This quick little project is one of those pieces that looks way more advanced when it’s finished. You’ll lightly trace a heart onto an 8x8 canvas, paint a simple two-color ombre undercoat, then build a dimensional glass gradient using four shades: Cobalt → Pacific Blue → Caribbean Blue → Clear. Finish it off with a thin resin coat, pop bubbles, and you’ve got a sparkly, textured heart that’s perfect for Valentine's Day or any time of the year.

Step 1: Prep Your Canvas and Heart Template

Start with your 8x8 canvas and make sure the surface is clean and dry. If your canvas has any scuffs, a quick coat of white paint over the entire canvas helps freshen it up and gives you a clean base. Next, print a heart template (Pinterest is the easiest source - search “free heart template” and print one you like). Place the template on the canvas and trace the heart.

Step 2: Paint a Soft Ombre Undercoat Inside the Heart

This paint step is mainly here to hide tracer lines and give the glass a pr...

This bold red resin heart is one of those projects that looks fancy but is actually very approachable, even if you’re newer to resin and glass art. Using an inexpensive wooden heart base, a little paint, crushed glass, and resin, you’ll create a dimensional Valentine’s piece that’s sweet and full of texture. It’s perfect for hanging on a door, gifting for Valentine’s Day, or adding a pop of love to your studio or home.

Step 1: Prep the Wooden Heart

Begin by removing the ribbon from the wooden heart so it doesn’t get paint or resin on it. Set it aside - you’ll add it back once everything is fully cured. Because the heart is made from porous fiberboard, it will absorb paint quickly, especially on the first coat.

If the edges of your heart feel rough, this is a good time to lightly sand them before painting.

Step 2: Paint the Heart

Using a large brush, apply a full coat of Cherry Red acrylic paint to the front of the heart. Don’t worry if the paint seems to disappear - this board s...

This project is a sweet, super-dimensional pink glass heart made from busted vase glass layered on a soft, pearly pink background. It’s imperfect on purpose because the variety of shapes and shades is what makes it so charming! This project is beginner-friendly and perfect for Valentine's Day or just sharing the love through art.

Step 1: Create a Soft Pearly Pink Background

Start by painting the entire canvas with metallic pearl/metallic white. This gives your background a subtle glow under the glass and resin.

While the pearl layer is still wet, dip your palette knife into a light pink paint (like Baby Blush) and smear it randomly into the pearl. You’re not covering the canvas - just adding gentle blushy streaks for dimension and highlights. Let the background dry completely before moving on.

Step 2: Lightly Sketch a Lopsided Heart

Once the background is dry, use a pink watercolor pencil to draw a heart shape. Keep it very light - the pencil is forgiving and will disappear un...

Create a stunning 4x4 pink and gold heart shelf sitter canvas that’s perfect for gifting or adding a touch of charm to your space! This project combines textured palette knife painting, rich acrylic colors, and sparkly seed beads to bring your heart to life. With layers of pinks and metallic gold, you’ll craft a piece that’s full of dimension and personality.

Begin by applying Liquitex Basics Iridescent White to your canvas using a palette knife, adding texture and depth with each stroke. For a more dimensional look, you can extend the paint onto the edges of the canvas as well.

Next, let’s shape the heart using the same Iridescent White and a paddle palette knife, which has a wider blade and a curved top. Load your knife with paint, press down, and sweep it towards the bottom of the canvas to form the two sides of the heart. Don't worry about perfection—embrace the organic, textured feel!

Using the same palette knife, swipe Masters Touch Acrylic Pink, Masters Touch Acrylic Purple...

Let's create a stunning heart painting that shimmers with color and texture! This project combines bold reds and pinks, soft blended backgrounds, and sparkling glass accents to bring your artwork to life. Whether you're making it for Valentine’s Day or just want to add a little extra love to your decor, this step-by-step tutorial will guide you through the process. 

Grab your tracer, tape it to your canvas, place graphite paper underneath, and trace your heart with a stylus.

Next, we'll work on painting our heart. I'm going to start by painting one half of the heart with Cherry Red, the middle of the heart with Dragonfruit Pink, and the other half of the heart with Poodleskirt Pink and white to create a blended ombre effect on the heart. Dry with a heat tool. Add a second coat using the same technique and dry again.

Then, I’ll add some gold accents around the edges of the heart using Dazzling Metallics Splendid Gold. For the background, I’ll start with white paint and blend in L...

Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with a beautiful heart and wings canvas! This project combines rich metallic gold tones with sculpted texture to create a stunning, dimensional piece. Whether you're making it for yourself or as a gift, this artwork is a perfect way to add warmth to your space.

Begin by applying a coat of Metallic White paint to your 12x12 canvas, ensuring smooth, even coverage by pulling the paint in one direction. This helps the metallic finish lay flat and reflective. Dry with a heat tool.

Next, secure your tracer to the canvas, place graphite paper underneath, and use a stylus to trace the heart and wings.

For the heart, apply a layer of Metallic Antique Gold paint. Then, for the wings, use a heavy-bodied paint like Master's Touch Antique Gold. Dip the back of a palette knife into the paint, start at the tips of the wings, and pull the paint downward to create texture and movement. Continue layering and sculpting the wings, blending some of the paint onto th...

This heart balloon design features the word faith as its string, creating a simple yet meaningful piece of art. We originally made this for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but it’s a great project for any time of year. With soft pink tones, a touch of sparkle, and an easy process, it’s a fun and beautiful piece to create!

Use a sponge brush to paint your canvas with Metallic Pearl White, along with the edges as well. To achieve a smooth finish, pull the paint with your brush in one direction. Dry with a heat tool.

Grab your tracer, tape it to your canvas, place graphite paper underneath, and trace the heart and word "faith" with a stylus. 

Apply a base coat of Poodleskirt Pink to the heart and dry it using a heat tool.

For the second coat, apply another layer of Poodleskirt Pink, and while the paint is still wet, blend White into the left side and Dragonfruit Pink into the right. Incorporate a touch of Cinnamon Drop throughout for added depth. To enhance dimension, add a subtle ...

Transform a simple 9x12 canvas into a heartfelt masterpiece with this fun and creative art project! With minimal painting for the background, abstract brushstrokes for vibrant hearts, and a touch of sparkling red glass for texture, this tutorial is perfect for all skill levels.

Begin by applying a base coat of white acrylic paint to your canvas. While the paint is still wet, blend in a few drops of French Blue to add subtle texture and depth to your background. Use a heat tool to dry the canvas completely.

Next, lightly sketch heart shapes onto your canvas with a pencil, or use a tracer if you prefer.

With a 1/2-inch brush, loosely apply red acrylic paint where the sketched heart shapes are on your canvas. Keep the strokes imperfect to achieve an abstract, artistic effect for your hearts.

Using a palette knife, apply a darker red shade, such as Napa Red, to your hearts to add dimension. Keep your strokes loose and abstract for an imperfect look. Layer more of the original red o...

We are creating a festive St. Patrick's Day art piece today with a green heart and shamrock. I found these adorable plastic shamrocks at Hobby Lobby that we will add to our canvas along with some green glass. This is an 8x10 canvas and is perfect for the upcoming holiday!

Start by covering your entire background with white paint. Then, I'm going to use a large dot sponge brush and pounce a light green paint color throughout the background (I am using Fresh Cut Grass). I'll mix in some white to get the right shade that I want. I'll use the plastic from my canvas wrapping to pounce the paint as well. Dry with a heat tool.

Grab your tracer, tape it to your canvas, place graphite paper underneath, and trace your heart and shamrock onto your canvas with a stylus. 

I am going to paint a basecoat of Fresh Cut Grass onto my heart and shamrock. Dry with a heat tool. Add a second coat of light green to your heart, and while it is wet, blend in a darker green color (I'm using Plantation Pi...

We are making a cute Valentine's Day project using an 8x16 canvas! I have been testing some tinted red glass in the warehouse and will be using that today to create this love-themed art piece. My goal is to tint and provide colored glass so you don't have to do it yourself! This red glass worked perfectly and I'm excited to use it for more projects.

I'm going to start by painting my background with white paint and then adding Poodleskirt Pink on top, blending it into the wet white. Dry with a heat tool.

Grab your tracer, tape it to your canvas, place graphite paper underneath, and trace your heart and Xs onto your canvas with a stylus. 

I'm going to paint the hearts and Xs with Primary Red paint. Add a second coat as well. Dry with a heat tool.

I'm going to use a dotter sponge brush and add polka dots to my Xs with Dragonfruit pink paint. I'm going to use a piece of paper around the edges so I can add some partial dots too. Dry with a heat tool.

Take a black Posca pen and ad...