DIY Unicorn Party Centerpiece

2 min read September 14, 2026 Laura Russell
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Get ready for a magical Valentine's Day with this DIY Unicorn Party Centerpiece that's perfect for a Unicorn Valentine's Day Party! Cute pink and red pails are filled with foil-wrapped caramels and feature unicorns and hearts standing tall in different shades of pink and red. These centerpieces are a cinch to make in less than an hour and are sure to make a statement at your next unicorn party!

 

Project Time
30 to 40 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Cut a piece of floral foam to fit inside each pink and red pail you'll be using. Press one foam piece at the bottom of each pail.

 

DIY Unicorn Party Centerpiece step 1
Step
2

Use pink, red, and gold paint and a foam brush to paint some wood unicorns, wood hearts, and paper unicorns cut from the unicorn garland. Add a second coat of paint if necessary and let dry completely.

 

DIY Unicorn Party Centerpiece step 2
Step
3

Use a saw to cut the wood dowels into smaller pieces. Figure out how tall you'd like your centerpieces to be. Use a glue gun to attach each wood and paper shape to a wooden dowel. You can also layer a unicorn head over a wood heart for extra cuteness!

 

DIY Unicorn Party Centerpiece step 3
Step
4

Place one dowel in the center of each mini pail, making sure to press the dowel into the foam so it stands nice and straight.

 

DIY Unicorn Party Centerpiece step 4
Step
5

Fill each mini pail with Chocolate Caramel Balls in pink, bright pink, and red to cover the foam.

 

DIY Unicorn Party Centerpiece step 5
Step
6

Decorate the party table with these darling DIY Unicorn Party Centerpieces. Guests will love the colorful unicorns and the sweet treats inside! 

Be sure to see the entire Unicorn Valentine's Day Party here for more ideas.

DIY Unicorn Party Centerpiece step 6

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