valentine diy round-up
January 17, 2011 Another round-up for today's post. 4 weeks until the holiday you either love or hate (no on-the-fence). Sure, people waste $ on TERRIBLY UGLY disposable junk, but who doesn't love an excuse to be adored with a little extra thoughtfulness? People just NEED A LITTLE CREATIVITY.
Research for my valentine this year brought me across some FABULOUS ideas.
MATCHBOOKS // Either these with fun photos OR a lovely printable coupon book.
CANDLES // With a cute little votive & matches.
CARDS // But they must be handmade like the above or below freebies.
NOTES // Like this, or maybe the same idea written on a mug—you could even add handmade teabag wrappers. Or plaster a heart attack, but maybe take it all the way like this.
ROMANTIC DINNER // No tv. No distractions. Must have candlelight, and decor like this would be HUGE BONUS. Check out this for more over-the-top party decor ideas.
Your thoughts on the day of all things red and pink? I hope to show my handmade valentines later this week!
Reader Comments (5)
Love these! I love the heart-shaped origami-esque cards and all of those matchbooks are adorable. Great ideas!
i love this holiday. it is a great way to show people how much you love them and do something a little extra and cute for them :) we are busy decorating our house for cupid right now... i have been posting some on it. i am also hand making my kiddos valentines out of stuff we have around the house like old magazine scraps and a heart punch. i can't wait to see your valentines :)
I can't say that I was ever a big fan of Valentine's Day, but seeing these ideas, I think it might be worth celebrating just to have an excuse.....
I LOVE these ideas, especially that first card.
Too cute
Christine
greatoakcircle.com
Love the first card and the origami idea. Lovely blog just added it to my blogroll!