How to Make Your Own Valentine's Day Paperweights

An easy way to decorate your office or home work area for Valentine's Day is by adding a new paperweight to your desk. Themed paperweights are also a great and practical gift for anyone who spends a lot of time in the office. Paperweights also make great gifts for teachers and are even better when they are personalized by your child. There are several different types of paperweights that can be made right in the home with a Valentine's Day theme.

Valentine's Day Glass Paperweights

What You Need

Glass Paperweight Kit
Old Valentine's Day cards
Valentine's Day wrapping paper

The easiest are glass paperweights that can be made using materials from a glass paperweight kit bought in the local craft store. A basic kit will come with a glass paperweight body and some adhesive to attach an image or photo. To make your paperweight with a Valentine's Day theme gather some old Valentine's Day Cards, Valentine's Day wrapping paper, or a favorite love themed image. Trace the bottom of the paperweight over the image you want to appear in the paperweight and cut it out. Use the adhesive supplied in the kit to attach the image to the bottom of the paperweight. Allow it to dry and you are finished.

Candy Heart Clay Paperweights

What You Need

Colored Modeling Clay
Paint in various colors
Liquid Laminate of waterproof clear drying adhesive glue