DIY Paper Heart Garland with Free Printable
Using these free printable Valentine craft templates makes creating this simple 3-D Valentine banner easy and affordable to put together. The DIY Valentine banner, a free printable paper craft, includes floral and polka dot patterns so you do not need patterned cardstock. All you need to do is print and cut.
You can fold the Valentine shapes open to make it 3D, or you can leave it flat as I did for a softer, more vintage look.
Valentine Craft Banner Supplies
- The Valentine templates free printable PDFs (see links below)
- Plain cardstock or regular printing paper
- Scissors
- Twine
- Sewing machine
Printable Valentine Banner Tutorial
To create this Valentine’s Day banner, print out four copies of each of the printable Valentine craft templates. You can print more or less, depending on the length of the banner you want.
Printable Valentine Craft Templates
These free printable templates are sized to work together and include both floral and polka dot designs. Choose one color or mix them for a softer, layered look.
Cut out the printable Valentine craft templates from the printable sheets before sewing.
Carefully and slowly sew along the twine, watching your fingers, as the needle approaches where you want the first heart, and stop sewing.
Layer the four Valentines and slide them underneath the twine and the sewing foot. Do this to line up the Valentine heart’s center with the needle.
Sew the twine and the paper hearts together. Continue past the hearts and keep sewing until you get to where you want the next heart to be.
On this banner, I would sew until the end of the previous Valentine reaches the edge of the sewing machine plate to keep the spacing even.
Repeat until you attach all the Valentines.
ven with sewing this slowly, the sewing only took 10 minutes. I was surprised and pleased that I was able to just sew along the entire length. I did not need to cut the thread or glue, or staple or fiddle with anything. It worked very smoothly.
This banner costs less than a dollar to make. I think it is perfect for teachers, a little one’s room, a winter classroom, or a friend with an office cubicle.
Other Paper Craft Ideas to Try
Here are some other Valentine and paper craft projects you may like. They are all easy to make, inexpensive, and perfect for staying cozy at home.
Vintage Style Paper Dress Banner
This little vintage dress banner is perfect for a child’s room, a party, or soft Valentine decorating, and it remains one of my most popular paper craft projects.
Brown Paper Rose Valentine Wreath
This brown paper rose Valentine wreath uses basic materials to create a romantic, handmade look that works well for both winter and Valentine decor.
Paper Banner with DIY Paper Flowers
This paper banner is in my craft room, but is also perfect for Valentine’s Day with paper lace doilies, pink cardstock, and sweet white paper flowers.
so stinkin’ sweet, Leanna! And very thoughtful to use print on your printable! Pinned… thanks, again, for sharing on Homestyle Gathering!
This is beautiful! Love the colors and papers you used. Pinned!
Thank you very much for pinning, I find making banners really fun and they are such an inexpensive way to decorate.
I love this heart garland. So pretty and great for Valentine’s Day.
Please stop by Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop since you are my feature.
Hugs,
Bev
Thank you very much for the feature, that’s great news. I will for sure drop by.
Such a pretty banner! Love those little hearts. Never thought of sewing paper. Clever. 🙂
Hi Stephanie: I tried sewing paper together for the first time about six months ago and it works really well.
So romantic and pretty – I love the vignette you created. And thank you for the sewing instructions. Pinning !!
Thank you, Christine. I recently came across the grain scoop and it looked like the perfect farmhouse style display piece.
Soooo pretty, I love the patterns and colours you’ve mixed here, just lovely.
Thank you for saying so Julie. I thought the modern blue, and of course pink made it less gender specific that the over the top romantic style.
So sweet! Love patterned paper garlands.
I just started doing banners garlands a couple of years ago and now I really love using them and making them. Thank you for commenting
What a beautiful garland, Leanna! Pinned
Thank you for the pin and staying in touch. I am glad you like it.
I saw your Valentine banner at the dishing & digging it party, Leanna, and knew before pressing the link that it was yours because of your signature elegant romantic style! Very pretty banner – pinned
Your such a sweetheart Marie. Thank you for choosing mine to comment on when you recognized it. It very nice to know that I am developing a certain “look” to my photographs, its a goal I am working hard on. Thank you so very much for noticing and providing me feedback on it.
Such a cute idea for adding a little holiday flare to your decor! I don’t know why I never decorate for Valentine’s Day but you’ve inspired me!
I don’t do very much for Valentine’s day anymore as we are empty nesters. The decor itself is so pretty and appealing though. I hope you find time to do some and enjoy it. Happy Valentines
This is so lovely. I love how you made it with dimension.
Thank you, Debra. I made it to open up and then liked it flat. Go figure… but its nice to have the choice.