I have a confession: I am completely obsessed with Valentine’s Day decor that costs next to nothing. And this year, the yarn heart DIY has stolen my heart completely. With just a few dollar store supplies, you can create these soft, textured hearts that feel warm and handmade without breaking the bank. I’m sharing a roundup of different ways to use them from simple garlands to thoughtful gifts. Let’s get into the ideas.
Classic Wrapped Yarn Hearts for a Mantel Display
This is where most people start, and for good reason. Pick up a pack of foam hearts at the dollar store they are usually in the craft aisle. Grab a skein of yarn in red, pink, or even cream and some white craft glue.
To wrap, apply a tiny dab of glue to the back of the foam heart and secure the yarn end. Then start winding around and around. Keep the strands close together so no foam shows. When you finish, tuck the end under a wrapped layer and add a dot of glue. These look fantastic sitting in a small bowl on your mantel or coffee table.
For a more rustic feel, use jute twine instead of yarn. The dollar store often sells both, so you can mix and match textures.
Mini Yarn Heart Garland for a Door or Window
Slightly smaller hearts make a super cute garland. You can buy the same foam hearts and just cut them in half lengthwise yourself, or look for the tiny ones that sometimes come in packs of eight.
Wrap each mini heart in a different color maybe pink, coral, and a soft gray. Then string them together with a strong thread or thin ribbon. I like to space them about six inches apart. Drape the garland over a mirror, across a window frame, or even along a bookshelf.
- Tip: Use a needle to thread the string through the back of each heart. This keeps the front looking clean.
- Tip: Add small wooden beads from the dollar store between each heart for extra charm.
- Tip: If the hearts are too heavy for regular thread, double it up or use fishing line.
Felt and Yarn Combo Hearts for a Cozy Card
This idea is perfect if you want to give a handmade card that feels special. Grab a piece of felt from the dollar store and cut out a heart shape. Then wrap yarn around it just like you would with foam, but this time you can stitch the yarn in place if you want a more secure hold.
I like to use a contrasting color yarn on top of the felt. For example, a white felt heart wrapped with bright pink yarn. Glue the finished yarn heart onto a blank card or a folded piece of cardstock. Inside, write a simple note. This is a thoughtful gift that costs almost nothing but shows real effort.
You can also stitch a small loop of yarn to the top and use it as an ornament for a gift bag.
Yarn Heart Gift Tags for Thoughtful Presents
Gift tags are often overlooked, but a handmade yarn heart tag turns any present into a keepsake. Use the smallest foam hearts you can find, or cut your own out of cardboard. Wrap them with a thin layer of yarn in a single color or a stripe pattern by switching yarn halfway through.
Poke a hole near the top with a needle or a small skewer. Thread a piece of baker’s twine or ribbon through and tie it to your gift. I love using these on jars of homemade hot chocolate mix or on a new mug. The receiver can keep the tag as a little decoration after the gift is opened.
Fuzzy Yarn Heart Pillow Embellishments
If you have a plain throw pillow that needs a seasonal update, this trick works wonders. Make a large yarn heart using the same wrapping
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