If you love creating decor that feels cozy, creative, and a little unexpected, this project is for you. I’m sharing how to turn something as simple as a wire hanger into a charming light-up heart that’s perfect for adding warmth to your home. This DIY is budget-friendly, easy to customize, and a great reminder that some of the best decorations start with what we already have on hand. Grab a wire hanger and let’s get creative—because simple projects like this are what crafting is all about.
Here is what you will need for this DIY:
1. A Wire Hanger
2. Ivory Ribbon
3. Silver Tinsel
4. Pearl Garland
5. A strand of battery opeated 50 count lights
6. A hot glue gun
We started with a simple wire hanger, which is one of my favorite craft supplies to keep on hand. It’s amazing how many projects you can create with something this basic. I buy mine in bulk from Amazon so I always have them ready for crafting. You can find the exact ones I used here.
Next, I shaped the wire hanger into a heart. This step is very simple and doesn’t have to be perfect — just bend the wire gently until you’re happy with the shape.
Next, I wrapped the wire hanger with the silver tinsel from our website. This step really helps bring the heart to life and adds that fun sparkle we all love. You can find the exact tinsel I used here: https://theshabbytreeboutique.com/shop-mBiWY/p/9-vintage-silver-tinsel?searchid=687538&search_query=silver+tinsel
I made sure to wrap it really well so the wire hanger was completely covered and couldn’t be seen. This helps give the heart a clean, finished look.
To finish it off, I added a small amount of hot glue to the top to help secure everything in place and keep the tinsel from shifting.
Next, I wanted to add a little detail to the inside of the heart, so I grabbed some ivory ribbon from our website. This was a simple way to soften the look and add a bit of extra texture to the design.
You can find it here: https://theshabbytreeboutique.com/shop-mBiWY/p/ivory-recycled-silk-ribbon?searchid=687560&search_query=ivory+ribbon
I used small touches of hot glue throughout to secure the ribbon to the heart and keep everything nicely in place.
This is where you can really get creative and use what you have on hand. I added a little more tinsel along with some pearls, but any beads or embellishments you love will work perfectly for this step.
Now, I wanted to give this DIY a bam and of course that means we needed some twinkle lights! I used our 50 Count Battery Operated Wire Lights from our website!
You can find them here: https://theshabbytreeboutique.com/shop-mBiWY/p/50-count-battery-operated-wire-lights?searchid=687569&search_query=50+count
I wrapped everything all the way around the heart, and since this piece will be hanging, I’ll simply tuck the battery pack under the garland so it stays hidden.
You can also attach this heart to a wreath and tuck the battery pack right into the greenery to keep it hidden while still giving it a beautiful glow.
I love how this light-up heart turned out, and it’s such a fun reminder that simple supplies can turn into something really special. Whether you hang it on a mantel, tuck it into a wreath, or use it as part of your seasonal decor, this little heart adds the sweetest glow. I hope this project inspires you to look at everyday items in a new way and get creative with what you already have. Thanks so much for crafting along with me!
If you want to check out another heart DIY that we made, this is a great one to try: https://theshabbytree.com/wire-hanger-heart/
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Hi Barb
I’m going to visit my grandkids soon I’m going to get supplies and have a craft time with them
Should be lots of fun
THANK YOU for the idea
Love you!
I love this!! Hopefully I’ll be home in time to see some of the FNL tonight!!
So creative, and it turns out Cute…and it’s ready to hang,…thats great!!
What a cute and easy to make project!! I’m looking forward to tonight!! ❤️🩷🌲
Barb, another cute diy.
Really cute Barb! I think we could do this with yarn in stead of tinsel! (If you don’t have the tinsel)
Love the tinsel with the ribbon and pearls Barb ….will be hanging out with you and the ladies for friday night hangout 😊❤
Oh Barb this one is cute too, love it , I am out if tinsel but going to use cream chunky yarn and primitive material that way I can use it year long too , love it and excited for Friday night
It’s really cute Miss Barb…. I will be sleeping through Friday night hang out…. But I will be watching the replay…. I love The Shabby Tree….
Very cute love it. I’ll be there at 7pm my time now that I’m feeling better
Barbara this came out really nice. I love all heart crafts. Definitely going to make this one. I think I have all the items needed. See you tomorrow night.
Very cute 🥰
Lovely idea you always amaze me with the the creative mind of yours that’s always working overtime.
The heart is so pretty! I love it!
Cute creation, love the heart, can’t wait until Friday Night!
Love it will be joining tonight
This is stinkin cute!! I love it ♥️
Love this! Awesone creation!
I love this idea, Barb. So super cute for Valentine’s.
Barb, this is so cute. Love it