The
inspiration for this project came from Right Start Blog.
Since it is close to Valentine’s Day, the project was easily modified. To get the heart shapes, I folded one edge of my paper tube, using a butter knife (or you can use a bone folder) to get a nice straight edge. Then, I creased the top of the tube to get the heart shape. I cut 1” pieces. One paper towel tube gave me enough hearts, but it will depend on the size of garland you make.
I punched small holes at the top and bottom of each heart. Then, my little man painted them all red. If you are adventurous, like me, use acrylic paint for a nice coat. If you are not so adventurous, washable paint is fine but will need several coats.
Once paint is dried, cut standard pipe cleaners (chenille stems) in half. Make a small curl in the bottom and thread through holes. Make a loop at the top for hanging. Cut your ribbon to the length of your mantel (or however long you want your garland). I had my little man attach the hearts to the ribbon. And voila! A very simple but cute Valentine’s decoration.
This project lends to any color you desire. I chose a monochromatic design.
Since it is close to Valentine’s Day, the project was easily modified. To get the heart shapes, I folded one edge of my paper tube, using a butter knife (or you can use a bone folder) to get a nice straight edge. Then, I creased the top of the tube to get the heart shape. I cut 1” pieces. One paper towel tube gave me enough hearts, but it will depend on the size of garland you make.
I punched small holes at the top and bottom of each heart. Then, my little man painted them all red. If you are adventurous, like me, use acrylic paint for a nice coat. If you are not so adventurous, washable paint is fine but will need several coats.
Once paint is dried, cut standard pipe cleaners (chenille stems) in half. Make a small curl in the bottom and thread through holes. Make a loop at the top for hanging. Cut your ribbon to the length of your mantel (or however long you want your garland). I had my little man attach the hearts to the ribbon. And voila! A very simple but cute Valentine’s decoration.
This project lends to any color you desire. I chose a monochromatic design.
Here is
our creation:
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