January 14, 2015

Christmas clearance Valentine makeovers...

Although it's only mid-January, my crafting brain has turned to Valentine projects.  My local grocery chain (Meijer) is carrying these vintage-inspired chocolate boxes. I'm a sucker for anything vintage looking and the $1.49 price tag isn't bad either.  
Over the last week, I stopped by Target and Dollar General and picked up a couple of Christmas items that were 90% off.  
The red felt tree skirt (Dollar General) received a few felt hearts and is now my Valentine tree skirt for my year-round sunroom tree.  Excuse the wrinkles.  I haven't decorated the tree yet, but I've added a few red lights.
The fabric houses and felt heart were part of this year's Target line of ornaments  and with a few embellishments, they will also be added to my Valentine tree.  
Are you working on any special Valentine projects?
XOXO
   
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22 comments:

  1. NanaDianaJanuary 14, 2015 at 5:23 PM

    Oh! Aren't those vintage looking boxes cute? I just love them. Great things for your Valentine decorating there, too. xo Diana

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  2. ~Lavender Dreamer~January 14, 2015 at 5:34 PM

    I started writing my comment and it looked like I was copying Diana! lol So let's start again! Those are VERY cute chocolate boxes and I love the fun finds you got for Valentine's. Sweet hugs, Diane

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  3. LynnJanuary 14, 2015 at 5:50 PM

    Lovin the tree skirt! My feather tree is decorated for Valentine's Day but I don't have anything new for it... yet. Have fun crafting:@)

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  4. SharaJanuary 14, 2015 at 6:21 PM

    I those little cottages, but couldn't think of anything to do with them. Darn it! They would have been great on my pink tree. I finished up my Heart to Heart Swap so I am done with Valentine making. I think. You never know......:)

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  5. GARAGE SALE GALJanuary 14, 2015 at 6:40 PM

    Very smart idea with the tree skirt!
    Yes, I'm trying to make a few Valentine goodies :)
    warmly,
    deb

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  6. NellieJanuary 14, 2015 at 7:37 PM

    You are always a step - or more - ahead of me, Kim! Great projects! xo Nellie

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  7. Tammy's in LoveJanuary 14, 2015 at 7:44 PM

    I've pinned and made lots of valentine goodies! I found ribbon on clearance 80% off in reds that is just fine for RED HOLIDAY #2! Are you readying for Chinese New Year too?

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  8. MargaretJanuary 14, 2015 at 8:07 PM

    Enjoying making some goodies for Valentine's Day too! What adorable boxes! Isn't it fun finding stuff on clearance after holidays? I love hunting down fun stuff. Maggie

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  9. vivianJanuary 14, 2015 at 8:21 PM

    I always love your makeovers! So cute. Happy almost end of the week.
    Xoxo
    Vivian

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  10. Pam~ Virginia RetroJanuary 14, 2015 at 8:52 PM

    Oh, I wish we had that grocery store! Cute! I've been doing lots of Valentine crafting and card making. Still have to decorate my little purple tree.

    Wish we had a target closer than an hour drive, you found some sweet bargains. Love your new tree skirt.

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  11. Sally Annie MagundyJanuary 14, 2015 at 9:06 PM

    Love your makeovers Kim! So clever!

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  12. PattiJanuary 14, 2015 at 9:41 PM

    Ohhhhh, too cute! I saw those house ornaments and passed them up. WHAAAAAAAAT! I never thought of my valentine tree! You have the touch!

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  13. laurie -magpie ethelJanuary 14, 2015 at 9:53 PM

    Busy, busy gal. The tree skirt is great and am sure it will be enjoyed for years.

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  14. ThrifterSistersJanuary 15, 2015 at 7:19 AM

    Cute!! You can't even tell that those houses were part of a Christmas line. They are perfect for V Day!


    Erica

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  15. Pam KesslerJanuary 15, 2015 at 7:22 AM

    Well, I guess I'm going to Meijers this morning! Those are just adorable! I have done NO Valentine's crafting yet. I have a few ideas of things I want to do, but time is slipping away from me.

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  16. JbooJanuary 15, 2015 at 7:41 AM

    Great little makeovers! So adorable!

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  17. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2015 at 10:33 AM

    Everything is cute as can be, Kim!

    Oh how I wish I had a Target or Dollar General near me!

    I'm crafting for selling Valentine items. Mostly Yo yo related things and maybe a Valentines rag ball garland. :)

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  18. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~January 15, 2015 at 12:52 PM

    Love the boxes of chocolates, and the graphics are so cute!! What a great idea with the tree skirt, it looks adorable around your tree!! Can't wait to see it all decorated! :) xo Holly

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  19. Lutka And Co.January 15, 2015 at 4:33 PM

    Love the little houses - so cute! I joined Viv's swap so I can get my "crafty" on - hope it works :)

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  20. donnaJanuary 15, 2015 at 10:26 PM

    I am with you I love the vintage looking valentines. You find the best treasures my dear.
    Hugs
    donna

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  21. Corey January 16, 2015 at 8:24 AM

    I never thought about the fact that you need tree skirts throughout the year for the different holidays! Your transformation of the felt one looks like it was made for Valentine's Day!

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  22. LynneJanuary 16, 2015 at 9:01 AM

    Not sure where you find the time . . . crafting, working, vintage looking, school events, valentine tree, decorating, skating, A-Frame visits . . . WHEWWWW . . . maybe your days have extra hours? I forgot meal planning, cooking and sleeping . . .
    Happy Days Kim . . . save time to keep showing us your talents, I for one, ENJOY YOU!

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