Everybody loves hearts – how could you not? These heart crafts for adults are perfect for Valentine’s Day, or just to show your affection.
Remember the days when hearts were synonymous with over-the-top girly and Lisa Frank’s rainbow unicorns? Well, time flies, tastes evolve, and here I am, having a change of heart about, well, hearts!
Gone are the days when I viewed them as just a Valentine’s Day cliché. Nowadays, I see hearts as charming, versatile symbols that can add a dash of warmth and love to any day of the year.
But don’t worry, I’m not talking about those fluffy, frilly hearts that might make your inner minimalist cringe.
We’ve graduated to sleek, modern heart crafts that even your chic, sophisticated self can’t help but adore. It’s all about striking that perfect balance between sweet and stylish, sentimental and contemporary.
So, if you’re looking to infuse a little love into your crafting sessions without turning your home into a Valentine’s Day explosion, you’ve come to the right place.
I’ve scoured the crafty corners of the internet and gathered over 20 heart craft ideas that are perfect for adults. These projects are the epitome of modern elegance, with just the right touch of whimsy to keep things interesting.
From sophisticated home decor to stylish accessories, these heart-inspired crafts are perfect for any time of year.
Whether you’re a hopeless romantic or just looking for a fun way to spruce up your space, there’s something here for everyone.
Ready to embark on a heart-filled crafting journey that promises to be anything but boring? Grab your favorite crafting tools, and let’s dive into these creative, contemporary heart projects.
Scroll down to explore the collection and discover the perfect craft that’ll make your heart skip a beat – or at least make your crafting afternoon a whole lot more fun!
Heart Marquee
This awesome marquee was made using supplies from the hardware store. I love the beadboard background of this unique heart craft.
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Page Markers
These cute little DIY bookmarks can be made with any scrap paper that you have on hand. I love the white edging that makes them look a little bit more finished.
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Fingerless Gloves
What a sweet pair of tiny heart gloves! Find out how to knit them yourself. You can pick any primary and secondary color you like (these would look cute in pink!).
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Pom Pom Beanie
Want a hat to go along with your fingerless gloves? This tutorial uses an existing beanie. You can make the hearts and the pom pom any color you like.
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Wood Gift Tags
I love the contrast of these bright glitter tones with the stained wood tags – just add ribbon! Not only would they be cute gift tags, they'd also be fun ornaments on a valentine tree.
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Heart Photo Holders
It’s easy to turn chunky wood shapes into DIY heart photo holders! I used napkins to decorate this cute craft for Valentine’s Day decor.
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Coin Purse
I’ve never tried using a button stud closure, but this heart coin purse is the perfect reason to start.
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Heart Key Holder
I love the minimal look of this key holder. Why not make this and give someone the key to your heart (ba dum tss).
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Pom Pom Wreath
Haley re-used pom-poms that she made for her Christmas tree for this awesome DIY wreath.
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Sequin Candles
You can use loose sequins and sequin trim to decorate candles. If you're planning on burning them, you can do something similar with non-flammable glitter (get it online).
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Fingerprint Necklace
Create a clay heart necklace with your fingerprint and the fingerprint of your sweetheart. This would also make a nice keychain idea!
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Wooden Heart
Get out your miter saw for this cute wood project! Leave it as-is or paint it to match your décor. Stain would look pretty too!
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Cord Wrap
Use air dry clay and cookie cutter to make this useful heart shaped cord wrap. This is such a great gift idea for a teen for Valentine's Day!
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Origami Bookmark
Learn how to make an origami heart bookmark in a matter of minutes! This is so easy, you'll want to make hundreds of them.
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Paper Decorations
Hang them up in clusters or add a single one to a doorknob, however you use your paper heart decorations, they’re bound to make your heart smile!
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If you aren’t nearly done looking at heart crafts for adults, you might also like these other project ideas:
Thank you for including my Glitter Heart Pillow Amy! I am loving the list you put together 🙂