Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to create something heartfelt and handmade! This easy and fun 3D Valentine’s collage is a great craft for kids and adults alike. Using a polystyrene heart, scrunched tissue paper, and a personal photo, you can create a unique and thoughtful keepsake.
Materials You’ll Need:
- A pack of Valentine’s-coloured tissue paper (reds, pinks, whites)
- A 3D polystyrene heart
- Red paint & a paintbrush
- A sheet of A4 paper or cardstock
- Glue (PVA or glue stick)
- A printed photo (optional, for personalization)
Step 1: Prepare Your Tissue Paper
🖐️ Take your pack of Valentine’s-themed tissue paper and tear it into small pieces (about 2-3 cm each).
🎨 Scrunch each piece into a small ball—this will add a textured, 3D effect to your collage.
💡 Tip: Mix different shades of red, pink, and white for a lovely contrast!
Step 2: Paint the Polystyrene Heart
🖌️ Take your 3D polystyrene heart and paint it red.
⏳ Let it dry completely before moving to the next step.
Step 3: Stick the Heart onto the A4 Sheet
📍 Using strong glue, attach the painted polystyrene heart in the centre of your A4 paper or cardstock.
Step 4: Create the Scrunched Tissue Collage
✂️ Apply glue around the polystyrene heart in sections.
🎨 Stick the scrunched-up tissue balls onto the paper, creating a frame around the heart.
💡 Try alternating colours for a more vibrant, eye-catching look.
Step 5: Personalize Your Collage (Optional)
📸 For a sentimental touch, glue a printed photo onto the sheet before adding the tissue paper.
💬 You can also write a message like "Happy Valentine’s Day!" to make it extra special.
Step 6: Display & Enjoy!
🌟 Let your collage dry completely before displaying it.
🎁 You can gift it to a loved one or hang it up as a Valentine’s decoration.
This easy and creative craft is perfect for kids, families, or even as a classroom project! Will you be trying it this Valentine’s? Let us know in the comments! ❤️
