DIY Salt Dough Heart Garland

pink and white salt dough heart garland laying on marble board with pink ribbon next to it and spool of white twine

Valentine’s Day decor is not something I have a lot of. When it comes to that day, I’m usually more about coming up with sweet treats to enjoy! But every once in a while, an idea pops into my head and I just need to try it out.

This salt dough heart garland was a pretty easy craft to make. The longest part is just waiting for the hearts to dry out. I love how simple it looks and of course you can use whatever colors you like to customize the garland to your liking.

The wooden heart mold I bought worked so well with the salt dough. And I love that it makes the craft seem more intricate, but really it’s just pressing and tapping out dough. (And yes, I’m dying to try the mold out on some cookies. I think my dessert-free January might be why I tried this salt dough heart garland first instead of cookies. 🙃 My kids were excited when they first saw these on the counter because they thought I had made cookies!).

fireplace mantel with brass candlesticks on it with pink bows on candlesticks and heart garland hanging on mantel

marble board with pink and white hearts laying in rows on it

Supplies for Salt Dough Heart Garland:

flour
salt
water
food coloring, optional
wood heart mold
string or twine

Watch the video to see how to make the garland or see the steps below:

pink and white heart garland hanging on antique wood cabinet with books and antiques on top of cabinet

pink and white salt dough hearts on twine laying on a marble board with pink ribbon next to it

See more of our Valentine’s Day recipes & crafts.

-Manda