, or try out some unique designs that put a crafty twist on edible gifts.

Valentine’s Day Decorations

Usher in the holiday with some homemade decorations. You won’t need to spend your money at a holiday store because these crafts can easily be done for next to nothing.

Projects for the Kids

Whether they’re looking to make valentines for their classmates or just have some creative fun, your kids are sure to love these easy projects. You’ll find projects for children of all ages to ensure that everyone can contribute to the spirit of the season.

Do you prefer to receive store-bought or homemade gifts and cards on Valentine’s Day?

Link Love: Heart Crafts for Valentine’s Day

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Love it or hate it, there’s no denying that Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. While I don’t have a special someone, I still love Valentine’s Day. In fact, every year I draw a heart around the date on my calendar. To me, Valentine’s Day is a time to show you care. It’s also a chance to decorate and eat a ton of delicious candy. What could be better?

There are plenty of projects that can satisfy your creativity before and after Valentine’s Day. A Wired Heart is a fun, unexpected project that can be displayed all year. Since Valentine’s Day occurs during a chilly season, you might want a taste of the outdoors. A Valentine’s Day Topiary allows you to celebrate without heading into the cold. Hearts are the true symbol of Valentine’s Day, but they can used in art projects all year long. A Chic Decorative Heart looks great in any room of the house.

You don’t have to go crazy with red and pink supplies to celebrate Valentine’s Day. In fact, simply making crafts in the shape of hearts can be a fun and easy way to decorate. Best of all, when you think outside the box and use unexpected materials and colors, your crafts become much more practical. You can wear sparkly heart-shaped shoe clips or use a heart-shaped coin wallet all year long.

  1. Paper Valentine Candy Filled Hearts from In My Own Style
  2. Paper Heart Ornaments from Morning Creativity
  3. DIY Glitter Heart Art from Ellinee
  4. Valentine Wreath from Design Improvised
  5. Hand Warmers Valentine Heart from Petit Elefant
  6. Leather Heart Coin Purse from Fabric Paper Glue
  7. Tiny Crocheted Hearts from The Party Artisan
  8. Heart Hair Clip from At the Picket Fence
  9. Hanging Heart Decoration from Isobel Higley

Link Love: Hearts Abound!

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I’m back with another Valentine’s Day round-up, and we’re another week closer to the holiday! This week, red, pink, and hearts abound with these clever DIY Valentine’s Day crafts. We’ve got more decorations, gifts, and lovey-dovey wearables to satiate your appetite for everything hearts.

And if this round-up isn’t enough for you, check out last week’s Valentine’s Day Crafts round-up, a handmade Valentine card round-up, and last year’s last-minute Valentine round-up, Valentine’s Day extravaganza, and love is in the air round-up!

  1. Woven Drinking Straw Heart from The Cheese Thief
  2. Mod Podge Heart Window Clings from Mod Podge Rocks
  3. Ruffled Heart Pillow from Ameroonie Designs
  4. Hanging Paper Hearts from Made
  5. Crochet Valentine Envelope from Crochet Spot
  6. Felt Heart Wreath from Vintage Umbrella
  7. Ruffled Heart Valentine’s T-Shirt Dress from Make it and Love it
  8. Cross Stitch Ombre Hearts from Little Lovelies
  9. Paperclip String Heart Earrings from Pitter and Glink

 

Link Love: Valentine’s Day Crafts

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Valentine’s Day is on its way! Here are some more cool craft ideas I found from around the web. Use these craft ideas for a Valentine’s Day party, or just to decorate your home for the holiday. Some of the craft ideas can even be left up all year round if you’re a fan of red and pink! I included some handmade cards and other gifts in the round-up too, in case you’re exchanging Valentines this year with that special someone. And for those who love to dress the part, Valentine’s Day accessories and other wearables will do the trick!

By the way, if you haven’t signed up for our Valentine’s Day card swap yet, there’s still time! The sign up deadline in February 1st, so go sign up and then start making your handmade card. I haven’t decided what I’m making yet, but there are plenty of ideas floating around on the internet!

