Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating love, and showing those dearest that you care for and appreciate them. This doesn't always mean you have to buy something, but spending time together is a must! It's also a great season to show yourself some love too, whether that's through decorating your living space or practicing self-care. Here are five ways that you can spread some love this season.
1. Decorate your home ♥
In the winter, decorating isn’t just reserved for Christmas! Bust out all of those heart decorations, or head to the store and pick some up. If you really want to get into it, you can also add Valentine’s-themed throw cushions, blankets, soy candles, and hand soaps into the mix. Do as little or as much as you want to add that festive feeling to your home!
2. Whip up some baked goods ♥
Bake heart-shaped cookies or your favourite cupcakes and decorate them with lots of red, pink and purple frosting, sprinkles, or candies. You could also make festive crispy rice squares by adding some red, pink, or purple food colouring into the melted marshmallow! Spread the love and share the treats with your friends, family, neighbours, or coworkers.
3. Get crafty with your kids ♥
Make sure you have lots of red, pink and purple craft supplies, and then sit down at the table with your kids to make Valentine decorations or cards together! Some ideas include festive picture frames, wreaths, suncatchers, slime, and bracelets. This is also an excellent opportunity to have a conversation with your child about Valentine’s Day and what it means to them.
4. Spend quality time with a partner or friend ♥
There are a number of things you could do to celebrate love together, whether it's romantic or platonic. Partners might enjoy a candlelit dinner together and exchange small gifts or cards. Friends might choose to have a rom-com movie night together, with each person bringing a different Valentine’s-themed treat for all to enjoy!
5. Treat yourself! ♥
Valentines isn't just about loving others, it's about showing love to yourself too! If that looks like taking a relaxing bath with your favourite Bath Bomb or buying that big box of chocolates, then go for it!
We hope your Valentine’s season is filled with kindness, warmth, and love, however you choose to spend it! Don’t forget to express how much your loved ones mean to you, and treat yourself with love too!
