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Valentine Specimen Art
Valentine Specimen Art

This Valentine specimen art is a version of specimen art I saw on Pinterest.  "Specimen art" is just a collection of similar objects that's displayed as art.  I had originally wanted to make specimen art with butterflies, but hearts are so much easier to cut out!  I really wish I had a silhouette cutter for projects like these, but since I don't have one, I just cut the hearts out the old fashioned way by tracing and cutting.  (If you have a paper punch, that would work too.  The basic idea is to just repeat a shape.)  Even doing it old school, this project is super simple. 

Materials:
 scrapbook paper
scissors
glue
picture frame


 Trace a heart onto cardboard to make a stencil.  
Then trace hearts onto scrapbook paper and cut out.

 Glue the hearts onto a piece of white paper or card stock.
 
Pop it in a frame.
Valentine Specimen Art

That's it!  Super simple, right?  
It looks so pretty, I may have to keep it displayed even when Valentine's Day is over!

 More easy Valentine art ideas here!
how to make valentine subway art with PicMonkey



Inspired by this pin for specimen art.
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  1. Nicole (Bellenza Party Suite)January 27, 2014 at 8:03 AM

    So pretty and easy to do! :) Thanks for sharing this, dear!

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  2. Steph @ Three Loud Kids!January 27, 2014 at 8:50 AM

    This is so super cute, I should totally make one of these for my house!

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  3. UnknownJanuary 27, 2014 at 6:31 PM

    This is SO sweet! I love this, not just for Valentine's Day for but for year-round decor in a nursery or kids room! Pinning!

    - Tasha @ Designer Trapped in a Lawyer's Body {www.designertrapped.com}

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  4. UnknownJanuary 27, 2014 at 11:20 PM

    What a cute heart project. I am your newest follower, wishing you a great day!

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  5. free style creating by VillyJanuary 28, 2014 at 1:10 AM

    So sweet hearts!

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  6. UnknownJanuary 28, 2014 at 8:18 AM

    I love this! It's so cute, and I would totally display this on my wall :o) I just pinned to my crafts board and shared across all of my social networks; thanks for sharing!

    croppedstories@gmail.com

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  7. Jacqui OdellJanuary 28, 2014 at 10:55 AM

    Aww. This is too cute. It will be perfect in my daughters room. I would love to have you hop over and share with us at Tell Me About It Tuesday! (http://www.sweetsillysara.com/2014/01/tell-me-about-it-tuesday-3.html)

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  8. UnknownJanuary 28, 2014 at 3:46 PM

    Love your choices of paper patterns for the hearts. I love seeing some other colors instead of just pinks and reds. I get a little giddy about all lovely paper beauties over at www.ritewhileucan.com. You might enjoy. Visiting via "TellMeAboutitTuesday" link up.

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  9. Bonnie @ Our Secondhand HouseJanuary 28, 2014 at 5:09 PM

    This is so cute! I'm pinning it for later.

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  10. UnknownJanuary 28, 2014 at 5:47 PM

    Thanks for linking up to Saturday Dishes! I pinned this great idea.
    Blessings,
    Diane Roark
    www.recipesforourdailybread.com

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  11. Adorned From AboveJanuary 28, 2014 at 6:25 PM

    This is a really cute picture. We love the fabric hearts.
    Have a great week and thanks for sharing at Wednesday's Adorned From Above Link Party.
    Debi and Charly

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    1. The Pin JunkieJanuary 30, 2014 at 8:45 AM

      You're right! The hearts do look like fabric, don't the they!

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  12. SineaJanuary 28, 2014 at 8:50 PM

    Just love this. Pinned pinned and pinned again!
    Blessings,
    Sinea
    Ducks ‘n a Row

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  13. Ana Love CraftJanuary 29, 2014 at 8:27 AM


    This is a great idea! I love everything about it! Thanks for sharing!
    Hope you have a wonderful week!
    Hugs from Portugal,

    Ana Love Craft
    www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com

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  14. UnknownJanuary 29, 2014 at 8:49 AM

    So pretty, and elegant! I love it! I'd love for you to share that at Worthwhile Wednesdays! http://thecraftiestallie.blogspot.com/2014/01/2-worthwhile-wednesdays-link-party.html
    Thanks,
    Allie

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  15. Kim SeghersJanuary 29, 2014 at 6:08 PM

    Hello, I'm coming over from Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop. I Love your Valentine's Day Art so, simple and cute!
    Thanks for sharing! I'm pinning it.

    Kim
    http://www.thisolemom.com

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  16. Doll in the Looking GlassJanuary 29, 2014 at 6:11 PM

    Cute project. Love all the happy colors you used for your hearts.

