Valentine Doily Heart

If you're looking for a last minute Valentine craft project this is it! (Just allow enough time for the heart to dry.)



http://kidsactivitiesblog.com/24266/easy-valentine-craft

What you'll need:

-sturdy background paper I used Coredinations specialty paper in 'Fucshia'
-paint (we mixed red and white to achieve a pretty, Effervescent Ethel-approved pink shade)
-foam paintbrush or piece of sponge (a regular paintbrush will work as long as you *heed the warning.)
-paper doilies
-1or 2 pieces of paper to make samples

Decorations (optional)

-sequins
-buttons
-lace/ribbon
-glitter
-small rhinestones
-stickers
-glue

Place the doily face down on the paper (meaning the embossed part facing the paper). If you have the embossed side facing up you won't get that textured look. Using two doilies and 1-2 pieces of computer paper, make a sample first to see which you prefer. *Dip the foam paintbrush or sponge in the paint and dab (DO NOT rub) the paint evenly and with a light hand around the doily. If you add too much paint, dab too hard or make brush strokes on the paper instead of dabbing it the doily will tear because the paper doily is very delicate.

Carefully lift up and dry flat on a wire rack.

When dry, decorate as desired. Dry flat then display. Note: we added the loose glitter while the paint was still wet.

Cost: .39¢ total for each doily and paper or $1.99 total for all supplies

-$1 for set of 16 doilies @ Dollar Tree
-One piece of specialty paper on sale 3 for 99¢ (.33¢)

The rest of the craft items were from my surplus.

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