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String of Hearts

January 5, 2012 by Cassie 35 Comments

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Yesterday was cold.  Not just cold, but the kind of cold that if you thought it was a good idea to haul out the heaviest maple dresser you have and work on it, you would find that in under 5 minutes your fingers would hurt so much and be immobile.  Not that I know from experience, just sayin’.

When it is that cold outside, it’s perfect for some indoor crafting.  Now that I know where everything is in my craft space, it was easy for me to find exactly what I needed: gold and silver pipe cleaners.  I pinned this simple heart garland on pinterest yesterday via Suzy.
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I loved the sweet simplicity of it, and thought it would be perfect to add a touch of Valentine’s Day to the chalkboard in my dining room.   I wanted to add some glam and just use silver and gold though, as I love those colors against the blue of the frame.  The whole thing took about 5 minutes, it was SO easy.  My dogs could probably make one, too.  In fact, that gives me an idea….

Anyhow, All I did was take one silver pipe cleaner and fold it in half to create the bottom point of a heart.  Then I molded each side of the heart with the rest and twisted the ends together to form the center.  Then I took a gold pipe cleaner and wove it through the silver heart and repeated.  I continued in this pattern until I had enough.  Super easy, but I think it adds a nice touch of sparkle and simple elegance.

I used to say, “What did I do before blogs?”  Now I say, “What did I do before Pinterest?”

While I worked on this project, I listened to some beautiful, soft music.  Megan of Homemade Ginger introduced me to The Civil Wars.  They are a duo that writes and sings beautifully haunting songs.  Here is one of my favorites from the album I purchased, Barton Hollow.  Enjoy!

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  1. Andi @ Jane of all crafts says

    January 5, 2012 at 11:54 am

    Haha…I lol’d at your idea to have the dogs help you craft. I am going to have to make some of these!! I just need aqua pipe cleaners 🙂 Love the gold and silver, it’s so you! 🙂

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  2. Sarah @ Modern Country Style says

    January 5, 2012 at 11:59 am

    My daughter has done this before…but I never thought to make it lovely like you’ve done! Her’s didn’t look quite the same. 🙂

    What a gorgeous project!

    Sarahxxx

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  3. Kara @ June & Bear says

    January 5, 2012 at 12:50 pm

    i’ve never decorated for valentine’s day before, but this i can get behind. super sweet.

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  4. [email protected] says

    January 5, 2012 at 1:06 pm

    So simple yet such an impact…I’d never have thought to do hearts with pipe cleaners! Great work yet again!

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  5. The Bold Abode says

    January 5, 2012 at 1:09 pm

    I know them! I mean, no, I don’t know them personally, but I saw them on Austin City Limits or something… They are amazing and now gots ta go slap them on my Mp3 playah…

    I want to find a collaborator and collaborate like dis…SERIOUSLY.

    But tell me you listen to OK Go and we’ll be Forever Friends…But I’ll take Weezer or Mumford and Sons…

    Oh, and cute garland, too…

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  6. Jennifer says

    January 5, 2012 at 1:12 pm

    Very cute, perfect for valentines day! I live in ny state and it is freezing, we didn’t even go out yesterday. I hate when the weather stops me from being able to work outside. I really like pintrest but I find I just lose myself and time, so I look every once in awhile. But I find too many projects and I complete nothing!

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  7. Maury says

    January 5, 2012 at 1:38 pm

    Super cute! Love it. I might have to make one for Valentines.

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  8. René says

    January 5, 2012 at 1:46 pm

    Those are adorable!

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  9. Paulette says

    January 5, 2012 at 2:10 pm

    Now I know what the craft project for the day will be with the grandkids. Thanks♥

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  10. laxsupermom says

    January 5, 2012 at 2:38 pm

    What a sweet garland! I love how it’s any easy craft to do with the kids, too. Thanks for sharing.

