Top 20 DIY Valentine's Decorations for the Non-Crafty

A fun variety of minimalistic DIY Valentine's decorations for craft haters.

It's finally time to put away that Christmas tree because Valentine's Day is just around the corner. But for those who aren't exactly Martha Stewart skilled when it comes to crafting, this holiday can also bring a sense of dread. Fear not, my non-crafty fellows.

In this article, we'll explore some easy and affordable DIY Valentine's Day decorations that will make your home feel festive and romantic without requiring advanced crafting skills or creativity. Get ready to impress with these simple yet charming ideas.

Minimal Valentine's Day decor in my home is a personal preference. After having a house covered in festive Christmas decorations, by the time this famous day of affection rolls around there is a need for simplicity. And easy DIY Valentine's Day decorations that require bare minimum skills are just the thing!

You'll also want to think about where to put your decorations. A large entry or blank wall near your front door entrance can be the perfect spot for your Valentine display. If you don't have these decorating spaces available, other great ideas may be a fireplace mantel display, a side table or wall in your living room.

Top 20 Non-Crafty Ideas for DIY Valentine's Decorations

DIY Love Sign

A themed sign or picture is any easy option that requires no crafting skills whatsoever. I opted to create my own sign when I couldn't find exactly what I wanted. I hand wrote the 'I love you" and then created this unique design to form a collage wall.

These free printables are available for you to grab too (download here). You will need two of each design to replicate this picture format.

DIY Valentine's Decor, I love you free printable

You can print these at home or take them to a print shop for higher quality. I wanted these to look like a high end print job, so I took them to Alphagraphics and printed these on cardstock for under $3.00.

If you want to add a frame, check out Walmart or even a dollar store. I found my frames at Walmart for $8 each.

For under $35, this is a pretty easy DIY project that can be changed throughout the seasons and not just for your Valentine decorations. The glass can be left in these frames to protect the prints or you can take the glass out if the glare bothers you. Again, super easy for the non-craft fans.

More Free Printables

Tulips in a Candy Vase

Looking for some kind of floral display for your Valentine's home decor? This idea from Evolution of Style is so simple and fun. Grab a clear vase or a mason jar and fill it with your flower of choice. Faux flowers are easiest unless you have another container inside your larger one, to house the water for fresh flowers. Fill the rest of your jar with coordinating candy colors that match your tulips.

This is perfect for a centerpiece on your dining table, if you like limited decor where you gather for meals. Or you can even place it on a fireplace mantel or coffee table.

Add a Valentine Wreath

A wreath is not only meant for your front door. If no crafting is what you prefer, there are several different types of Valentine's Day wreaths you can buy and hang anywhere in your home.

I used this simple green wreath as a focal point and attached my XOXO cutout for a Valentine theme. This is an easy DIY option that requires minimal effort.

DIY Valentine's Day Garlands

Garland is a perfect way to go if you want some embellishment that won't be overwhelming. Hang it on your railing or a fireplace mantel. I added garlands in front of these signs to bring a pop of color and a little more texture to the backdrop of this display. The contrasting dark and light pink hues with white really stand out against the black.

Why Use Garlands in Your Decorating?

They are perfect for framing a design space
Adding character to a wall or table
String them along a banister or railing
Many different kinds - foliage, felt, paper, tassels
Customize to your needs
You can make your own (only if you want to!)

These tassels at Target are perfect. This tassel garland gets to do double duty because after using them in my Valentine's Day decor, I am putting them on my daughter's headboard to add to her bedroom decor.

For an optional craft, you can make a felt garland too. I made this one out of felt hearts and felt balls here. But there are plenty of themed Valentine garlands available on Amazon for some thrifty decor.

Add Hints of Red

Adding hints of red against a white backdrop can really make the color pop. What a beautiful mantel from Random Thoughts Home. It is so elegant, yet simple and and fun.

Decorative Branches Display

Adding decorative branches to a vase is a great way to create a focal point. Simply add paper hearts or foam hearts to your branches for a stylish centerpiece. You can do this for other holidays too by rotating out your themed decor.

Tiered Tray for DIY Valentine's Decorations

A tiered tray is not only for food! Tiered trays are ideal for layering decor and showcasing small items or figures. Plus, they can be a great addition for swapping out your holiday decor.

This tiered tray seems to have found a permanent spot on the entry table. It is filled with a variety of simple decorations that are Valentine themed. See how I did it here. My exact tiered tray is not available anymore, but I have found some similar ones here.

See a video tutorial below.