    Debra

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  17. Katherines CornerJanuary 30, 2014 at 5:44 AM

    sweet! I actually made something very similar several years ago and had forgotten all about it.I love yours it is so pretty with all of the pastel papers and sparked a happy memory too. So happy to have you sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop. Your participation helps to make it so much fun . Big Hugs ♥

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  18. Pam @ over50feeling40January 30, 2014 at 7:50 AM

    Very cute and fun! Thanks for sharing on the Thursday blog hop!!

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  19. KatelynJanuary 30, 2014 at 8:25 AM

    This is such a fun project & it turned out great! Thanks so much for linking up at this weeks Link'n Blogs link party! :)

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  20. MomMavenJanuary 30, 2014 at 7:04 PM

    So cute and easy. Thanks! I hopped over from Artsy Farty Mama

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  21. UnknownJanuary 31, 2014 at 4:35 AM

    So pretty and simple! I might make one for my daughter's room :-) Stopping by from LOBS.

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    1. The Pin JunkieFebruary 5, 2014 at 8:54 AM

      I think it would look very sweet in a girl's room!

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  22. UnknownJanuary 31, 2014 at 7:25 AM

    Love this! Thanks for linking up at LOBS!

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  23. KristenJanuary 31, 2014 at 9:11 AM

    Pretty and simple!! If you have a chance I'd love for you to link up to Handmade Tuesdays @ Ladybug Blessings. www.ladybug-blessings.com Have a terrific weekend!

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  24. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJanuary 31, 2014 at 8:17 PM

    It may be simple, but it's sweet! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  25. UnknownFebruary 1, 2014 at 6:40 AM

    I love this! So glad I stopped by from LOBS!

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  26. Rea AlducenteFebruary 1, 2014 at 7:23 PM

    I love this idea. Really simple and cute too! I may be doing this soon :) Thanks for sharing!

    I'm visiting from #LOBS. Great weekend to you!
    REAlity Bites ♥

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  27. LuAnn @ BackPorchervationsFebruary 2, 2014 at 9:37 AM

    Looks great. I think this is something even I could do! :O)

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  28. HollyFebruary 2, 2014 at 2:02 PM

    TPJ - I love this idea, not only super cute but easy to make. You can adapt this for anything, really! Thank you so much for linking up to the Peace, Love, and Chocolate Party and supporting such a great cause. Hugs, Holly

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    1. The Pin JunkieFebruary 5, 2014 at 8:53 AM

      Yes, you can adapt this to almost anything. I've seen specimen art done with a variety of shapes and themes. I'm looking forward to doing another one since it's so easy to do!

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  29. ShirleyFebruary 3, 2014 at 6:23 AM

    Love this, Pinning it to my Valentine Board right now.

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  30. Lori @ A Bright and Beautiful LifeFebruary 3, 2014 at 10:49 AM

    Your cute picture is my kind of project. Cute, simple, inexpensive. I love it. Thanks for sharing it at our Making Monday link party. Have a great week.

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  31. Rachel MaurerFebruary 3, 2014 at 2:09 PM

    Very cute:) Thanks for linking up to the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Party. I have pinned your post to the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Board.

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  32. Jillian @ Hi! It's JillyFebruary 3, 2014 at 9:36 PM

    Cute! That would be a great handmade card, too! Pinning!

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  33. UnknownFebruary 4, 2014 at 5:53 AM

    So pretty! I love that it's something anyone can do. Thanks for linking up to Gingerly Made's Show & Tell. You've been featured today! http://www.thepinjunkie.com/2014/01/valentine-specimen-art.html

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  34. Gina's Craft CornerFebruary 4, 2014 at 7:59 AM

    This would be a great craft for my 7 year old! She loves things like that. I'd love for you to visit my Tips and Tricks Linky party today. We are having a Valentine's Day themed link-up. :)
    Gina @ Gina's Craft Corner

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  35. OneKriegerChickFebruary 4, 2014 at 2:13 PM

    So pretty...Love the colors and patterns you chose! Thanks for sharing at Hit Me With Your Best Shot...Can't wait to see what you've been up to this week!

    ~Ariean http://onekriegerchick.com/

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  36. Sara LehmanFebruary 4, 2014 at 3:49 PM

    This is gorgeous!!

    Thanks for linking up at Tell Me About It Tuesday. We hope you hop over and share with us again this week. (Sorry for the late comment!)

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  37. phillymam37February 4, 2014 at 7:49 PM

    Love this framed heart idea!! So simple but yet makes an impact!! :)

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  38. Marti @ SewLicious Home DecorFebruary 4, 2014 at 9:27 PM

    This is so cute! Thanks for sharing it with us! Pinned!