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  11. Lisa @ Shine Your Light says

    January 5, 2012 at 2:52 pm

    Cassie that garland is so cute and this would be a great craft with the littles! I’ll have to do this with my daughter….she’s love it.

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  12. [email protected] Not Included says

    January 5, 2012 at 3:09 pm

    So sweet! I think I need to put up a chalkboard like that in the bar so that I can always have an excuse to decorate it 😉

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  13. Twice Nice says

    January 5, 2012 at 3:10 pm

    Darling Garland, and I love that music! Deb

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  14. Lesley says

    January 5, 2012 at 3:14 pm

    I am not a fan of country music, but this particular song is wonderful. Sent a link to my 17 year old hipster son. lol

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  15. Fashion Meets Food says

    January 5, 2012 at 4:22 pm

    What a cute idea! I am thinking I need to make a string of hearts too! xo

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  16. gail says

    January 5, 2012 at 4:29 pm

    I’m not usually a fan of gold and silver, but these hearts are tooo sweet!
    great job!
    gail

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  17. Ruby Jean says

    January 5, 2012 at 4:40 pm

    So very Cute and Simple… A WINNING combination!!! 🙂

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  18. Allison says

    January 5, 2012 at 4:40 pm

    Love the heart garland! I love decorating for Valentine’s Day.

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  19. Andrea says

    January 5, 2012 at 5:07 pm

    Love this idea. So cute and clever!

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  20. Ali Richardson says

    January 5, 2012 at 6:37 pm

    SO pretty and elegant looking. PERFECT on that pretty chalkboard!

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  21. Kelly at My Colorful Cottage says

    January 5, 2012 at 7:04 pm

    that is really cute! I need to get started looking for valentines day decor ideas on Pinterest too! I feel the same way, what would we do without pinterest:)

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  22. Kim @ keller-creative says

    January 5, 2012 at 7:10 pm

    So cute! Love the gold and silver.

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  23. Richmond Thrifter says

    January 5, 2012 at 7:39 pm

    Love it!!! Might need to go to michaels when the kids wake up!!!

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  24. Lisa @ Turning Tables says

    January 5, 2012 at 7:57 pm

    A-dorable!!! I love it!

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  25. [email protected] Road says

    January 5, 2012 at 11:50 pm

    Cute! I’m putting this on my list of projects.

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  26. Sabrina says

    January 6, 2012 at 12:06 am

    Love the heart garland and LOVE the Civil Wars!!! Best music to craft too! 🙂

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  27. Full Circle Creations says

    January 6, 2012 at 1:50 am

    Too cute.

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  28. Jeannie says

    January 6, 2012 at 2:32 am

    Love this idea! Although I’m not so sure mine would come out like yours. My daughters will love this!

    maxwellhouseinteriors.blogspot.com

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  29. Kim @ A Brush of Whimsy says

    January 6, 2012 at 8:16 am

    Awww…I love them!

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  30. Kim @ A Brush of Whimsy says

    January 6, 2012 at 8:17 am

    Awww…I love them!

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  31. Suzy www.savedbysuzy.blogspot.com says

    January 6, 2012 at 5:52 pm

    Thanks for the shout out. Your garland is fun and I can’t wait to make one too (or have my kids try to make one for me!).

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  32. Amy of The Salvage Collection says

    January 7, 2012 at 1:58 pm

    what can i say???? simply lovely!

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  33. Butterbean Row says

    January 7, 2012 at 8:30 pm

    Beautiful project for Valentines’ Day. Pretty music too!

    ♥charlotte

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  34. Erin says

    January 9, 2012 at 3:39 pm

    Adorable heart garland! And thank you for reminding me about The Civil Wars…I remember Adele mentioning them on her Web site last spring and being floored by their “Poison & Wine.” I had to make a batch of candles the other day, so I listened to the entire Barton Hollow album on Spotify and loved it. And I just read they’re going to be on The Hunger Games soundtrack!

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  35. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    January 13, 2012 at 2:32 am

    Oh how sweet! How did I miss this?

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