Crafty Cupid: DIY Valentine Decor on a Budget

Crafty Cupid: DIY Valentine decor on a Budget!

Hey there, party enthusiasts and creative souls! 🎉 Ready to sprinkle some love on your next celebration? Well, I’ve got some fantastic and budget-friendly ideas for you – a DIY Valentine tablecloth, heart garland and an easy backdrop. I am using construction-grade rosin paper from Home Depot a touch of black and gold paint magic, dollar store gold plastic tablecloth and some scrapbook paper!

Materials Needed:

• Construction-grade rosin paper roll (36″ wide, 167 feet long, $13.98)
• Black paint
• Gold paint
• Foam Brush
• Blue tape
• Gold dollar store plastic tablecloth
• scissors
• Red and white scrapbook paper
• Cricut machine or hand cut hearts
• String
• Your crafting spirit! 🎨

Let’s Get Valentine Cupid Crafty!

Step 1: Make Tablecloth

First things first, roll out the rosin paper to cover your table. I went for a long piece, but keep in mind, it’s more of a large Valentine table runner if your table is wider. Secure the ends with blue tape – it’s a crafting superhero that won’t rip your masterpiece!

Step 2: Paint the Love Grab your foam brush, and let’s get artsy! Paint large X and O’s all down the paper.

The beauty of this project is its imperfection – no need to be Picasso here, just embrace the fun! Rows on an angle give it a unique twist, but feel free to let your creativity flow in any direction. My daughter painted this tablecloth and added one row of gold X and O’s for a fun touch.

Bonus Tip: Remember that time I turned a white sheet into a fantastic photo booth for a youth Valentine Party? Check out the vibes here: Youth Valentine Party Photo Booth. Same technique, different canvas – possibilities are endless!

Why I Love This DIY:

• It’s super affordable – $13.98 for a roll that covers multiple celebrations!
• Versatility alert! Use it for various holidays, birthdays, baby showers, or any excuse for a festive gathering.
• No need to stress about perfection – imperfections make it uniquely yours.
• Crafting memories with your own hands? Priceless!

Cupids Heart Garland

Next up is the super easy to make heart garlands. I had my granddaughter get involved in this project. Ella used a Cricut machine to cut out red and white hearts. Using the long mat with multiple pieces of scrapbook paper make it go so fast!

Once Ella cut out all the hearts she laid them on the table and placed a long piece of bakers twine down the center. Ella used tape to hold them onto the string.

It was so easy! I used this same idea for my Galentine’s party that I did here.

Once the cupids heart garlands were made Ella hung them around my chalkboard in the dining room.

So cute and easy to make! I love involving the grandkids in party decorations!

Easy Peasy Backdrop

This backdrop made from dollar store plastic tablescloths is awesome and oh so easy to make! Simply fold the tablecloth and cut up little strips. Make sure to leave a solid area at the top for hanging.

Unfold and use tape to hang in an entry like we did in my dining room. Or use it as a photo back drop. It does not get any easier than this! We hung the fluffy coffee filter garland that my friend made years ago for my daughters bridal shower. I love this thing! You can crumple it up and stuff it in a box and fluffy it out again when you are ready to use it.

So, my dear readers, are you ready to transform your dining room into a canvas of love? Grab those supplies, put on your crafting playlist, and let the love flow! Share your creations with me, and let’s spread the DIY joy together. Happy crafting! 💕🎨

More to come about this party including fun Valentine food ideas! You are going to love it!

Cheers to creating unforgettable moments at Karin’s Kottage! 🏡