Folk Valentine Hearts

In this Valentine's Day project you will learn how to make folk valentine hearts from recycled wool, felt or left over fabric.

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What you need

Fabric
Buttons
Edging
Needle & Thread

Instructions

There is something so lovely about a handmade Valentine that looks like it has come straight from an old sewing basket. These folk Valentine hearts are made with scraps of felt or recycled wool, vintage-style buttons, lace, trims and little embellishments — all those tiny bits and pieces we tend to save because “they’ll be useful one day.” Well, this is their day.

This is a sweet little scrap fabric Valentine craft for anyone who enjoys simple hand sewing, rustic decorating, or making heartfelt gifts without needing a trolley full of supplies. The finished hearts can be tucked into a gift basket, hung from a cupboard handle, displayed in a bowl, or even scented with a little lavender or potpourri to make a pretty handmade sachet.

I love projects like this because they don’t need to be perfect. A slightly wonky stitch, an odd button, or a bit of lace that doesn’t quite match only makes them more charming. Think vintage Valentine, farmhouse folk art, and a good excuse to finally raid that button tin.

1) First cut out two equally sized hearts from your choice of fabric.

2) With your needle and red thread sew on the buttons/findings of your choice onto the front of the heart.

3) Next whip stitch your fringe/lace/tinsel around the heart.

4) Now stitch together the back of the heart to the front of the heart leaving an opening at the top.

5) Stuff the heart with a cotton ball and then stitch it closed.

Display your hearts in a bowl or basket. These are easy to make and inexpensive, and look so cute displayed around the house for Valentine’s Day.