This easy Valentine’s Craft idea is not only fun to make, you can also fill it with fun things like candies, gift cards or cookies! Put a smile on someone’s face with this fun and easy DIY craft idea.
Hello Islanders!
With Valentine’s day coming soon, I wanted to share a fun (and frugal) gift idea using items from the dollar store. I made this project at the CHA show last week and I wanted to share it because it is simple, frugal, and quick. My kind of craft!
This makes a fun activity for kids and adults alike. Whether it is a Valentine’s day party or a spring tea, this activity is always a fun one. Just be sure that an adult is able to help with the curing process.
Valentine’s Craft Idea – Painted Cup
Supplies & Equipment Needed
- Ceramic mug in a white or light color
- Paint Markers – It is very important to use Waterproof Paint markers for this project.
- Oven
Choosing your Design
Using the markers, you can create a design on your mug. I decided to keep it super simple and draw hearts all over the mug. You can also draw a combination of hearts and something else, like flowers or butterflies. You don’t need to be super artistic to decorate the cup.
I would keep the design at least 1/2″ from the edge of the cup. You can even add a few decorative hearts or curves on the handle.
Then just start drawing on the cup. You can use a couple of colors too. Be careful not to smear the cup while you are designing it. It is best to start on one side of the handle and work your way around until you reach the other side.
Once you have finished, let the ink dry a bit.
Then seal your project in a 300 oven for 30 minutes. This is important to set the paint on your Valentine’s mug.
They are fun to make and do not require you to be a great artist (thank goodness!) If you want, you can make some homeamde hot chocolate mix and include a little baggie of it or a pack of instant coffee.
Don’t forget to bookmark this fun craft idea.
For more Valentine’s Day gift and celebration ideas, check out these:
- Make a movie from some of your photos.
- Make these heart-shaped cookies or other Valentine’s cookies.
- Give the kids one or all of these fun Valentine’s printable activity pages to do.
Valentine’s day dollar store decorations
Valentine’s Day Family Style
I hope you enjoyed this Valentine’s Craft Idea.
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We hope you loved this simple dollar store craft idea. How about you – are you fall crafting yet?
How are you celebrating Valentine’s Day?
LuAnn Braley says
Dollar store here I come!!! (Oh, where can I get those markers?)
Raquel says
Yes LuAnn – dollar stores for the cups and JoAnn’s or Michael’s for the markers 🙂
Tamara says
It’s a GREAT gift! And you make such neat hearts. I don’t have as much faith in my heart-drawing ability.
Raquel says
Thank you Tamara! It’s about the only thing I can draw!
Akaleistar says
You draw such pretty hearts!
Happy Kids, Inc says
LOVE this idea!
Raquel says
Thank you!
Sharon says
How neat! One year, when I was a public school teacher, one of my parents gave me a cup that was decorated with a marker. It was so cute! I love this one too!
Raquel says
Thank you Sharon! Yes, these make great teacher gifts too. 🙂
Emily says
Wait, this is awesome, and I love the hearts, but is it dishwasher safe? If so, I’m running out to buy some! 🙂
Raquel says
Yes, top shelf recommended, but you have to cure it first. 30 minutes in a 300° oven.
debbiedoos says
My kinda crafting right here..cute, simple and cheap. LOVE it.
Easy Life Meal & Party Planning says
The coffee cups are so cute and easy! Love your tablescape too! Stopping by from the Create, Love & Share party.
Easy Life Meal & Party Planning says
Love the coffee cups and they are so easy to do which is a bonus. I also think the tablescape is great and [email protected] Very nice
Tara says
I have been searching for a pen that won’t disappear with dishwashing or rubbing. Have you washed this mug a few times now and how is it holding up? If it has proven durable, you have made my day!!
Raquel says
Yes, I have handwashed this mug and it is still good. I use a sponge as opposed to a brush, but may try it just to see if it affects it.
Dee says
These are so cute! I’ve made decorated plates before but haven’t tried mugs. Have a great day! Dee 🙂
Raquel says
Thanks Dee. I love these markers and can’t wait to try them on other dishes.
LISA DIAZ says
Great Idea! Thanks for sharing!
Raquel says
I love doing dollar store crafts. Thanks for stopping by.
Triveni says
So NICE 🙂 THANK U for sharing
Raquel says
My pleasure – it was so simple (and inexpensive) I had to share! 🙂