Have a lot of cardboard boxes from packages? Don’t throw them away just yet! Turn them into these cute cardboard conversation hearts. They are super easy to make and are totally customizable. They make adorable Valentine’s Day decorations, perfect for those who are on a budget.

Conversation hearts are one of the all-time classic Valentine’s treats. And they are no longer just a favorite candy. They have also become some of the cutest Valentine’s Day decorations! The pastel colors with sweet messages are just so adorable and cheesy. So, I thought of making them for this year’s decorations.

I looked around the house and found the pile of cardboard boxes in our garage from all the online packages that we ordered. As a crafty person, I didn’t want to throw them away. It would be a waste to just throw them in the trash when there are so many things you can do with them! If you don’t know where to start just search ‘cardboard craft ideas’ and you’ll get plenty of options to choose from. This cardboard conversation hearts are just one of the cute ways to repurpose cardboard boxes. Keep reading for the step-by-step instructions or watch the video tutorial below.

How to Make Cardboard Conversation Hearts
Creative Ideas and Variations
More Valentine’s Day Crafts
How to Make Conversation Hearts With Cardboard

How to Make Cardboard Conversation Hearts

Learn how to turn cardboard into conversation hearts with this easy tutorial.

Trace the heart onto the cardboard and cut it out. Repeat this several times until you have the desired number of hearts.
Paint the cardboard heart white.
Next, paint it in pastel color.
Repeat with the remaining hearts.
Write your favorite sayings using the markers.
Thread the yarn through the heart.
Repeat with the remaining hearts, alternating the colors.

Tools

scissors
blade

Materials

cardboard
acrylic paints
paint brush
twine or string
Posca markers

Creative Ideas and Variations

Sizes. Make the conversation hearts in different sizes to add variation.
Embellishments. Add glitter, sequins, or beads to make the hearts extra special.
Stickers. Don’t like your handwriting or just want a clean, polished look? Try using alphabet stickers instead!
Lace or ribbon. If you want to hide the cardboard edges, simply cover them with lace or ribbon for a more finished look.
Bows. Make the hearts even cuter by adding a small bow on top of each one.
Sayings. Get creative! Write whatever sweet, funny, or romantic sayings you prefer.