Decoupage Vase for Valentines Day

Turn a plain glass vase into a pretty handmade Valentine gift with this easy decoupage craft for kids. It is a fun way to recycle florist vases and create something special for someone you love. This simple project also works well for Mother’s Day, birthdays, or classroom activities.

Supplies

• Clear glass vase
• Tissue paper in red, pink, white, or other Valentine colors
• Mod Podge
• Foam brush
• Gold braid or ribbon

Instructions

1. Cut the tissue paper into small pieces in a variety of shapes and sizes.
2. Brush a section of the vase with Mod Podge.
3. Press tissue paper pieces onto the wet surface in a random pattern.
4. Brush another light coat of Mod Podge over the tissue paper.
5. Continue until the vase is completely covered.
6. Let the vase dry fully.
7. Add a gold braid or ribbon around the top or neck of the vase for a finishing touch.

Fun Facts

Did you know that millions of roses are grown just for Valentine’s Day each year? Red roses have long been linked with love and were said to be a favorite flower of Venus, the Roman goddess of love.

Tips

Tear the tissue paper instead of cutting it for a softer, textured look. Younger children may need help applying the Mod Podge evenly. Be sure the vase is completely dry before adding flowers or displaying it.

Patterns, Templates and Printables

This craft does not require a printable template. Use tissue paper in festive Valentine colors to create your own unique design.

Contributor

The FreeKidsCrafts Team

These projects are created by Terri, Betty, Jamie or one of the talented staff members at MakingFriends.com. They have been created exclusively for publication on FreeKidsCrafts.com with supplies you'll be able to find around your house.