Search Results for: blog last minute valentines day ideas

Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Celebration

We’re halfway through Valentine’s Day and if you haven’t already presented your sweetie with a gift from the heart don’t fret. You still have time to impress him or her and keep yourself out of the dog house. Check out these easy and affordable ideas for making tonight a special one for your true love: Decorations: Grab a few wire hangers from the closet and bend them into heart shapes. Cover the wire with red or pink ribbon and glue the ends together. If you have time and money, you could embellish the heart with silk flowers. Otherwise, just place … Continue reading →

Valentine’s Day Gifts with Heart

According to the National Retail Federation, the average American will spend approximately $125 on Valentine’s Day gifts this year. What the… A hundred twenty five bucks on high-calorie chocolate that will force you to spend even more time in the gym and overpriced flowers that probably won’t live to see the weekend? I barely have enough money to fill up my car now that gas prices have jumped 20 cents in less than 10 days. Believe me; no one in my house is spending or receiving Love Day gifts that exceed $5… if that. Just call me the Valentine’s Day … Continue reading →

Sweet and Simple Valentine’s Day

Who says Valentine’s Day has to be an elaborate affair? Unless you are being wooed by Donald Trump there’s little chance that your Love Day will include jetting off to a romantic locale, being showered with diamonds and rubies, and dining on a five-course gourmet meal while Luciano Pavarotti serenades you in multiple languages. Heck, most of us will be lucky if we find a crumpled handmade Valentine’s Day card in the bottom of our kid’s backpack. Celebrating February 14th doesn’t have to put a strain on your wallet. Forget about the fancy chocolates, chilled champagne, long-stemmed roses, and massive … Continue reading →

Last Minute Preschool Valentines Ideas

Is your preschooler bringing Valentines to friends this week or this coming weekend? Looking for something cute to make that won’t cost a fortune or take hours upon hours of time? Last month, I mentioned the idea of buying miniature brownies, placing them in little bags, and tagging them with children’s names. But what else can you do that’s cute, fun, and doesn’t take a long time? If you have a younger preschooler, bring out the paint or finger paint. Take a big piece of paper, take out the red, pink, and white, and let your preschooler go to it. … Continue reading →

Valentine’s Day Candy Crafts for Kids

When you’re a kid Valentine’s Day is basically another Halloween, except you don’t have to dress up in weird costumes order to score a ton of candy. My kindergartner is anxiously counting down the days until the Friday before Love Day. That’s the day my daughter’s class will exchange Valentine’s Day cards and treats. The students already made Valentine’s Day card boxes, so they have something to hold their stash of sweet treats. If you are looking for easy ways to combine the card and Valentine’s treat into one convenient bundle for your kid to take to school for his … Continue reading →

Ways to Keep the Kids Busy on Valentine’s Day

How are you planning to spend Valentine’s Day? Will you be enjoying dinner out with your sweetheart or will you be celebrating Love Day at home with the entire family? For many families the flailing economy has forced them to cut back on Valentine’s Day spending. However, the following ideas prove that you don’t have to break the bank to celebrate February 14th in style. These simple kid-friendly projects are ideal for keeping children content on Valentine’s Day. VALENTINE’S DAY CARD HOLDER Students who got swamped with Valentine’s Day cards at school will find this craft to be exactly what … Continue reading →

Last Minute Travel Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day

Forget about the sirloin steak dinner and singing greeting card. Ditch your desire to shower her with coffee mugs and candy. According to a recent online poll, what most moms want this Mother’s Day is a relaxing trip to a far off destination (supposedly far, far away from that sink full of dirty dishes and the piles of soiled laundry overflowing from the bathroom hamper). Personally, I would settle for a day off from kitchen duties. So the verdict is in: moms the world over are looking for adventure on the high seas, excitement in the air, and fun in … Continue reading →

Valentine’s Day: It’s Not Too Late!

Yes, Valentine’s Day is tomorrow, but that’s okay. Sometimes, even though you know a special occasion is coming, it can sneak up on you, but it’s not too late. If you find yourself unprepared, don’t worry. There are still some last minute things you can do to show that special someone you care. Send E-Cards Are you out of time, money, or both? None of these issues mean that you cannot still send a Valentine’s Day card. You don’t have to wait on the mail and you don’t even have to head to the store. Just pick out a great … Continue reading →

Last Minute Decorating Ideas for Valentine’s Day

It only takes a few moments to change the mood of any room. So, even if tomorrow’s date sneaked up on you and you still have things to do to get ready, you can squeeze in a few simple, last minute touches to help make any space say Happy Valentine’s Day. Heart Placemats Michele had some cute ideas for decorating and for heart-shaped food, so what better way to serve such items than on Valentines themed plates atop heart-shaped placemats? You’ll need twelve hearts for each placemat. Cut them about 6” high by 6” wide. You can use fabric, lace … Continue reading →

Last Minute Valentine’s Day Ideas

I know it’s crazy, but Valentine’s Day always sneaks up on me. No matter how many red and pink heart displays I see at the stores, I always end up surprised that it’s here. Maybe the reason is because I don’t think of it as a real holiday. It’s not like other holidays where we travel to family or expect company here. It’s not like we get off of school or work. It’s even a school night. And so once again, it’s about 30 hours until Valentine’s Day and I’ve done nothing for my own loved ones. I have planned … Continue reading →