2 Easy DIY Valentine’s Day Table Toppers to Elevate Your Galentine’s Gathering!

Looking for a fun, affordable, and seriously cute way to level up your tablescape? We’ve got two easy, creative DIY ideas that are party-tested, Packed Party-approved, and totally customizable. Both table toppers were designed to complement our Shiny & Sweet Valentine’s Day Collection, but would easily work with any theme or party you are hosting! Best of all, you can make each one with just a few supplies from your local craft store... you might even already have them!

Whether you're hosting a heart-shaped brunch, a candy-coated dinner party, or a classroom celebration, these easy table toppers will add a festive (and personal) touch to your party setup.

1. DIY XO Craft Paper Table Runner 🖊️💌

Supplies Needed:

• Kraft paper roll (what we used from Hobby Lobby)

• White paint pen

• Optional: Tinsel, candy hearts, and Packed Party paper vases + sippers and velvet bows for styling and extra sparkle!

How-To:
Roll out your kraft paper down the center of your table for a simple, neutral base. Then take a white paint pen and write “xo” in a repeat pattern all across the runner - echoing the sweet design found on our Valentine’s Day dinner plates! It's easy, elevated, and pairs perfectly with the blush pinks and reds in our Shiny & Sweet party collection! This would complement almost any table so sweetly, and the handwritten letters make for a one-of-a-kind look - surely to be talked about!!

Top with tinsel, scatter some candy hearts, and center your setup with one of our novelty heart sippers or paper vases for a table runner that’s playful and polished.

2. DIY Doodle-Paper Table Cover with Personalized Names ✍️💖

Supplies Needed:

• Pink wrapping paper (what we used from Hobby Lobby)

• Red Sharpie Creative Marker

• Optional: Stickers, confetti, tinsel, and our Shiny & Sweet collection to layer on top!

How-To:
Instead of using a runner, go all out and cover the full table! This gives a pop of pink from edge to edge. Use your red marker to doodle on fun Valentine’s icons like bows, hearts, and squiggles. Want to go the extra mile? Write each guest’s name near their place setting for a sweet, custom, and personal touch.

Finish it off with confetti, tinsel, and all the party goodies,  like our Paper Vases, Novelty Sippers, or matching napkins for max impact! More is BEST!

Styling Tips for Both Table Toppers

✨ Layer on the Love: Candy hearts, tinsel garlands, confetti pouches, more is always better.

🍽️ Mix in Packed Party favorites: Use our heart sippers as drinkware and décor, or pop one of our Shiny & Sweet plates in the center of your setting for a cohesive look.

📸 Photo-Ready Moments: Don’t forget to take pics! These toppers aren’t just cute IRL, they’re made for the grid.

Ready to Create the Cutest Valentine’s Table?

Both of these easy Valentine’s Day table DIYs are budget-friendly, beginner-friendly, and sure to impress your party guests. Grab your markers, roll out some paper, and get doodling — then top it all off with Packed Party’s signature sparkle. 💕

Best of all, these table toppers are disposable, and you can get up to 20 runners from just one roll! It’s the perfect pick for cookie decorating parties, painting parties, or any celebration where a little mess is part of the fun.

Are you celebrating this Valentine's Day season? Let us know what kind of party you are hosting and which table topper you'll create?

xoxo!