Hi there, Friends! I'm so glad you've stopped by for the first Creative Craft Blog Hop of the year! Today I'll show you how to upcycle not-so-pretty clearance art to craft a whimsical framed vintage valentine display to brighten up these winter days...
If you hopped over after visiting Gail from Purple Hues and Me, welcome! Remember the DIY framed pressed leaf art I shared last fall?
I kept the doilies, because valentines and doilies go together like bread and butter. Ready to make your own?
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Here's what you'll need:
Doilies (I used crocheted, but paper doilies will work too!)
(It's strong enough to hold the doilies in place, but won't damage the valentines if you need to remove them.)
First: attach the doilies to the base with the adhesive putty. (Be generous so they will adhere firmly.) Next: Arrange the valentines until you are pleased with the placement.
...and top left valentines are three-dimensional. These are the lids of my favorite Mary Engelbreit valentine tins that I hung with a thumbtack and secured with a little extra adhesive.
Voila, Valentine!
Here's a peek at my "new" upcycle hanging over the mantel.
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You had me at 'upcycle' and then there were doilies and vintage valentines! I love this project, Cecelia, I just wish I could find some vintage valentines.
ReplyDeleteThat putty is a brilliant idea Cecilia; I'll remember that! This project is wonderful on so many levels; you probably know by now how much I love crochet. And those vintage valentines!
ReplyDeleteOh my, Cecilia! I love it! You've made a heartwarming keepsake to cherish for years!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute frames, I love looking at your Valentine's card collection.
ReplyDeleteThis is just adorable Cecilia, and so smart to reuse your Fall board and transform it with Valentines! I love the crocheted doilies, so perfect with the sweet vintage Valentines! Such a cute way to add a little Valentine decor to your home!
ReplyDeleteJenna
Swoon! I love this vintage Valentines so much! I remember receiving the kitten one when I was little, its funny how memory works. This is a lovely way to display Valentines and your right Valentines and doilies go hand in hand.
ReplyDeleteMakes me want to go out looking for some vintage Valentines and make one for myself. I love how you framed these up. So very pretty and a keepsake!
ReplyDeleteI love this! You have the prettiest ideas.
ReplyDeleteI am so loving your vintage Valentine wall art!! That was very clever of you to use putty and tack pins for a temporary use. I'll have to keep your putty idea in mind.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a cute project. I LOVE the vintage valentines you selected. That kitten valentine is priceless!
ReplyDeleteHow cute & creative! I love those vintage Valentine's! Pinned!
ReplyDeleteAdorable. I especially liked the 3-dimensional look of using the tin lids! (this is from someone who punches holes in cardboard coasters to make garlands!!!). The added dimension adds interest IMO. I love vintage Valentines and especially liked the kitten, too!
ReplyDeleteLoving your frame and the Valentine cards, this is a great idea using a picture frame
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