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Valentine’s Day canvas art you’ll want to display all year round
If this canvas could talk, it would tell you that it’s been painted over and over again quite a few times. It’s all about up-cycling. Last year I wrote “diy wall art” on it. This week I decided to refresh it with a sweet Valentine note. This DIY is super easy to do, requires very few things and makes a great affordable piece of wall décor. And of course you could adapt this project for any other occasion or message. *** Written by Liette, Co-Founder of UTR.
- Wall canvas
- Drop cloth
- Paint tray, paint roller & stick, latex paint (leftover from a bedroom refresh)
- Pencil and a Sharpie paint marker
- I set the canvas on the moving boxes which made it easy to paint the sides without touching the floor as I was painting.
- Then I painted the top, over the existing writing. It took 4 coats of paint to cover the previous black Sharpie art. (Obviously, if you’re starting with a blank canvas, you can skip this step, or do only one or two coats to prime the canvas, depending what colour you’re using). In between paint coats, I’d wrap the roller and tray in a plastic bag to prevent them from drying.
Note: Make sure to allow enough drying time between each coat, and wait till it’s completely dry before writing on it.
Writing on the canvas:
- I used a Sharpie paint marker because it was easy to use and I didn’t have to mess with more paint. It worked extremely well. Make sure to read the instructions before using it to avoid any extra paint blur messing up your canvas. Also, don’t press too hard; you don’t want to make a hole in the canvas.
- You can certainly use a stencil to make your art, but I thought I’d do it free-hand. To avoid any “screw-ups”, I practiced on a large piece of paper first. After testing different fonts, I opted for cursive writing because the look was soft, feminine and somewhat more romantic. After all, it was a Valentine piece.
Once I figured out the font, I placed my test page over the canvas to see how it would look. It also helped me determine how close to the left edge to start writing and how far from the bottom. It seems like fussy details, but because I had already painted the canvas 4 times I wanted to make sure I was 100% confident when writing.
And voilà, my masterpiece!
Since I’m French “Je t’aime” seemed like the perfect expression for me to use for this Valentine project. The sky’s the limit in terms of what to write on your canvas. Caution though: the more words you pick, the more complicated it gets. Keeping the writing aligned and straight can be a bit nerve-wracking.
Once you’ve decided on the words, decide if you’ll hang the canvas vertically or horizontally. If you happen to know where you’ll be hanging the canvas when done, that helps too.
Instead of simply dotting the “i”, I went fancy with little heart-shaped gold stickers to emphasize the Valentine theme. Since they’re easy to peel off, I can simply use the Sharpie to add a dot if I change my mind. I could have used red hearts, but since I’ll be displaying the canvas on my wall for a while (until I’m ready to paint it again), I didn’t’ want it to scream Valentine. Subtle was the way to go.
Hanging a large canvas can be awkward because often it’s as wide as your arms can spread open – the easiest way to hang it, is with CanvasHangers as seen in this short video:
To buy the CanvasHangers, go to our online store. (P.S. They’re on sale now)
Considering how popular the canvas art trend is and how affordable it is, I’m thinking of making a couple of larger pieces to cover a big blank wall I have at home.
Stay tuned for more canvas projects coming to the blog soon.
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Unisex Adult T-Shirt
There are three measurements in the table below; Width (across the chest armpit to armpit), Length (shoulder to hem) and Chest (full chest circumference – around chest and back).
Remember, these measurements are for the t-shirt, not yourself. For a better fit, we recommend that you measure your favourite t-shirt.
Actual garments may vary in measurements up to 10%, this is unavoidable due to cutting and sewing processes.
| Centimetres | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | Width | Length | Approx Chest |
| S | 45-46 | 71-72 | 90-92 |
| M | 50-51 | 73-74 | 100-102 |
| L | 55-56 | 75-77 | 120-112 |
| XL | 60-61 | 78-79 | 120-122 |
| 2XL | 66-67 | 81-82 | 132-134 |
| 3XL | 71-72 | 83-84 | 142-144 |
| 4XL | 76-77 | 86-87 | 152-154 |
| Inches | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | Width | Length | Approx Chest |
| S | 17.5-18 | 28-28.5 | 35-36 |
| M | 19.5-20 | 28.5-29 | 39-40 |
| L | 21.5-22 | 29.5-30.5 | 43-44 |
| XL | 23.5-24 | 30.5-31 | 47-48 |
| 2XL | 26-26.5 | 32-32.5 | 52-53 |
| 3XL | 28-28.5 | 33-33.5 | 56-57 |
| 4XL | 30-30.5 | 34-34.5 | 60-61 |
Unisex Long Sleeve T-Shirt
There are three measurements in the table below; Width (across the chest armpit to armpit), Length (shoulder to hem) and Chest (full chest circumference – around chest and back).
