Valentine's Day Garland

Are you looking for a simple but adorable way to spruce up your house for Valentine's Day? I am in love with this craft - my house will probably have paper garlands draped everywhere!

My sister over at The Life of Jennifer Dawn has a special knack for garlands! Make sure to check out some of hers. 

Supplies:

3" heart punch (or any shape / size)

cute paper (double-sided is best)

sewing machine

thread

Making the Garland:

1. Punch out all your hearts. It is better if the paper is double sided - just in case the hearts spin around when you hang the garland. 

2. Lay out your pattern - it will be easier when you are sewing if your pieces are already lined up. 

3. Adjust your sewing machine - you want a longer stitch and to turn down the presser foot pressure. {Remember that sewing with paper will dull your needle - so you'll want to set this needle aside specifically for paper.}

Pull the thread out to leave a tail before sewing the first heart. Begin stitching right through the paper cut out -- no backstitch needed! Make about 6-8 stitches in between each heart. Continue sewing until your garland is the desired length. Leave a tail of thread at the end for hanging. 

4. Hang your garland!

Didn't I tell you these were easy? You'll be addicted! 

I also made a moustache garland! They just make me smile.

Happy Crafting!