Valentine Word Block - Hugs

I love to make word blocks.  They are quick, easy, and most of the time turn out to be nice decorations.  Since Valentine's Day is coming quickly (& I needed something for the other side of my entry table) this is what I decided on.  

All you need is a cut 2x4 - I just went out into the garage and found a scrap that looked like it was the right size.

Paint the wood any color.

Add scrapbook paper to the front if you want - I love this textured paper I found at Michaels last year! Sand the edges of the paper for a distressed look.

For the words I found the awesome font here.  Cut it out of vinyl & apply.

I cut a strip of my glitter netting and tied it around the outside. 

I can think of a few other valentine words, so I'll have to make some more!

Welcome Valentine Craft

I love to decorate for holidays.  My mom always had fun decorations for each holiday, and the tradition stuck with me.  The best part about decorating for holidays is making decorations.

I saw a really cute welcome sign at a craft store last year.  It was too expensive for me.  I knew I could make my own version for a lot less money.

I started with unfinished wooden hearts (around 30 cents each).  I covered them with textured scrapbook paper.  Then I added glitter foam letters.  I glued them to a wide piece of ribbon and added a bow at the top.

Much cheaper and a lot more fun!  Later my mom & I made one for St. Patricks Day, but those pictures can wait until after Valentines Day.

~Amy