Holiday Planning & Ideas Valentine's Day Valentine's Day Crafts Stuffed Paper Hearts On Valentine's Day, pass out pillowy treats made from bright-pink and orange tissue paper and white parchment (yes, the kind you bake with), and stuffed with sour candies and a fun, flirty greeting. By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on December 28, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email What You'll Need Materials Heart Template White parchment paper Tissue paper in bright pink or orange Straight pins Contrasting thread Sewing machine Scissors Pencil Candies and handwritten note Instructions Download and print Heart template. Cut out 2 squares of parchment and 1 of tissue paper, all slightly larger than template. Sandwich tissue square between parchment ones; pin to prevent slipping. Trace heart onto top sheet with a pencil. Using contrasting thread, machine-stitch 3/8 inch inside heart outline, leaving a 3-inch gap. Trim excess paper, leaving a 3/8-inch border around stitching. Slide candies and note under top parchment layer. Machine-stitch gap closed.