We’ve got you covered on how to make a simple Valentine wood shim wreath. Use inexpensive wood shims from the hardware store to make a colorful decorative Valentine’s Day wreath. This wreath would look great on a mantel above this Upcycled Clothing Heart Garland for Valentine’s Day!
Valentine Wood Shim Wreath
As Valentine’s Day approaches, start thinking about ways to add colorful decorations that will brighten your space. Colorful and unique wreaths are a fantastic way to do that. This wood shim wreath is as beautiful as it is unique.
If you have never purchased wood shims before, they can be found at your local home improvement store for just a few dollars. They’re great for crafting or you can use them to get organized like this DIY wood shim crate.
Also, if you’re looking for another cute V-day wreath idea, check out 9 Dollar Store Valentine’s Day Wreaths – all of which started with supplies from the dollar store.
Supplies for this wreath
- wood shims
- x-acto knife
- 8-inch cardboard circle
- cork sheet (found with the scrapbook paper at the craft store)
- hot glue gun and hot glue sticks
- paint brushes
- acrylic craft paint – red, white, pink, and peach
- decorative letters
- silk flowers
How to Make a Wood Shim Wreath
Cut each of the wood shims in half. My wood shims were 14-inches long, so I cut them down to roughly 7.5-inches. Use a razor blade to score the wood shim (4-5 times) on both sides. Then the wood will just snap in half.
Using a dry brush (lightly loaded with paint, not too much!) paint your wood shims. By using a dry brush with just a little bit of paint, you can easily get a “distressed” painted look. Just load a small amount of paint on your brush and use light, quick strokes. Layer paint until you get your desired coverage and look. Set aside, and let the paint dry.
Cut an 8-inch circle of cork, and glue it to the 8-inch cardboard circle.
Arrange the wood shims around the edge of the cardboard/cork circle. Then hot glue the wood shims in place.
Finish the look with a few accessories – decorative letters and silk flowers.
Hang your wreath using a pop tab hot glued to the back of the wreath.
This wood shim wreath is the perfect decoration to add to your Valentine’s Day mantel! If you are looking for more Valentine’s Day wreath inspiration, be sure to check out this collection of 30+ DIY Valentine’s Day Wreaths or this Conversation Heart Wreath! Maybe something to hang on your wall like our Mason Jar Valentine’s Day Art. Happy crafting!
Valentine Wood Shim Wreath
Supplies
- wood shims
- x-acto knife
- 8- inch cardboard circle
- cork sheet found with the scrapbook paper at the craft store
- hot glue gun and hot glue sticks
- paint brushes
- acrylic craft paint - red white, pink, and peach
- decorative letters
- silk flowers
Instructions
- Cut each of the wood shims in half. My wood shims were 14-inches long, so I cut them down to roughly 7.5-inches. Use a razor blade to score the wood shim (4-5 times) on both sides. Then the wood will just snap in half.
- Using a dry brush (lightly loaded with paint, not too much!) paint your wood shims. By using a dry brush with just a little bit of paint, you can easily get a "distressed" painted look. Just load a small amount of paint on your brush and use light, quick strokes. Layer paint until you get your desired coverage and look. Set aside, and let the paint dry.
- Cut an 8-inch circle of cork, and glue it to the 8-inch cardboard circle.
- Arrange the wood shims around the edge of the cardboard/cork circle. Then hot glue the wood shims in place.
- Finish the look with a few accessories - decorative letters and silk flowers.
- Hang your wreath using a pop tab hot glued to the back of the wreath.
This post was originally published on this blog on Jan 19, 2018.
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