This tutorial shows how to draw the letter L with hearts and flowers, the first in a four-part series spelling out the word LOVE. The decorated letter features a pink ribbon wrapped around it, red hearts scattered across its surface, and a cluster of flowers at the base with an envelope tucked in. Drawing decorative letters combines typography skills with illustration, making each letter into a small artwork rather than just text.
Creating a Decorated Letter L
Through 20 step-by-step images, this guide builds the letter L from its basic shape to a fully decorated design. The ribbon winds around the letter with a bow at the top, hearts fill the space inside the letter form, and flowers bloom at the bottom corner.
The Finished Letter: L with Decorations
Here’s what the completed decorated letter L looks like with all its romantic elements
This letter begins a series of four decorated letters that spell LOVE when drawn together. After finishing the L, continue with the letter O shaped like a heart with cupid, then the letter V with doves and roses, and finally the letter E with ribbons and gifts. Each letter has its own unique decorations while maintaining a cohesive romantic theme. All four letters along with other tutorials will be collected in a Valentine’s Day drawing collection on this site.
How the Steps Work
The color coding makes each step clear:
- Grey shows the underlying structure from earlier
- Red marks new elements for the current step
- Black indicates already completed portions
Start with the basic letter L shape before adding any decorations. The ribbon should wrap naturally around the form, and the hearts need to follow the curves of the letter. Sketch the letter L with hearts lightly at first, adjusting placement of flowers and other elements as you go. Once everything looks balanced, ink the lines and erase pencil marks after drying. Use soft pink for the letter, deeper red for hearts, and various pinks and greens for the flower arrangement.
How to Draw the Letter L with Hearts: Step-by-Step Guide
Show Your Decorated Letter!
That covers the full process for this decorated letter L with hearts and flowers. Planning to draw all four LOVE letters? Leave a comment with your thoughts or questions about any step. If your finished letter is posted online, share the link so others can see your work and offer feedback.
Ready for the next letter? Check out the decorated letter O tutorial, or explore the rose bouquet and heart balloon guides for more romantic drawing practice.