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    Home » Blog

    Playing Card Valentines Day Banner

    Published: Feb 12, 2022 by Heidi. This post may contain affiliate links 9 Comments

    This Valentine's Day banner made from playing cards is so easy. I love how the simple design makes a big impact. I was challenged by another blogger to take an idea from Pinterest and make it my own. This fun banner (and a Minions version is the happy result.

    Looking for a quick and easy Valentine decor idea? All you need for this fun Valentine's Day banner is a deck of playing cards, scrap fabric, and baker's twine. {Simple tutorial from OneCreativeMommy.com}

    In preparation for this post, I scoured Pinterest to find something to try. It took me about 30 seconds to find and fall in love with the Valentine’s Day Heart Cards Garland on Happiness is Homemade. Then, I found the cutest greeting card made from a playing card, and I knew I had to combine the two!

    Ready to get started?

    Here's what you'll need:

    • The heart cards from 1 or 2 decks of playing cards. (One deck for each garland, and preferably two different styles.) You only need Ace - 10.
    • A hole punch
    • Fabric scraps (mine are ¾" x 11")
    • Baker's twine or string
    • Heart cutouts (You can download the cutting file from here, freehand cut your own, or use heart-shaped stickers.)

    Looking for a quick and easy Valentine decor idea?  All you need for this fun Valentine's Day banner is a deck of playing cards, scrap fabric, and baker's twine.  {Simple tutorial from OneCreativeMommy.com}

    Directions:

    1. Punch two holes in the top of each card. Be careful! There is a top and bottom to playing cards. Pay attention to the center heart. I didn't, and I ended up with two upside-down cards. (Bonus points if you can spot them!)
    2. Cut your fabric into strips. (Depending on the width of your bunting and the pattern you choose, you'll need 40-50 strips. I used 46.)
    3. Glue or stick on your heart-shaped embellishments. I only used the cutouts on every other card. I chose the odd-numbered cards because they all had hearts right in the middle.

    Looking for a quick and easy Valentine decor idea?  All you need for this fun Valentine's Day banner is a deck of playing cards, scrap fabric, and baker's twine.  {Simple tutorial from OneCreativeMommy.com}

    1. Measure and cut enough twine to cover the length of your mantel plus some extra for the banner to hang down, and string the cards onto the twine.
    2. Tie on your fabric strips between the cards. How many you use really depends on your mantel and your own taste. I used two strips each before the first card, after the last card, and in between each card. Looking at my finished product, I think I could have used three fabric strips between each card to make it look more full. It's your banner, so be creative!

    Looking for a quick and easy Valentine decor idea?  All you need for this fun Valentine's Day banner is a deck of playing cards, scrap fabric, and baker's twine.  {Simple tutorial from OneCreativeMommy.com}

    1. To attach the fabric strips, make a loop with the fabric, and slide the loop under the twine as shown. Tuck the loose ends over the twine and through the loop. Adjust the ends so that the right side of the fabric is showing and tighten by gently pulling on the loose ends while holding onto the twine. (Your ties should look like little neckties.)
    2. Attach your banner to the mantel, and spread out the ribbon and cards until it's just the way you like it. I know you are wondering about the best way to attach the banner to the mantel. Good question. I used scotch tape, but I'm sure someone out there has a genius solution. I'd love to hear about it in the comments!

    If this traditional banner is too tame for you, go ahead and spice it up with some character playing cards.

    Looking for a quick and easy Valentine decor idea? All you need for this fun Valentine's Day banner is a deck of playing cards, scrap fabric, and baker's twine. {Simple tutorial from OneCreativeMommy.com} Create a traditional version, or go wild with Despicable Me!

    My kids got some Despicable Me playing cards for Christmas, so we just had to make a banner for them, too! (Don't worry. I photocopied the cards. They would never have forgiven me for punching holes in their new favorite "rat slap" cards.

    If you've never heard of Rat Slap--in fact, I think it's called Egyptian Rat Slap--it's a card game my kids love. It involves being the fastest to "slap" specific cards. As to what it has to do with Egyptians and rats--I have no idea!

    Looking for a quick and easy Valentine decor idea? All you need for this fun Valentine's Day banner is a deck of playing cards, scrap fabric, and baker's twine. {Simple tutorial from OneCreativeMommy.com}

    What do you think? The kids are pretty enamored with it, and I'll admit, it sure makes me smile! There's just something about those silly minions that makes me happy.  We strung the banner across the kids' storage lockers, and they're happy campers.

    For more great Valentine ideas, crafts, and recipes, be sure to follow my Valentine Idea Exchange Pinterest Board.

    Valentine Idea Exchange Board on Pinterest

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    About Heidi

    Hi! I’m Heidi, the sometimes scatterbrained, but always creative mind behind One Creative Mommy. I'm a retired teacher, wife, and mom of three beautiful teenage girls and one adorable fur baby. In my spare time, I love to share my ideas (mistakes and all) with anyone who will listen.

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    Comments

    1. Creative Mama Renee

      January 20, 2015 at 10:24 am

      Something about hearts and playing cards always remind me of Alice and Wonderland. With that said, have a wonder-ful day and thanks for linking up to the #SCBG2015!
      I love the minion banner too, they make me smile :)

      Reply
      • Heidi

        March 18, 2015 at 11:29 am

        Thanks so much. It reminds me of Alice in Wonderland, too! Sorry I missed this comment!

        Reply
    2. Jamie

      January 20, 2015 at 5:56 pm

      Cute and easy to make - 2 of my favorite things!! :) #SCBH2015

      Reply
      • Heidi

        March 18, 2015 at 11:29 am

        Thanks, Jamie. Those are two of my favorite things, too!

        Reply
    3. [email protected]

      January 21, 2015 at 5:48 am

      What a cute and super clever idea! I LOVE this garland....especially the Minion one! Great job and thank you for sharing! PINNED!

      Reply
      • Heidi

        March 18, 2015 at 11:30 am

        Thanks, Michelle. My kids liked the minion banner the best, too.

        Reply
    4. Michael Richardson

      July 06, 2016 at 12:22 am

      Hey Heildi
      My children are found of these cartoons. Well, they are very creative by nature they always busy in their stuff. they made shinchen cartoon banners in for their room..

      Reply
    5. Jill

      January 21, 2021 at 4:20 pm

      Would love to check out the tutorial but not finding a link nor the website.

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 21, 2021 at 5:14 pm

        Hi, Jill. Thanks so much for pointing this out to me. Apparently the website where I did my guest post no longer exists. Fortunately, I had the post I shared there in draft mode on my site. I've updated this post with the full tutorial. Enjoy!

        Reply

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