Upcycled Valentine’s Day Heart Flower Pots
Transform a thrifted sweater and simple terra cotta pots into charming, budget-friendly Valentine's Day decor. Perfect for centerpieces or handmade gifts!
Equipment
- large eye needle
- scissors
- hot glue gun
- small paintbrush
- emery board
Ingredients
- thrifted sweater (pinks, reds, with texture)
- 3:- 4" terra cotta pots
- chalk mineral paint
- decoupage paper
- mod podge
- heavy paper-covered floral wire for stems
- floral foam and moss
- embroidery floss
- fiberfill (or sweater scraps for stuffing)
Instructions
- Paint the Pots: Clean the terra cotta pots and apply one coat of chalk mineral paint. Let dry completely.
- Cut the Hearts: Use a template to cut two heart shapes from your thrifted sweater.
- Stitch and Stuff: Use a running stitch with embroidery floss to join the hearts, leaving a 1-inch gap. Lightly stuff with fiberfill or fabric scraps.
- Add the Stem: Insert the floral wire into the heart with a dab of hot glue, then stitch the heart closed.
- Decoupage the Pot: Cut your decoupage paper to fit the pot. Apply with Mod Podge, smoothing out any bubbles. Once dry, sand away excess paper at the rim with an emery board.
- Final Assembly: Place floral foam inside the pot, insert the heart stem, and cover the top with floral moss.
Notes
Thrifting Tip: Look for sweaters with unique knits or metallic threads to add extra texture to your hearts. These make wonderful "Galentine's" gifts for friends!