If you are looking for some fun craft ideas to celebrate the holiday of love, you’ve come to the right place! Enjoy creating and sharing the love with these 40+ Valentine crafts for adults.
Valentine’s Day is a time when love is in the air and craft stores become a wonderland of reds and pinks. It’s the season of expressing affection, not just through words but through the magic of DIY.
Let’s face it, while chocolates and flowers are great, there’s something extra special about a handmade gift that comes straight from the heart – and hands!
This is where the fun begins, especially for us adults who still believe in the power of a handmade token of love.
This blog post is a celebration of creativity and affection, a perfect blend for all you romantics and craft enthusiasts out there. I’m going to take you through a delightful journey of Valentine’s Day crafts for adults.
Cause kids aren’t the only ones who should get to have all the fun.
Whether it’s for your significant other, a dear friend, or even a self-love treat, a handmade craft is a memorable way to celebrate the day of love!
Before you get started – here are two things to consider. Let’s talk about color palettes and then crafting themes.
Color Palettes
Not everything has to be red and shades of pink. Below are some other ideas for color combinations in golds, greens, pastels, and even magenta:
Teal and Rose GoldConversation Heart PastelsShades of Magenta
Craft Themes
Although hearts are the most common thing associated with Valentine’s Day, your theme could also be: cupid, roses, love, bow and arrow, or kisses.
I’ve collected over 45 fun adult craft ideas you can make to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year. There is something for everyone – from wall art to jewelry. There’s even a giant floral heart that’s perfect for holiday decor!
Let’s embrace the spirit of DIY and spread some handmade love this holiday. Take a peek at the ideas below and let me know which ones you try in the comments.
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Hanging Flower Heart
You'll need Styrofoam, dollar store faux flowers and a glue gun to make this impressive (but super easy) floral heart!
When it comes to decorating & DIY, string art is a staple! It's an easy craft that is perfect for using as home decor, and anyone of any skill level can do it (plus it can be customized!).
Make an easy and cute Valentine's Day card with minimal supplies! This simple card comes together quickly and is a perfect craft activity for adults or kids.
This is a fun little rainbow heart banner made with felt and string, using a cookie cutter. You can use a sewing machine, or you can hand sew to complete this project.
Learn how to add a panel in the back of a sweater – with a big piece of lace! This is a fun fashion project you can do with a cardigan or any other piece of clothing you can sew.
Perfect for Valentine's Day, this wooden block photo holder is made using basic supplies. This is such a cute idea for a recently married or newly engaged couple!
The combination of leather with little metal hearts is so cute, don't you think? Tara will show you how easy it is to make this bracelet with some fishing wire.
This crochet snowflake has a cute little heart in the center and would look great made in red as well. Leave it white, and it is great all winter long!
You can find a wood heart at pretty much any craft store. Grab some buttons and get decorating to make a unique piece of art you can put on the mantel or anywhere else you like to decorate for Valentine's Day.
This is a VERY simple sewing project that you could even do by hand if you wanted to! Make a small square pillow with a cute heart envelope in the front for a sweet message.
Candy conversation hearts aren't for everyone! Even if you don't love the candy, I think you'll admit there's something special about this Valentine's Day party banner.
Need a simple Valentine's Day decor idea that you can make with some basic materials? This homemade banner is perfect! Use heart cards and fabric strips.
Decorate mason jars and fill them with sweets for your sweetie. What do I want to see through those heart windows? Sweet Tart hearts . . . but that's just a personal preference!
This five minute project is all about sharing the love. These adorable Scrabble tile inspired DIY coasters are the perfect Valentine’s gift idea or even a fantastic wedding or anniversary gift idea!
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