Have you seen Scott Pilgrim vs. The World? If not, I totally recommend it. It is hysterical and quirky in a way that speaks to the heart of a nerd like me. That is why it is my romance choice for this month’s Movie Monday Challenge. It is not the typical romance movie which is why I love it. (Not that I don’t enjoy traditional romances, too.) This DIY seven evil exes frame is the perfect reminder that love can be fun and totally crazy at the same time.

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Looking for a DIY Valentine's gift this year? This DIY seven evil exes frame is the perfect reminder that love can be fun and totally crazy at the same time. Then check out the rest of the Movie Monday Challenge crafts!

This movie is close to my heart. My husband and I went to see it when we were dating. I’m pretty sure he only went out of boyfriend obligation because I couldn’t get anyone else to go with me. We are sitting there and the entire theater is silent. Then the scene when they point out Scott’s only possessions in the apartment comes on and I died laughing. I was immediately embarrassed at how loud I was but then something kind of awesome happened. Everyone else in the theater relaxed and we were all laughing hysterically throughout the movie. It was such a fun movie experience.

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DIY Seven Evil Exes Frame Materials

Blank Wooden Frame
Black and White Heart Paper
Mod Podge
7 Chipboard Letter X’s
Red Acrylic Paint
Small, Flat Paint Brush
Blue Pre-Formed Card
Orange Cardstock (a scrap piece is plenty for this project)
Glue Runner
Scissors (I love, love, love these scissors and recommend them to every crafter!)
Paper Cutter
E6000
Black Permanent Marker

Step 1

First, select 7 chipboard x’s. It doesn’t matter what colors they are. I do recommend choosing multiple sizes and styles.

Step 2

Paint your x’s with red acrylic paint and set them aside to dry.

Step 3

Next, place your disassembled frame on the top, left corner of the black and white hearts paper.

Tip:

Make sure that you do not have it right up to the edge. See the picture above for reference.

Step 4

Trace the inside and outside of the frame. Then draw an “X” in the center.

Step 5

Cut out around your traced lines, leaving extra around the edges as pictured. Also, cut the corners out as you see above.

Step 6

Then cut out the “X” in the center and trim the flaps slightly. (You will need to use your scissors for this part, not the paper cutter.)

Step 7

Next, cover the front of your frame in Mod Podge.

Step 8

Place your frame face-down on the cut out paper. Use your traced lines as a placement guide.

Step 9

Add more Mod Podge to your paper flaps on the inside and mold them to the inside of your frame.

Step 10

Repeat step 9 for the outside flaps as well.

Tip:

You may need to hold he flaps firmly to the sides for a few second to make sure that they stay in place.

Step 11

Set you frame to the side to dry.

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Next, cut a small piece of the black and white hearts paper for the front of your card. You want it to be smaller than the card is.

Step 13

Then cut a piece of orange cardstock to fit inside the black and white hearts piece.

Step 14

Attach the orange cardstock to the center of the white and black hearts piece with your glue runner.

Step 15

Next, write “I’m Glad You Beat My XXXXXXX” on your matted orange cardstock.

Step 16

Attach your matted cardstock to the center of the front of your card.

Step 17

Now pull your frame and x’s back over and glue the x’s to your frame with E6000 as pictured.

Step 18

Let your E6000 dry then reassemble your frame.

This DIY seven evil exes frame turned out fantastically! As you may have guessed, my husband ended up loving Scott Pilgrim vs. The World too. That’s why this year I am giving him this DIY seven evil exes frame and card for Valentine’s Day. It is a sweet reminder of one of our favorite dates and an accurate representation of our nerdy love story.

Now it is time to check out all of the other awesome romance-inspired crafts in the Movie Monday Challenge Blog Hop. What is your favorite romance movie? See if you can find a craft to go with it below!

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On the last (or fourth) Monday of each month, a group of bloggers participate in a #MovieMondayChallenge, hosted by C’mon Get Crafty! We decide on a topic, genre, or specific movie to use for inspiration and everyone gets free reign to create something wonderful!

This month’s challenge was. . . . “Romance! Everyone was allowed to choose their own favorite romantic film for this challenge.

Now let’s see what everyone else was inspired to create for this month’s #MovieMondayChallenge!! If you’d like to join our Facebook group, you can request an invite here.

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This easy DIY Valentine gift card box can be whipped up quickly to add some pizzazz to your man’s Valentine’s gift. Giving it in something handmade adds a little extra love to your gift almost effortlessly.

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Did you miss 15 Totally Awesome Valentine Gifts for Guys last week and wind up buying a gift card at the last minute? Don’t worry. It happens to the best of us. Dress it up a little instead of sticking it in a boring card.

DIY Valentine Gift Card Box Materials

Small Lidded Box Large Enough to Hold a Gift Card (I used one from an old necklace gift)
Pink Tissue Paper
Quick-Dry Tacky Glue
12×12 inch Piece of Cardstock (any style)
Gold Glitter Washi Tape
3-D Valentine Sticker (I got mine at Michaels)
Gift Card

Step 1

Cut your tissue paper into squares.

Tip:

You don’t need much. 1 sheet will be enough. I used the leftovers from making my DIY Monogram Valentine Wreath.

Step 2

Take the lid off of your box and set it to the side.

Step 3

Spread glue on the bottom of your box.

Step 4

Add squares of tissue paper to the glue.

Step 5

Continue covering your box and lid with glue and tissue paper until your entire box is covered.

Tip:

Do not add too many layers. If you do, your lid won’t go back on. Your box will also take longer to dry.

Step 6

Next, allow your box to dry.

Step 7

Add your washi tape to your box so that it looks like a present.

Tip:

Start on the bottom of your box and cover it first. Then add your lid to the top to easily line up the top “ribbons”.

Step 8

Next, add your Valentine sticker to the top, center of your box lid.

Step 9

Now cut a strip of your cardstock that is 1-2 inches wide.

Step 10

Fold your strip of cardstock accordion style so that you have 9 small rectangles.

Step 11

Write your Valentine’s message on the center 7 rectangles (leaving one black at the top and one blank at the bottom). If you want, you can totally steal mine:

For all you do

Throughout the year

Here’s a gift

To bring you cheer!

Happy

Valentine’s

Day!

Step 12

After you’ve written your Valentine’s message, glue the top blank rectangle to the underside of your lid.

Step 13

Next, glue the bottom blank rectangle to the front of your gift card.

Step 14

Allow your glue to dry.

Step 15

Place your gift card in the bottom of your box with the glued side up.

Step 16

Lastly, place your lid on the box.

Now you can turn procrastination into a pretty present. Your husband will appreciate the thoughtfulness and you’ll love how quickly it comes together. Your husband can totally reuse the box later to surprise you with an easy gift. You have to love that multipurpose packaging! Planning a date night for Valentine’s Day, too? These free printable Marriage Conversation Cards are the perfect, quick date night addition whether you’re staying home or going out! Print yours out today.

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More Awesome Valentine’s Ideas for You:

Easy Heart Arrow Valentines
Recycled Pokeball Valentine Box
DIY Seven Evil Exes Frame
Cricut Lollipop Holders for Valentine’s Day – Cookies, Coffee, and Crafts

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Now let’s see what everyone else was inspired to create for this month’s #MovieMondayChallenge!! If you’d like to join our Facebook group, you can request an invite here.

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