We have an adorable DIY Photo Cube that is perfect to show off cute pictures of the kiddos. This one is decorated in pink and red with lots of hearts for the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day.
This DIY Photo Block is so easy to make for any occasion. This project can be made with different colors and embellishments for other holidays or just to use every day!
Get creative, gather your pictures and make this cute wooden photo block. It’s the perfect size.
I know the grandparents would love this for a great gift. You might want one for yourself. Also, try this fun Love You to Pieces Craft.
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Why We Love This
This craft is so simple, and it can be made for so many different occasions. Some ideas include Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, anniversaries, birthdays and more.
Grandma will love this, and kids can help make it. Photo crafts make the best gift ideas.
It’s inexpensive but turns out so cute with little time. With just a few supplies, anyone can make this festive photo cube. You might even have scraps around the house to use for supplies.
Materials for DIY Photo Block
- 4″ Wooden Blocks (I used a piece of a 4×4 fence post for the perfect size of the cubes)
- Acrylic Paint in Pink and Red
- 4, 1″ round wood ball knobs
- White Glue or Hot Glue
- Valentine/Heart Ribbon
- Heart Foam Shapes/Stickers
- Adhesive Felt Heart Shapes
- Paint Brush
- Paper Trimmer or Scissors
- 4 photos
- Scrabble Tiles or Adhesive Foam Letters
How to Make Wooden Photo Block
Step 1 – Attach the wooden balls. Use white glue to attach the wood balls onto the bottom of the wood blocks.
Step 2. Let set to dry completely.
Step 3 – Paint the cube and feet as desired. I decided to paint 2 sides red and 2 sides pink. Let dry completely.
Step 4. A second coat may be necessary depending on the type of paint used on the sides of the blocks.
Step 5 – Use a paper trimmer to cut your photos.
Step 6. Each photo needs to about 3/4″ smaller than the cube.
Step 7 – Adhere the pictures. Attach photos to the cube with white glue or hot glue. Let set to dry.
Step 8 – Decorate the block. Add embellishments such as scrabble tiles, foam heart stickers and ribbon.
Step 9. Affix a tiny bit of white glue or hot glue.
Step 10 – Allow to dry. This adorable handmade gift needs time to dry after adding the embellishments.
Expert Tips
- You can use sand paper to scuff the paint once dried. This isn’t necessary but will give it a vintage appearance if desired.
- Mod Podge can also be used for the pictures. Simply apply a coat of mod podge over the pictures.
- In order to help this project last even longer, you can spray clear acrylic spray over the DIY picture cube.
- Often wood is listed as 4″ x 4″ fence post, but in reality, it measures 3.5″ x 3.5″ so be mindful of this when choosing and cutting photos for your project.
- This tutorial is very easy to modify for any occasion. All you need to do is change the paint colors and embellishments.
- You can easily match any décor, holiday or theme by doing this. If you would like to use this year-round, try neutral colors that match the recipients home décor.
- Find embellishments at the dollar store.
More Fun Ideas for Valentine’s Day
- Easy Kid’s Valentine Cards They Can Make at Home
- Valentine’s Day Homemade Slime
- Valentine’s Craft – Heart Suncatcher
- How to Make a Heart Shaped Wreath
Whether you need something for Valentine’s Day or any occasion, this is a great idea. Give it a try and leave a comment so I know how it turned out.
DIY Photo Block
Equipment
- 4" block of wood (I used a piece of a 4×4 fence post)
- Acrylic Paint in Pink and Red
- 4 1" round wood ball knobs
- White Glue or Hot Glue
- Valentine/Heart Ribbon
- Heart Foam Shapes/Stickers
- Adhesive Felt Heart Shapes
- Paint Brush
- Paper Trimmer or Scissors
- 4 Photos
- Scrabble Tiles or Adhesive Foam Letters
Instructions
How to make Wooden Photo Block:
- Step 1 – Attach the wooden balls. Use white glue to attach the wood balls onto the bottom of the cube. Let set to dry completely.
- Tip: Often wood is listed as 4″ x 4″ fence post, but in reality it measures 3.5″ x 3.5″ so be mindful of this when choosing and cutting photos for your project.
- Step 2 – Paint the cube and feet as desired. I decided to paint 2 sides red and 2 sides pink. Let dry completely. A second coat may be necessary depending on the type of paint used on the sides of the blocks.
- Step 3 – Use a paper trimmer to cut your photos about 3/4″ smaller than the cube.
- Step 4 – Adhere the pictures. Attach photos to the cube with white glue or hot glue. Let set to dry.
- Step 5 – Decorate the block. Add embellishments such as scrabble tiles, foam heart stickers and ribbon. Affix with white glue or hot glue.
- Step 6 – Allow to dry. This adorable handmade gift needs time to dry after adding the embellishments.
How to make a Photo Cube for any occasion:
- This DIY is very easy to modify for any occasion. All you need to do is change the paint colors and embellishments.
- You can easily match any décor, holiday or theme by doing this. If you would like to use this year round, try neutral colors that match the recipients home décor.
- This photo blocks diy makes it easy to paint the blocks any color you choose.
