Valentine’s Day Arrows

by | Jan 31, 2023 | DIY, Holiday | 15 comments

Here is a quick tutorial showing you how to create Valentine’s Day arrows, or Cupid’s arrows, which are perfect for adorning a gift. 

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It’s always fun to create some crafts for Valentine’s Day.  Anything handmade seems to have more meaning and be more appreciated.  Plus, I tend to favor more neutral decor, minimizing the pink and red colors that come with the holiday.  This project is definitely a neutral take on making Cupid’s arrow!

The other day, when I was walking through the Dollar Store I came across some wooden arrows – I knew exactly what I wanted to do with them.  In this post, I walk you through the process I used to make these Valentine’s Day Arrows. 

This project will take you about 2 hours to complete from start to finish. This is also a fun craft to make with older kids.

Valentine’s Day Arrows

As with any project, the first thing we will need to do is gather our supplies.  Don’t worry, for this project, it’s a fairly short list of supplies.  Other than purchasing the wooden arrows and some milk paint, I already had everything else on hand. For your convenience, I linked the supplies where I could.  You can also buy these supplies at your local craft stores such as Michaels.

Supplies for making arrows

Supplies

The wooden arrows that I found, were complete with arrow heads and feathered ends. However, you could easily create your own arrows using a wooden dowel, small triangle of cardboard/ card stock, feathers and a hot glue gun. If you don’t have a piece of cardboard readily available, you can also use foam sheets. For a fun variation, you could also make the arrow heads out of small hearts.

Step 1:  Paint the Arrows

I mixed up some MMS milk paint in a clear plastic container and added a few drops of milk mix EZ.  If you haven’t used milk paint before, it comes in a powder form and you mix equal parts of powder paint and warm water. The water should be at room temperature or a little warmer.

I mixed up ½ cup of powdered paint with ½ cup of warm water. 

While the paint was setting up – I covered the work surface with brown kraft paper, taping it down to the table. 

Applying first coat of paint to arrows

I laid out the arrows and started applying my first coat of paint.  When the arrows were completely covered in paint, I let them dry for approximately 30 minutes.  If the first coat of paint looks splotchy or uneven – don’t panic! This is normal.

After the arrows were dry, I lightly sanded them with 220 grit sandpaper and applied a second coat of paint. Again, I let them dry for about 30 minutes.  When the second coat of paint was dry, I once again, lightly sanded the arrows using 220 grit sandpaper. 

Although the arrows started off being slightly different colors of wood, they were all the same after being painted. 

Step 2 – Apply Glitter to Tip and Feathers

In a small bowl, I added some fine gold glitter.  You can use gold, silver or copper for this project.   Then using your craft paint brush, apply Mod Podge to the arrow tip and to the feathers of the arrow.  Then use a spoon to cover these areas with loose glitter.  Be sure to apply the glitter with the arrow inside the bowl.  This will help to minimize the mess and keep the glitter in one place. 

For some added variation, you can apply washi tape to the arrow shafts or further embellish them by adding real feathers.

Step 3 – Enjoy your Valentine’s Day Arrow

Congratulations!  Your Valentine’s Day Arrows are finished!  These are fun to use in a variety of ways such a using them in a special event like a Valentine’s day party or even incorporating them into your Valentine’s day decor.

Here are some ideas on how to use these arrows:

  • Use them to adorn the outside of a Valentine’s Day wrapped gift
  • Use them on your Valentine’s Day tablescape
  • Tie a bundle together and attach a poem or note
  • Tie a bundle together and attach a gift card
  • Include them on the outside of a vase filled with flowers
  • Attach them to the exterior of a package of candy
  • Here are some ideas on types of candy or goodies you could put in an airtight container:
    • Pink chocolate hearts
    • Chocolate dipped pretzel sticks
    • Gummy hearts
    • Red hots
    • Heart shaped cookies, with pink sprinkles

Below are some “after” photos of the arrows that you can pin to your Pinterest board for future reference. I was so happy with how these turned out!

Valentine's Day Arrows

These arrows look great when tied together in a bundle.

Valentine's Day Arrows

This is such a simple and fun project to create.

Valentine's Day Arrows

I made those paper hearts last year. If you want to make similar hearts, I will share the link to this craft near the end of this post.

Summary 

Thank you for stopping by the blog today.  If you liked this post you might also enjoy the following that I shared in the past year:

Paper heart half covered in gold glitter

Easy Valentine’s Day Craft 1

Four 3-D paper hearts hanging off of white branches

Easy Valentine’s Day Craft 2

With all the snow on the ground and the cold temperatures outside, this was a fun thing to work on for Valentine’s Day.  Doing anything creative always makes the winter months a little more bearable. 

If you don’t have time to create your own Valentine’s crafts, I have linked some handmade garlands for you below.

15 Comments

  1. Susan Aufrichtig

    Such Love-Ly ideas! ❤️❤️❤️

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    • Sky Lark House

      Thank you Susan!❤️❤️❤️

      Reply
  2. Rachel

    Such a cute project! It’s so fun to peruse the dollar store…I get so many ideas with things that I find there! I love the glittery ends…such great photos, Anna!!

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    • Sky Lark House

      Rachel – You are the best. I am so lucky to have you as a friend! Thank you for the kind words.

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  3. Regina Jenkins

    Anna I love these. You styled them so many creative ways. Great job!

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    • Sky Lark House

      Thank you so much Regina!

      Reply
  4. Cindy Rust

    These cupid arrows are so adorable Anna! I need to check out my Dollar Store more often! Pinned 🙂

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  5. Donna

    Hi Anna! I love a great Dollar Store DIY! Your arrows are so adorable! You know I love a neutral look, and the glitter is the perfect touch! Pinning now!

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  6. Decorative Inspirations

    Anna, these came out adorable! What a great Valentine’s day DIY. Such a great dollar store find. I love the glitter. Pinned!

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    • Sky Lark House

      Thank you Meagan!

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  7. CoCo

    Super excited to see and feature this post on my Friday Faves, Anna! In a world where nothing seems to be new, now, or next it’s definitely refreshing to see such a creative take Valentine’s Day. I’m in love! Hugs, CoCo

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    • Sky Lark House

      Thank you so much CoCo! I truly appreciate it! Hugs to you friend.

      Reply
  8. MaryJo Materazo

    I love this! Pinned and will be doing this next year for sure. Love it! Thanks for the inspiration. Happy Valentine’s Day! XO- MaryJo

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    • Sky Lark House

      Thank you so much MaryJo! Happy Valentine’s Day!

      Reply
  9. Niki | Life as a LEO Wife

    So cute! I saw those arrows at Dollar Tree this week. I should’ve picked them up for Valentine’s decor next year! Thanks for sharing on Happiness is Homemade over at Life as a LEO Wife. I’d love to have you drop by and share on Crafty Creators Link Party as well. It’s open Thursdays at 6am through Monday nights at 11:59. Hope to see you there!

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