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  39. TammyFebruary 5, 2014 at 6:45 AM

    This is so adorable. Love it. Pinning to my Love board www.mylifeabundant.com

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  40. Chrissy @ the Pearl BlogFebruary 5, 2014 at 7:43 AM

    as always simple but beautiful. i love all your projects. keep up the good worfk. thanks for linking up to the all things pretty party.

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  41. TheresaFebruary 5, 2014 at 1:46 PM

    Easy, fun and has hearts! What's not to love about this diy.Thanks for sharing @DearCreatives party. Hope your having a great week. I'll be giving this a shout out. Theresa

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  42. The Cottage Market {Andrea} ♥February 6, 2014 at 4:59 AM

    SOOOOOOOOOO Sweet!!!! : ) hugs...

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  43. CaitlynFebruary 6, 2014 at 9:01 AM

    So cute and so easy!

    I would love to have you hop over and share with us at Tell Me About It Tuesday! http://www.sweetsillysara.com/2014/02/tell-me-about-it-tuesday-4.html

    Sara
    sweetsillysara@gmail.com
    http://www.sweetsillysara.com

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  44. Mel@Mellywood's MansionFebruary 6, 2014 at 9:11 AM

    Really pretty I think it would be beautiful in a girls room year round.

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  45. stephanicketyFebruary 6, 2014 at 2:54 PM

    You're featured on the Foodies & Crafties Soiree today! http://thetiptoefairy.com/blog/2014/02/foodies-crafties-soiree-12.html

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  46. JoyFebruary 6, 2014 at 6:28 PM

    P.S. Pinned! :D

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  47. JoyFebruary 6, 2014 at 6:30 PM

    OK, I can't tell if my comments are going or not... :) ...but I just wanted to tell you that I adore your lovely hearts AND the link to the subway art how-to! :) Thanks for sharing this at Treasure Box Tuesday! PINNED!

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    1. The Pin JunkieFebruary 10, 2014 at 9:32 AM

      Thanks Joy! I appreciate your comments. It takes a while for comments to show up because they have to be approved before being published to prevent spam.

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  48. Jocie@TheBetterHalfFebruary 6, 2014 at 7:30 PM

    so so cute! Thanks so much for linking up at Creativity Unleashed last week. Featuring you tomorrow and hope to see you back. :)

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  49. Claire @ Gemini NutritionFebruary 8, 2014 at 3:54 AM




    Great project !!

    I would love you to come and share @ Craft, Create & Inspire linky party !!!

    Look forward to seeing you there :)


    http://livel0vecreate.blogspot.co.uk/2014/02/craft-create-inspire-linky-party-heart_8.html

    Claire x

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  50. Mommy EvolutionFebruary 9, 2014 at 10:40 AM

    Pinning this! Thanks for sharing on The Jenny Evolution's weekly Friday Flash Blog linky party. Have a terrific weekend.

    Jennifer @ The Jenny Evolution

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  51. Tammy KillooughFebruary 9, 2014 at 5:15 PM

    I love this. such a simple Idea...but so creative! Thank you for sharing with Twirl and Take a Bow! ~Tammy

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  52. Stampin' VMG206February 10, 2014 at 9:29 AM

    So cute! I love both of these. What a great idea for Valentine's Day!
    Thank you for sharing on Brag About It Link Party Mondays at Midnight on VMG206.
    ~ Megin of VMG206

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  53. Abby LawsonFebruary 11, 2014 at 12:31 PM

    Girl, you had me at simple! Love this cute little piece of art! Thanks so much for linking up at Hit Me with Your Best Shot! Have a wonderful week!

    ~Abby =)

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  54. UnknownFebruary 12, 2014 at 2:10 PM

    So sweet & simple! This was one of my "knockouts" from last week's Hit Me With Your Best Shot party! Thanks SO much for linking up!

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  55. The Pin JunkieFebruary 13, 2014 at 9:18 AM

    Thanks Laurie! I'll be sure to stop by and check it out!

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  56. JamieJanuary 20, 2015 at 5:44 PM

    That is so cute!! Now I have a thing to make with all of the misc. pieces of craft paper I have left over. Love it! #SCBH2015

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  57. MomHomeGuide.comJanuary 22, 2015 at 6:13 AM

    I really like this project! I'd love it if you could share this at the New A Little Bit of
    Everything Linky Party at Mom Home Guide!

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  58. UnknownFebruary 11, 2015 at 10:21 AM

    So adorable! Good job! Stopping by from Categorically Crafting Show.

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