Love is in the air — and on this list! Get 50+ DIY Valentine decor ideas that will bring romance to any room in your home.
Ah, the post-holiday blues. The twinkling lights are packed away, the cheerful Christmas decor is back in its box(es), and suddenly, your home feels a tad… well, underdressed.
As we bid adieu to the festive season, we welcome a new opportunity to sprinkle a dash of charm around our homes. Yes, you guessed it – Valentine’s Day is on the horizon!
I’m not just talking about slapping on a heart-shaped sticker and calling it a day. Oh no, we’re visiting the world of DIY Valentine decor – an escapade of pinks, reds, and everything heart-shaped.
It’s about creating a space that doesn’t just look love-struck, but feels it too.
Imagine swapping out your usual art pieces for ones that sing sonnets of love, or maybe tweaking the usual mantel décor to narrate a tale of romance. A pillow here, a wreath there, and perhaps a couple of strategically placed, love-themed trinkets on your bookshelf.
Now, I know what you’re thinking. “Where do I even begin?” Well, that’s where I step in. I’ve scoured, searched, and selected over 50 phenomenal DIY Valentine’s decor ideas.
These aren’t your run-of-the-mill decorations. Each of these ideas is a unique expression of love, designed to transform your home into a Valentine’s Day haven.
As you scroll through these ideas, I invite you to let your imagination roam free. Which of these can you see adorning your home? How would you add your personal touch to these projects? Remember, the beauty of DIY is in making each piece distinctly yours!
So, without further ado, let’s explore these 50+ DIY Valentine’s decor projects. From the subtle and sophisticated to the bold and beautiful, there’s something here for every taste and style.
And hey, don’t be shy to drop your thoughts in the comments below. I’m all ears for your ideas, experiences, and of course, which decor piece stole your heart!
DIY Valentine Decor
Love is in the air — and on this list! Get 50+ DIY Valentine decor ideas that will bring romance to any room in your home.
1
Crochet Heart Pillow
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Get the free pattern for this sweet crochet heart pillow. I love the cute little face!
2
Rainbow Heart Wreath
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You won't believe how easy it was for Kara to make this colorful wreath! It is made using heart-shaped paper plates.
3
Faux Cross Stitch Art
Make this simple and pretty Valentine’s Day art using a wood pallet and Duck Tape! So easy, even a kid can do it. Use this cross stitch idea for a variety of designs.
4
Heart String Art
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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!).
5
Cross Stitch Quote on Canvas
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Put your favorite quote on canvas using this simple tutorial. This cross stitch quote can be customized and it’s so fun (and easy) to make!
6
Rainbow Heart Banner
Photo Credit:www.momtastic.com
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.
7
No Sew Heart Pillow
Learn how to make a DIY heart pillow for Valentine's Day and beyond! This is simple to do with Mod Podge photo transfer medium.
8
Wooden Bead Garland
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Create your own wooden bead garland perfect for Valentine's Day! I really like the addition of the wood slice with a wood burned heart.
9
Hanging Flower Heart
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You'll need Styrofoam, dollar store faux flowers and a glue gun to make this impressive (but super easy) floral heart!
10
"I Love You" Photo Frame
Show a loved one how special they are with this DIY picture frame – add a little Mod Podge and aqua paint to your Valentine’s Day crafts!
11
Lips Pillow
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Get the free pattern to make this fun red hot lips pillow! It is great for Valentine's Day but would look cute any time of year.
12
XOXO Sign
Learn how to make a simple Valentine's Day wooden sign featuring an XOXO design. You're going to love this easy decor.
13
Heart Shaped Baskets
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Here is another crochet idea for Valentine's Day. These were made using t-shirt yarn and they can hold some little knickknacks or candy!
14
Heart Wall Art
Photo Credit:diycandy.com
Create this unique heart wall art with basic hexagon tiles found at the hardware store. Make any design with your favorite colors. So easy!
15
Bunny Tail Wreath
Photo Credit:happyhappynester.com
I love the soft, fuzzy pink look of this wreath—very romantic. This would look great anywhere in your home!
16
Pressed Flower Heart
Photo Credit:www.weekendnotes.com
This flower heart art is a beautiful example of a pressed flower craft! This could be left up year-round.
17
Faux Metal XOXO
Photo Credit:tonalitydesigns.com
Find out how easy it is to turn paper mache letters into aged gold letters using Liquid Leaf.
18
Wood Pallet Heart
Learn how to make this wood pallet heart decor for Valentine’s Day! This is the perfect easy project for rustic or farmhouse decor.
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Copper Heart
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I love the simplicity of this wreath idea. It is just soft copper pipe bent into the shape of a heart!
20
Valentine's Day House
Add some love to your holiday decor with this DIY Valentine’s Day paper mache house! Alter with all sorts of pretty embellishments.
21
Heart of Hearts Embroidery Hoop
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This ombre heart wall hanging would look great in any room or even on your front door instead of a wreath! You don't need a cutting machine for this project, but it might be helpful.
22
Wood Slice Heart
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Maybe you like your home decor to be a bit more rustic? This is a great one for Valentine's Day that you're going to want to keep up all year!