Florals and Greenery

Use a variety of florals and greenery in your Valentine decor. It's an easy way to add color and texture for low cost, plus - no skills required!

Roses, tulips and baby's breath are great options for Valentine's Day. In my tiered tray I have several different variations of greenery. Namely - Eucalyptus, Lamb's Ear, a few succulents, red Hydrangeas, and flocked Peonies (shop them all here).

Shop all items from my DIY Valentine's Day entry way here:

Themed Balloons

Isn't this a colorful Valentine's Day display? Balloons can be so much fun to incorporate any holiday into your home decor. The love letters balloon phrase above fireplace makes a stunning viewpoint. The heart shape balloons and regular colorful balloons inside of the fireplace help to bring the whole set up together.

But don't stop there. If you are feeling extra celebratory, how about adding a balloon garland too? Check out this easy DIY tutorial on how to make one here.

Potted Fresh Flowers

And you can never go wrong with adding in potted flowers. These potted, lovely bouquets are the perfect touch for embellishing any existing decor or acting as their own centerpiece. The smattering of pink hues looks gorgeous against the white background of the fireplace. Source unknown.

Neutral Black and White DIY Valentine's Decorations

Not into using all that color for the season of love? You can still have cute DIY decorations without the overwhelming color palette. I incorporated my black and white printable with my neutral themed home decor, implementing a variety of black, white and wood coloring. This is a fun way to tie in decor but still leave your palette neutral.

Valentine's Decor with Love Block Letters

Big block letters like these imitation Scrabble letters make such a cute idea for displaying on a table. Oversized letters are popular for creating a fun centerpiece. Style them on an entry way table or on an open shelf for a nice focal feature.

Themed Textiles

Don't underestimate the power of themed textiles. Using a colorful throw or patterned pillows in your holiday color palette make for beautiful decoration that is natural and cozy. Plus, it requires no crafting or skill.

Toss them in a basket, on a couch, or styled on an ottoman or a table for some extra decor ideas. Source unknown.

Ladder Display

This adorable set up from Hobby Lobby provides some creative ideas for styling a ladder on your wall space. The large letter cutouts really take the cake as they are featured on each step with a beautiful bouquet. You could also use this same approach with word cutouts or signs, if you don't have large letters.

Tissue Ball Decor for DIY Valentine's Decorations

Tissue paper decor can be a really budget-friendly, fun way to bring in a Valentine theme. Purchase a pack of tissue paper balls on Amazon and turn it into fun decor like this. Use it on a candle stand or as part of your table decorations. I also love the tissue paper garland hanging above.

Themed Dishes - DIY Valentine's Decorations

This source is unlisted, but is too cute not to share. If you don't love buying extra decor, why not use themed dishes? Using dishes is a great way to bring any holiday into a kitchen or dining room. Heart shaped plates and vases with Valentine phrases are a unique display to show a little love theme.

Open Shelf Decor - Dish Towels

I love the decor on the open shelving. It presents such a fun display for a kitchen space. Using patterned dish towels as part of the decoration is a unique way to change things up. You can even add some color with fun garlands and signs for an accent.

Unique Wall Art for Valentine's Decorations

If you like something a little more unique, this elegant art display is amazing! I love the the fun texture and coloring that the branches create. What a gorgeous little nook from Shades of Blue Interiors. She has a complete tutorial on how to make this beautiful art. It can easily be used all year too!

Find a piece of art that you love that is unique to hang up or showcase as part of your display of DIY Valentine's decorations.

Dinner Table Setting Decor

Looking for a fun Valentine's Day table setting? This super cute and EASY table decor from Arin Solange is amazing! Pair a Valentine table runner with a classy selection of red, white and pink flowers for your tablescape. You can grab a Valentine themed table runner on Amazon or simply grab a roll of white craft paper and paint XOXO letters all over it.

Valentine's Decor - Dessert Tablescape

Another fun way to add some holiday pizazz to your kitchen area is to decorate a table for Valentine's Day with an edible centerpiece. I made this dessert table for my kids a few years ago and they LOVED it.

To create this look I used glass jars with red and pink candy and desserts. To tie everything together I placed a heart garland along the table runner.

Transform your home into a romantic haven this February with these DIY Valentine's decorations that anyone can do. These top 20 showstoppers provide a simple way to decorate your home without requiring unnecessary crafting or creativity. Enjoy a minimalistic Valentine's Day this year and make it truly memorable with simple solutions to your holiday decor.

Happy Decorating!

Brooke