Remember, these measurements are for the shirt, not yourself. For a better fit, we recommend that you measure your favourite shirt.
Actual garments may vary in measurements up to 10%, this is unavoidable due to cutting and sewing processes.
| Centimetres | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | Width | Length | Approx Chest |
| S | 45-46 | 71-72 | 90-92 |
| M | 50-51 | 73-74 | 100-102 |
| L | 55-56 | 75-77 | 120-112 |
| XL | 60-61 | 78-79 | 120-122 |
| 2XL | 66-67 | 81-82 | 132-134 |
| Inches | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | Width | Length | Approx Chest |
| S | 17.5-18 | 28-28.5 | 35-36 |
| M | 19.5-20 | 28.5-29 | 39-40 |
| L | 21.5-22 | 29.5-30.5 | 43-44 |
| XL | 23.5-24 | 30.5-31 | 47-48 |
| 2XL | 26-26.5 | 32-32.5 | 52-53 |
Unisex Adult Hoodie
There are three measurements in the table below; Width (across the chest armpit to armpit), Length (shoulder to hem) and Chest (full chest circumference – around chest and back).
Remember, these measurements are for the hoodie, not yourself. For a better fit, we recommend that you measure your favourite hoodie.
Actual garments may vary in measurements up to 10%, this is unavoidable due to cutting and sewing processes.
| Centimetres | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | Width | Length | Approx Chest |
| S | 51 | 67 | 91.5 |
| M | 56 | 70 | 101.5 |
| L | 61 | 73 | 112 |
| XL | 65 | 76 | 122 |
| 2XL | 69 | 79 | 132 |
| 3XL | 73 | 82 | 142.5 |
| 4XL | 78 | 86 | 152.5 |
| 5XL | 83 | 90 | 157.5 |
| Inches | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | Width | Length | Approx Chest |
| S | 20 | 26 | 36 |
| M | 22 | 28 | 40 |
| L | 24 | 29 | 44 |
| XL | 26 | 30 | 48 |
| 2XL | 27 | 31 | 52 |
| 3XL | 29 | 32 | 56 |
| 4XL | 31 | 34 | 60 |
| 5XL | 33 | 35 | 62 |
Is a custom canvas print a good Valentine’s Day gift?
Yes! Custom Valentine’s Day wall art featuring a photo of you and your partner is a great gift. Canvas prints allow you to display your most memorable and intimate moments, whether that’s your wedding day, anniversary, or first date. Plus, canvases make it easier to cherish memories between you and that special someone for years to come. Show your significant other you care with a canvas that perfectly captures your love.
If you’re looking for cute Valentine’s Day gifts, CanvasPeople has a diverse assortment of customizable gifts, including photo pillows, photo blankets, decorative ornaments, and more.
How do I order a Valentine’s Day wall canvas?
Ordering custom Valentine’s gifts from CanvasPeople is easy and convenient. Simply select the canvas layout you like the most, upload your image, choose your size, and you’re done! Then, add the canvas print to your cart, and we’ll handle the rest.
You have several options when it comes to Valentine’s Day decor and wall art. CanvasPeople offers a variety of attractive canvas layouts to suit almost any treasured photograph. Not only that, but you can add text to your canvas to personalize it even more.
You might include the names of you and your partner, the date or location where you met or got married, or your anniversary. Or, maybe you have a sweet phrase or quote that means a lot to you and your partner. All of these are excellent ways to customize your print.
We offer several photo enhancements, like teeth whitening, red eye removal, and image sharpening, to make your photo look the best as possible. You can also add special effects to your print, such as black and white or sepia color tones.
Additionally, you can select a frame to enhance your canvas print. Our framed canvases come in black, white, and espresso to match any room. Your Valentine’s decor can be fun, elegant, dramatic, or whatever you want it to be with our convenient customization tools.
When do I need to order to ensure delivery by February 14th?
In the continental United States, custom canvas prints are typically shipped within 7-10 business days and often delivered within 10-12 business days after placing your order.
However, shipping can take longer during the holiday season due to increased demand. To ensure you get your custom gift in time for Valentine’s Day, we recommend placing your order at least two weeks before February 14th.
Note that shipping can also take longer if you live in Alaska, Hawaii, or AFO/FPO and U.S. territories. It’s a good idea to order your Valentine’s gift up to 3 weeks in advance if you live outside the continental US.
Once you’ve placed your order, you can conveniently check on your order status anytime on the CanvasPeople website.
