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DIY Love Grows Here Wood Decoration

 Hello to all you crafters out there! If this is your first time viewing one of my many crafts, I'd like to say hello, and send out a big welcome.

Today we're creating a wood decoration that reads, love grows here. I'm using just a few materials, and I will list them below. If you're ready we will begin creating our wood decoration together.

Video tutorial



Materials needed


One wooden candle cup -Purchased one 8-pack from Joann's 

If you don't have this hand, you can use a smaller container, such  as a small jar

One fabric heart

Wood tile letters-Purchased at Walmart for $2.97 for a pack of 100

One wood plaque 5x7-Purchased at Walmart for $1.08

One flower embellishment -Purchased at Hobby Lobby

Paint- I'm using Espresso for the wood plaque, and a darker green for the candle cup

Paintbrush or sponge brush

Hot glue/or another strong adhesive

Floral

Floral snips




Start by taking your espresso paint, and applying the paint onto your wood plaque. I used a little water on my sponge brush before applying the paint to my wood plaque. This helped create thin, even layers, and the paint did not go on too dark. I applied around two coats of paint to my wood plaque. Once you have applied the paint, set it aside, and allow it to dry. 



After, take your candle cup, and start to add your paint to it.  I added two coats onto my candle cup. You don't need to paint the opening of the cup. 







Next, take your wood tile letters, and begin to place them where you would like your letters to go on the wood plaque. I started placing my letters on the top right side. I wanted to leave room on the bottom section for my pot, and fabric heart. 

Once you have found the placement for your letters, you can apply hot glue onto the back of each tile and attach it to your wood plaque.




Take your fabric heart, and apply a thin layer of adhesive to the back of it. Once you use the adhesive, place the heart in the bottom right corner. Next, take your flower embellishment, and add it to the center of the fabric heart.


Next, use your floral snips, and begin to cut your floral to size. I cut the stems short for this project. Using just a little hot glue, add the glue to each of the stems, and add them into the candle cup. Adding the glue will help to keep the flowers in place, and from falling out. 




Once you have glued in your floral, take your adhesive, and add some to the top, and bottom of your candle cup. I experimented with both a stronger adhesive and hot glue. I found that using a little E6000 adhesive worked the best for keeping the cup glued in place on the wood plaque. Add your candle cup to your wood plaque, and firmly press. Allow your candle jar to sit, and the glue to harden, and dry completely. 

Your wood decoration is complete. I think this wood decoration looks great hanging, or even on a tray placed with other home décor items. Let me know if you create your very own, and also be sure to check out my other DIY projects. 



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  1. Sum of their StoriesApril 13, 2022 at 12:33 PM

    So sweet, what an adorable decoration. It would make such a lovely house warming gift.

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    1. StephanieApril 15, 2022 at 2:04 PM

      Thank you so much. I agree it would make a lovely house warming gift. :)

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  2. Allyson @ Southern SunflowersApril 15, 2022 at 3:33 PM

    Your decor plaque looks so nice and I like the sentiment you used.

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    1. StephanieApril 15, 2022 at 3:55 PM

      Allyson, thank you so very much. I really appreciate you stopping by.

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  3. Dee | GrammysGrid.comApril 15, 2022 at 5:48 PM

    How cute! Love the wood plaque and burlap heart. I really like burlap with anything! Thanks so much for linking up at the Unlimited Link Party 75. Pinned.

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    1. StephanieApril 15, 2022 at 7:57 PM

      Dee, thank you so much! I love the burlap heart as well. :) Thanks so much for stopping by.

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  4. CarolApril 18, 2022 at 3:30 PM

    This is a delightful sign to go anywhere - kitchen, living room, porch, etc. It looks like a fairly simple craft project, too. Win-Win!

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  5. Perfectly Imperfect - Life with LyndseyJuly 6, 2023 at 8:05 PM

    I absolutely love this! I will be pinning this, I want to put this in my entry way after I do the kids' spot.

    I would like to invite you to join my Tell It To Me Tuesday link party for the chance to be featured. This link party runs from Tuesday - Friday, and can be found at Perfectly Imperfect - Life with Lyndsey. Perfectlyimperfect-lwl.com/ > for you > tell it to me tuesday. I hope to see you there!

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    1. StephanieJuly 6, 2023 at 8:30 PM

      Lyndsey, thank you so much! 😊 I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed it. I'll be sure to check out your link party. Thank you so much for visiting.

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  6. Dee | GrammysGrid.comJuly 7, 2023 at 12:17 PM

    Visiting again to say thanks so much for linking up at the #UnlimitedLinkParty 119. Pinned.

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  7. PaulaShort July 13, 2023 at 6:57 AM

    Steph, this is so pretty! You had me at burlap. Lol. I like to use scrabble tiles too.
    Thanks bunches for sharing this with Sweet Tea &: Friends this month dear friend.

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    1. StephanieJuly 13, 2023 at 10:04 AM

      Paula, thank you! Burlap is so fun to work with. These little burlap hearts can be found at Dollar Tree. I also love using the wooden letter tiles that they have there. But you could also use the scrabble tiles! They are so fun to work with.

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  8. Dee | GrammysGrid.comOctober 23, 2023 at 12:42 PM

    Visiting again to say thanks so much for linking up at #IMadeItMondayLinkParty 29. Pinned again.

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    1. StephanieOctober 23, 2023 at 12:46 PM

      Dee, thank you. I appreciate you visiting again, and pinning. 😊

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  9. TarahlynnApril 1, 2024 at 9:42 AM

    Love this - I'm featuring you this week when the next To Grandma's house we go link party starts! Thanks for sharing with us!

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    1. StephanieApril 1, 2024 at 10:04 AM

      Tarah, thank you so much! I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed this craft. Happy to be featured at your party. :)

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