Artsy VaVa: Spicy Valentine

Thursday, January 30, 2025

Spicy Valentine

Am I the only one who lets their spice cabinet get out of control? There are probably only 10 or so spices that I use on a regular basis, yet my spice cabinet was so packed that I couldn't even see what all I had. So, time to clean it out.

Shoved to the back were a lot of expired spices in the metal containers.

I was going to throw them away, but that's not in my nature. I usually try to figure out a way to upcycle items. Do any of you remember the time that a friend gave me rocks to see what crafty thing I could do with them? You can see the 2 posts I did about my rock projects HERE & HERE.

Well, a couple of years ago, I tried my hand at fake bakes. It was so fun & they turned out so cute. I don't know why I didn't do more (or post about it).

When I was trying to think of something to do with the spice boxes, those fake bakes came to mind. But, Christmas had passed so I thought I'd make them for Valentine's Day.

After emptying the spice boxes & running them through the dishwasher, I cut pieces of styrofoam to fit the boxes so I wouldn't have to fill them completely with the "glue".

I used tacky glue to add heart ribbon to the top edge of the box. I found this cute ribbon at Pop Shelf for only $1. I had never shopped at that store before, but was impressed with their selection of craft supplies.

I also found this XOXO ribbon at POP Shelf for $1. I added it to the bottom edge of the box.

I found a pack of felt hearts at the Dollar Tree. Since it's made of felt, to make the heart more sturdy, I glued a toothpick to the back. This also allows me to stick it into the styrofoam & give it a little height in the box.

I filled the spice box with Snow Tex. This not only hides the styrofoam, but as it dries, it also works as a glue to hold things in place as I fill the box.