Things to do on Valentine's Day

if you forgot to make a dinner reservation! First, why not celebrate Valentines Day this weekend. I love this Romantic Valentines Day Picnic!

Make a romantic dinner at home, and don't forget the most important part, the dessert!

Doesn't this bittersweet chocolate mousse look divine?

Other thoughts: Go out for cocktails and skip dinner or catch a movie!!

photo and links: Brenda's wedding blog, martha stewart

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DIY ~ Make Your Own Valentine's Day Cards

Nothing is more personal than a handwritten note, so why should Valentine's Day be treated any differently? Show someone you care by making your own Valentine's Day cards. Get your construction paper, felt, scissors markers and glue... add some stickers, glitter, stamps, paint brushes and paint... and go to town! I promise you will have fun!

Related: Love Birds on a Wire ~ a watercolor painting

DIY Paper Rose Wreath via Shelterness

photos: flickr, martha stewart, family fun

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Decorating Ideas - Vintage Papers and Branches

Be Romantic this Valentines day ... with Vintage papers ... love notes and poems

~ a fresh idea for your tabletop.

photo: eclectic dining room design by French Larkspur

Related: Bright ideas ~ Bud vases centerpiece

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Etsy Finds : Affordable Valentine's Day gifts

What do you buy for your friends, family and loved ones on Valentine's Day? These gifts are not only affordable, but they will last longer than traditional flowers and candy...

PINK - Illustration Art Print $16.00

Hearts and Flowers earrings $14.50

"Love Birds" original watercolor painting, $38.00

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Valentines Day Gifts from Layla Grayce

Don't miss these Valentines Day gifts from Layla Grayce. The Jessie Steele Hostess Apron in red and white polka dot is super cute!! The apron is only $30 dollars and the matching oven mitts are just $10 or less.

The Pine Cone Hill Fleece Blanket is the perfect gift to snuggle up under with your special Valentine! The decorative damask print accents this soft, fleecy blanket and it's on sale for only $38!

and listed among Oprah's Favorite Things, is the Lollia in Love Bubble Bath!

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Valentine and Gift Sticker Set Giveaway!

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Valentine's Day Inspired - Heart Patches

I think I have a sweater in need of some elbow patches, and aren't these the cutest? If you are a crafty DIY -er, pick up some of these heart patches.

Don't forget your loved ones this year ~ Send Roses

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Monday Inspiration

"The rose speaks of love silently, in a language known only to the heart."

What do you prefer to receive for Valentine's Day? Take a peek at these:

Gourmet Chocolate Covered Strawberries and fresh roses for Valentine's Day.

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