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Happy Valentine’s Day!

February 14, 2014

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I have loved Valentine’s Day for as long as I can remember… my mom always made it a very special day with personalized gift bags, heart themed gifts and an amazing breakfast.  As we’ve gotten older, I realized that the girls are probably the only ones who care about this holiday, but whatever… who doesn’t enjoy a day surrounded by love, chocolate, hearts, kisses and pink?!

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Valentine’s Day Cards

February 13, 2014

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Looking for a last minute card idea for your Valentine?   Look no further!

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All you need is:

  1. Fold card stock in half.
  2. Use a white crayon to write a note, dray a symbol, whatever comes to you! – the tricky part here is you can’t see what you are writing… so I recommend the shorter the better 🙂
  3. Using watercolor paints, I did an ombre design on top of the crayon to reveal the sweet design!
  4. Let dry and gift to your favorite valentine(s)!

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I also made some homemade friendship bracelets for my sisters with some colored cord, fun beads and an adjustable knot.

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Valentine’s Day Decor

February 12, 2014

IMG_6417 I realized I haven’t done a decor post in awhile and wanted to share some pictures of my February themed home!

IMG_6411 I have been depriving myself of flowers over the winter months, and had to check out Trader Joe’s selection during my last shopping trip… it was a success as you can see!  I used various old candle holders and Target low ball glasses to create a fun centerpiece for my dining room table.

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I also updated my frames above my couch.  This year I used pink glitter wrapping paper, some fun pink/love themed greeting cards, a gorgeous rose covered Dior ad, and some fun gold prints.

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I updated my bar cart with rose colored liquors and a fun polaroid from my wedding.

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I added little red and pink accents throughout my home – with candy, throws, flowers and books.

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Valentine’s Day Breakfast

February 10, 2014

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Trying to celebrate a holiday while running out the door for work can be a little counterproductive, so I wanted to put together a quick and easy menu for starting Valentine’s day off right!
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Menu

Hazelnut Latte

Fresh Squeezed Blood Orange Juice

Sun Dried Tomato Frittata

Cinnamon Roll Hearts

Red Fruit Salad with Mint Syrup

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If you aren’t pressed for time, I’d recommend checkout out these other fun V-Day themed breakfast options:

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