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Simple Valentine's Craft Idea

Published: Jan 16, 2014 · Modified: Jan 16, 2021 by Raquel · This post may contain affiliate links · 22 Comments

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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. 

This simple Valentine's gift idea is easy to make and super inexpensive with cups from the dollar store!

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 

white mugs

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 ½" 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.

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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.

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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. 

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Don't forget to bookmark this fun craft idea.

 DIY Valentine's Gift 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

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Valentine's Day Family Style

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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?

 

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Comments

  1. LuAnn Braley

    January 16, 2014 at 9:51 am

    Dollar store here I come!!! (Oh, where can I get those markers?)

    Reply
    • Raquel

      January 20, 2014 at 6:43 pm

      Yes LuAnn - dollar stores for the cups and JoAnn's or Michael's for the markers 🙂

      Reply
  2. Tamara

    January 16, 2014 at 2:46 pm

    It's a GREAT gift! And you make such neat hearts. I don't have as much faith in my heart-drawing ability.

    Reply
    • Raquel

      January 20, 2014 at 6:39 pm

      Thank you Tamara! It's about the only thing I can draw!

      Reply
  3. Akaleistar

    January 16, 2014 at 6:45 pm

    You draw such pretty hearts!

    Reply
  4. Happy Kids, Inc

    January 21, 2014 at 11:04 pm

    LOVE this idea!

    Reply
    • Raquel

      January 22, 2014 at 5:32 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  5. Sharon

    January 22, 2014 at 2:21 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • Raquel

      January 22, 2014 at 5:32 pm

      Thank you Sharon! Yes, these make great teacher gifts too. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Emily

    January 22, 2014 at 8:34 pm

    Wait, this is awesome, and I love the hearts, but is it dishwasher safe? If so, I'm running out to buy some! 🙂

    Reply
    • Raquel

      January 23, 2014 at 6:03 am

      Yes, top shelf recommended, but you have to cure it first. 30 minutes in a 300° oven.

      Reply
  7. debbiedoos

    January 23, 2014 at 7:29 am

    My kinda crafting right here..cute, simple and cheap. LOVE it.

    Reply
  8. Easy Life Meal & Party Planning

    January 25, 2014 at 8:10 am

    The coffee cups are so cute and easy! Love your tablescape too! Stopping by from the Create, Love & Share party.

    Reply
  9. Easy Life Meal & Party Planning

    January 25, 2014 at 8:12 am

    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

    Reply
  10. Tara

    January 28, 2014 at 9:26 pm

    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!!

    Reply
    • Raquel

      January 29, 2014 at 8:43 pm

      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.

      Reply
  11. Dee

    January 29, 2014 at 7:07 am

    These are so cute! I've made decorated plates before but haven't tried mugs. Have a great day! Dee 🙂

    Reply
    • Raquel

      January 29, 2014 at 8:43 pm

      Thanks Dee. I love these markers and can't wait to try them on other dishes.

      Reply
  12. LISA DIAZ

    January 29, 2014 at 8:12 am

    Great Idea! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Raquel

      January 29, 2014 at 8:44 pm

      I love doing dollar store crafts. Thanks for stopping by.

      Reply
  13. Triveni

    February 17, 2014 at 2:40 am

    So NICE 🙂 THANK U for sharing

    Reply
    • Raquel

      February 17, 2014 at 7:03 am

      My pleasure - it was so simple (and inexpensive) I had to share! 🙂

      Reply

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