With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, it is time to start getting crafty with desserts! Now would be the perfect time to check out my top 10 picks for delicious Valentine's Day treats for inspiration! Valentine's Day only comes once a year so make it fabulous! 1.Rice Krispie Valentine Lollipops - Such an awesome twist on a traditional rice crispy treat by FoodieCrush! 2.Valentine’s Treats: Chocolate-Cinnamon Heart Cookies - If you love cinnamon and chocolate these cookies by Cafe Johnsonia are totally for you! 3.Maraschino Cherry Cupcakes - February is also national cherry month and what better way to celebrate with these delicious looking cupcakes from Thrifty Keep Reading
Hosting a Valentine’s Day Party on a Budget
Parties are so much fun to attend. You get to show up and enjoy yourself without having to worry about a thing. Hosting a Valentine’s Day party on a budget doesn’t seem like it would be as much fun, but it can be if you plan it right. Think about what you’ll need for your Valentine’s Day party so you can set your budget. Most likely you’ll want food, beverages and decorations at a minimum. Here are some ideas to help you have a great party without blowing a hole in your pocketbook. Determine the time of the party. What time you have the party can make a big difference in the amount of money you spend. Hosting the party after dinner will keep you from having to prepare a full meal. Keep Reading
Ultimate Valentine’s Day Round-Up
Love is in the air! Valentine's Day is around the corner and the Social Fabric Community has put together the Ultimate Valentine's Day Round-Up to help you prepare for the season of love. From tutorials to crafts to delicious recipes, we have something for everyone. We dare you not to fall in love with these ideas! Craft/DIY/Tutorial Friendly Valentine Candy Jar - Creative Ramblings Valentine Felt Envelopes - Good Morning Loretta Valentine's Day Candy Filled Mason Jar - Savvy Saving Couple Valentine's Day Love Bug Craft - Maryland Momma's Rambles Last-Minute Quick, Cute Cut-Out Cards - Our Daily Craft DIY Heart Shaped Massage Bars - Thriftanista in the City Keep Reading
Frugal Valentine’s Gift Ideas
Some people go all out for Valentine's Day. Others refuse to celebrate it because they say it's too commercial. And then there are those who like the idea of a holiday that's focused on showing their partners how much they care, but do not have the money to buy expensive gifts. If you listen to all of the Valentine's Day ads, it's easy to get discouraged because you can't go out and buy the object of your affection an expensive diamond or a room full of roses. But if you keep in mind that Valentine's Day is a time show your love and have a good time together, it's easy to see that high-dollar gifts are not necessary. Here are some gift ideas that your partner will love that won't break Keep Reading
Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids
Looking for some fun simple craft ideas for Valentines Day? You came to the right place! Stain Glass Sugar Cookies - The Oliverson Posse Although they may seem hard, these heart-shaped stained glass sugar cookies only require a regular cookie dough recipe, plus some Jolly Ranchers. Chocolate Playdough - 123 Homeschool 4 Me Simple to make and yummy to smell, chocolate Play Dough is a great way to keep toddlers occupied for hours on end. With limited ingredients you more than likely already have on hand, this is easy to whip up in a pickle. Heart Of A Lion Valentines Day Craft - MomDot If you're looking for a more boy-friendly Valentine's Day activity, try this basic Keep Reading
The Story of Valentine’s Day
Couples everywhere look forward to Valentine’s Day each year to share a special day with each other. What’s interesting, however, is that most people don’t know the history behind the holidays they celebrate. Take the story of Valentine’s Day, for instance. Many people don’t know about the beginning of the holiday or why certain items are associated with the holiday. Valentine’s Day is a holiday which is believed to have started in Ancient Rome. February 14 was the date set aside to honor the goddess Juno who was Queen of the Gods and Goddesses. Juno was also the Goddess of Women and Marriage. The Feast of Lupercalia began the next day on February 15. It’s important to note that boys Keep Reading
Honey Bee My Valentine Cakes
Looking for a new twist on your traditional Valentine cupcakes? Try the Honey Bee My Valentine Cakes! Recently my son started preschool. It's not just a new world for him but me too. The preschool sent home a letter the other day letting me know they would be celebrating Valentine's Day with a classroom party and asking for parents to send in treats. In my head I thought sure, cupcakes are always nice, but aren't the other parents going to bring them in too? Though a bit of brainstorming, the Honey Bee My Valentine Cake was born! My son went crazy when he saw my test run! They are so different, fun and crazy cute! These are going to be perfect for the kids to enjoy and Keep Reading