  1. Valentine Heart Cookie Sandwiches from Make and Takes
  2. Painted Heart Bag from V & Co.
  3. String Wall Art from Que Linda
  4. Pop-up Valentine Cards from Martha Stewart
  5. Glittered Mason Jars from Tatertots and Jello
  6. Crochet Heart Bobby Pins from With a Grateful Prayer and a Thankful Heart
  7. Striped Origami Heart Garland from How About Orange
  8. Love Frames from I Will Craft
  9. Stenciled Heart Bookmarks from 30 Handmade Days

Link Love: Valentine’s Day Extravaganza

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I promised you last week that I’d bring you even more Valentine’s Day goodness in this week’s Link Love installment, and boy did I deliver! In fact, I found so many cute Valentine craft ideas that I think I’ll just have to give you more next week. See my faves below, and check back next Thursday for more!

  1. Make a reverse applique Valentine’s Day skirt for a little girl from Craftiness is Not Optional.
  2. Conversation hearts might not taste very good, but they’re an adorable embellishment on this frame from Simply Crafty.
  3. Knit these gloves with love from Woman’s Day and give them to a loved one.
  4. Dollhouse Bake Shop made these edible Valentine’s Day teddy bears to attach to your homemade cards!
  5. There were red sequin hearts in last week’s post, and now Rae Gun Ramblings has a headband project to use up your leftovers.
  6. Turn that old romance novel into something truly romantic–a Valentine for your Valentine–from Sassy Style.
  7. Here’s another lovely piece of specimen art from My Garden of Eden, using dollar store supplies!
  8. This beautiful, flowery tissue paper wreath comes with a sweet tutorial at Thrifty Decorating.
  9. Everyday Art shows you how to make stitched Valentines, a project that even kids can do.

How to: Make Valentine Heart Crafts

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I’m not the greatest at crafting my own Valentine gifts or crafts, but I do have some ideas you might like. Valentine’s day is a little holiday that people like to show their favorite person how much they care. It’s a great time to get crafty and show what you’re capable of making for that special someone. Crafting something will also help you save money if you’re on a budget. Here are some great Valentine heart crafts:

Candy Cane Hearts– This is really more for a topper to a gift or another craft. If you have any leftover candy canes from Christmas-time then you can get crafty with them. Keep them in its wrapper and make them into the shape of a heart. You can then tape the two ends together so they’ll stay in that shape. It’s really cute to put on top of your wrapped gift, it’s just a little extra embellishment.

Egg Carton Heart– Now we’re really getting crafty and recycling at the same time. Help save the environment with this Valentine heart craft. All you need is a paper egg carton, not the styrofoam kind, pink, purple or red paint, cardstock and a larger frame. This is such an easy craft to make you have no idea. All you need to do is cut the bottom of the egg holders so each edge is the same height and they sit nicely.

You can cut them each apart so they’re their own holder. You then paint them whatever color you chose; pink, red or purple. Once it is dry you can glue the cartons on the cardstock in the shape of a heart. Once the glue is dry you can then paint in between each holder so it all flows nicely. Again, once everything is dry, probably best if it sits overnight, you can put it inside a large frame and get ready to hang it. This is a great Valentine heart craft that can be brought out every year.

Valentine Butterfly– This is more for the kids to help out with, but it’s great for their imaginations. This can really be made any way you want. I think the easiest would be to use foam shapes. You want four heart-shaped foam pieces, two big ones and two small ones. You also want two decently small heart shapes for the antennae, some pipe cleaners and googly eyes. Again, so easy to craft.

First, you take your long oval shape foam piece and glue the heart wings on the back side. The larger hearts are for the lower wings and the smaller hearts are for the upper wings. Press firmly so the glue really sticks. You can then take your pipe cleaners and glue it to the back of the head part and then glue the smallest hearts on the pipe cleaner for the cute antennae. Let dry for a little bit before you glue the googly eyes on. That’s it! You now have a cute Valentine butterfly. You can add more foam shapes on the wings if you want or glitter to add a little glam.

Guest Valentine Project: Clay Hearts of Many Dimensions

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Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the super-talented polymer clay artist Marie Segal has shared a wonderful project with step-by-step photos for making these clay “Hearts of Many Dimensions.” With a little hardware, they become sweet Valentine earrings. I can also imagine these hanging as a garland or decorating gift boxes. Check out the project at FaveCrafts.

Clay Valentine's Day Hearts by Marie Segal

Clay Valentine's Day Hearts by Marie Segal

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