Have you ever walked through Dollar Tree and wondered how to transform those simple craft supplies into something spectacular? Well these charming decoupage hearts will add a personal touch to your home decor and we’ll show you exactly how to create your own.
Why You’ll Love Crafting Decoupage Hearts
Creating a decoupage heart isn’t just about the end result – it’s about the journey of transforming simple materials into something meaningful. This project is perfect for crafters of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced DIY enthusiasts. The best part? You’ll only spend a few dollars on supplies, but the result looks like it came from a boutique home decor store.
The versatility of this project means you can customize it to match any decor style.
Can I Use Other Shapes for This Craft?
Absolutely! While hearts make perfect decor pieces for Valentine’s Day or romantic settings, the iron-on decoupage technique works beautifully with any shape you can find at Dollar Tree or other craft store. Consider these alternatives:
- Stars make stunning holiday decorations or year-round accents for a celestial-themed room;
- Butterflies can bring a touch of spring to any space;
- Circles create modern, minimalist wall art;
- Letters are fantastic for personalizing a child’s room or creating custom name displays.
The key is choosing a shape with enough surface area to showcase your chosen papers or tissues. Remember that simpler shapes are easier for beginners, while more complex designs might require additional patience and precision.
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Materials Needed
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- Wood heart surface (we got ours from Dollar Tree)
- Decorative paper napkins or Download and print out the “Love Notes” graphic paper we used
- Decoupage glue or Mod Podge
- Paintbrushes
- Gold paint
- Ribbon or scrap fabric
- Twine
- Paper tags
- Embellishments
- Hot glue gun
How to Craft a Decoupage Heart from Dollar Tree
I shared the instructions for this decoupage heart on a Facebook live, which you can watch here and all of the step by step instructions can be found in the video!
Let Your Creativity Flow
Dollar Tree decoupage crafts prove that creating beautiful home decor doesn’t require expensive supplies or advanced crafting skills. This heart project is just the beginning – once you master the basic technique, you’ll find yourself looking at Dollar Tree’s craft section with new creative possibilities in mind.
Remember, the joy of crafting comes from both the creative process and the pride of displaying your finished piece. So gather your supplies, let your creativity flow, and enjoy making something uniquely yours. Don’t forget to share your creations with friends and family – they might just be inspired to try their own Dollar Tree decoupage project!
More Heart Crafts to Make
- Farmhouse Decor with Dollar Tree Heart
- Crafting a Heart Sign with Seashells
- Craft a Lovely Cardboard Heart Sign
- Valentine Craft with Ribbon
- Heart Garland using Scrap Fabric
- Rose Petal Heart
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Crafting a Decoupage Heart from Dollar Tree
Materials
- Wood heart we got ours from Dollar Tree
- Decorative paper Napkins
- Decoupage glue or Mod Podge
- Paintbrushes
- Gold paint
- Ribbon or scrap fabric
- Twine
- Paper tags
- Embellishments
- Hot glue
Instructions
- Apply a coat of decoupage glue over the wood heart and both sides of the paper tag.
- Gently press your decorative napkin onto the heart and cut off any excess. Do the same for the tag, covering both sides.
- Take a bit of gold paint and dry brush the edges of the wood heart and let dry.
- Next wrap twine, ribbon or scrap fabric around the heart and hot glue into place.
- Finally, attach your tag with twine and any embellishments to finish your heart.
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