Embellishing a Pair of Valentine Pillows

Embellishing a Pair of Valentine Pillows

When I was deciding what I wanted to make for Valentine’s Day this year, I kept coming back to the idea of Valentine pillows. Embellishing some plain pillows from the thrift store is always a fun and easy project, plus I also had plenty of materials in my craft stash.Read more ›

DIY Wreath with a Valentine’s Candy Box

DIY Wreath with a Valentine’s Candy Box

When I was a little, I simply adored a chocolate heart box that held Valentine chocolates. Frilly, lacy, and covered in ruffles, they lined the grocery and drug store shelves. The fancier, the better, as far as I was concerned. And as I was brainstorming ideas for Valentine’s Day home decor this year, my mind went back in time to those Valentine’s candy boxes, and a simple craft project idea was born!Read more ›

Cross Stitch Heart on Cane Placemats

Cross Stitch Heart on Cane Placemats

There I was, on a thrifting adventure. I had walked around the store and didn’t find a single treasure for my cart. Don’t you hate it when that happens? Anyway, I hit the last corner of the store when my eyes spied some cane placemats. With Valentine’s Day decor on my mind, I was certain that a cross stitch heart would look darling on each one.

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Vintage Valentine Decorations on an Antique Rug Beater

Vintage Valentine Decorations on an Antique Rug Beater

So, Valentine’s Day isn’t much of a holiday in our house, truth be told. We’re pretty lovely-dovey all the time (I know, go ahead and roll your eyes) and I NEVER decorate for it. But, I had an idea for vintage valentine decorations rattling around in my head that just wouldn’t quit. Not only did it involve vintage valentines, but it also involved an antique rug beater, which is something I’d never upcycled before.  Read more ›