23
Heart Photo Holders
Make charming heart photo holders using chunky wood shapes and clothespins! You can decorate these with the napkin design of your choice.
24
Button Canvas Art
Learn how to make this button art the easy way! Add a simple painted border and then make a circle of buttons. The special Valentine touch is the glitter heart.
25
Heart Jars
Photo Credit:www.itallstartedwithpaint.com
It wasn't until I saw these jars that I was reminded you can make the cutest heart shapes with fingerprints! Kids will love helping decorate these to make Valentine's Day vases.
26
Conversation Heart Magnets
Photo Credit:diycandy.com
To profess my love for conversation hearts, I made some colorful little Valentine’s Day magnets! What a great gift idea, and so easy.
27
Heart String Lights
Photo Credit:www.pillarboxblue.com
Wow! I love the way these DIY string lights turned out. Can you believe they are made using shrink plastic?
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Arrow Art
Photo Credit:diycandy.com
This DIY Valentine’s Day arrow art is easy for anyone to make – no nails required, and you can grab a free printable to help you. So cute!
29
Tissue Paper Frame
This Mod Podge tissue paper frame is budget friendly and only takes a few minutes to make! Kids will love this easy and colorful idea.
30
Old Shutter with Love
Photo Credit:www.hugedomains.com
An old shutter makes a great surface for crafts with wood letters! Adapt this Valentine's Day decor idea to your own style.
31
Heart Window Clings
These valentine window clings are so easy – all you need is colorful acrylic paint and Mod Podge to make this fun glass clings for kids!
32
Love You Frame
Photo Credit:diycandy.com
Create a simple DIY Valentine’s Day frame using patterned Duck Tape tape and Scrabble letters. Makes such a sweet decoration or gift!
33
Lavender Sachets
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Add these cute heart-shaped lavender sachets to your drawers, give them as gifts, or string them together to make a lovely garland!
34
Paper Flower Heart
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Have you ever made rolled paper flowers? They are super easy to make and look great on this multicolored heart art piece.
35
Secret Pocket Pillow
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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.
36
LOVE Canvas
Learn how to make a DIY love canvas that looks great as Valentine’s Day decor, but it’s also perfect for a kids’ room or baby nursery.
37
Mason Jar Lantern
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If you don't have a die cutter, it's okay . . . you can cut out stickers from adhesive vinyl anyway. The peek through heart windows of this Valentine's Day lantern can be adapted to any holiday.
38
Embroidery Hoop Heart
Thislittle mixed fabric hoop valentine decor features a little heart and is cute enough to stay up all year! It’s easy to make withFabric Mod Podge.
39
Button Heart
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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.
40
Abstract Heart Painting
Photo Credit:www.thecreativityexchange.com
Use this easy step by step tutorial to create a DIY abstract heart painting on any canvas size. Lots of inspiration to help you choose colors.
41
Heart-Shaped Mesh Wreath
Photo Credit:diycandy.com
Learn how to make a valentine mesh wreath shaped like a heart! This deco mesh valentine wreath is perfect holiday decor for beginners.
42
Scrap Wood Love Note Holder
Learn how to make DIY Valentine's Day decor out of scrap wood! This is made to hold sweet love notes! Will you "bee my valentine?"
43
Folded Hearts
Create varying sizes of the folded paper hearts to display on a mantel or shelf for the holiday.
44
Vintage Style Valentine Wreath
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Use vintage valentines, a few supplies, and a pink form to make this unique valentine wreath in 15 minutes. Easy enough for kids and adults!
45
Heart Tree
Photo Credit:www.fleecefun.com
Trees aren't just for Christmas! This one is made using various shades of felt hearts and a wood round.
46
Heart Accent Wall
Photo Credit:diycandy.com
Stick a whole bunch of these heart DIY wall decals onto your living room wall to make a fun (and temporary) Valentine’s Day themed accent wall!
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Heart Wall Hanging
Photo Credit:akailochiclife.com
This heart shaped wall hanging looks like it is a latch hook project — but it isn't! It is so much easier; check it out.
48
Leafy Heart Wreath
Photo Credit:www.thelatinanextdoor.com
This eucalyptus heart wreath is a knockoff Grandin Road DIY project. The original is just under $100 and this version is less than $20!
49
Valentine Table Runner
Photo Credit:www.anightowlblog.com
This is such a simple DIY project! Create a table runner using foam hearts glued together.
50
Yarn Wrapped Hearts
Photo Credit:www.itallstartedwithpaint.com
Fill a bowl or vase with these yarn wrapped hearts for a subtle Valentine's Day decoration. This is a great budget-friendly craft!
51
Rustic Wooden Heart
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Grab your miter saw and a 2x4 to make this wooden heart. It looks great with or without stain!
52
Natural Hearts
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Use some twigs, a cutting machine (or scissors) and shades of pink paper to make this natural Valentine's Day decor.
Did these DIY Valentine decor ideas put you in the mood for love? Why not share with your friends and family using the buttons below? Then check out these other great Valentine’s Day crafts:
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