What’s better than wearing your heart on your sleeve? Displaying it on your wall!
The craftiest holiday of the year, Valentine’s Day, is just around the corner. Now is the time to express your affection to loved ones by decorating your home for the holiday and baking sweet treats. If you’re stuck on where to get started—and are done with the cheesy decor decked out in XO’s—I’ve got your back! Keep reading as I share how to turn decorating your home for Valentine’s into a gift for loved ones ❤
Let’s make your home feel as fresh—and fun—as a new crush 😉
Illuminate with Mood Lights
“The most effective way to affect the feel, atmosphere or mood of a space is to play with the lighting”, interior designer Nicola Harding tells Homes and Gardens. And that’s especially true for romantic atmospheres—where soft and diffused lighting can instantly make the ambiance intimate.
In that regard, mood lights are a designer’s favorite. Whether it’s an LED heart or pre-lit curtains (Buzzfeed shares one of their favorites—and I’m in love!), your options are diverse. Another must for Valentine’s decor is candles; these can be candlesticks on your table setting or scented candles for an intimate ambiance. Vanilla and rose are two romantic fragrances to consider.
Credit: Brylane Home
Leverage Chocolates (Of Course)
A little bit of chocolate does no harm on Valentine’s… especially when you have it displayed as decor. A crowd-pleaser is chocolate bouquets; simply arrange wrapped chocolates in a spiral pattern on a foam base and fill any gaps with decorative leaves. Also, be sure to add a chocolate box to your better half’s gift bag. (If you’re feeling crafty, why not DIY the box?)
Credit: Mr Chocolate
Toss in Romantic Seasonal Decor
Cushions and throws are one of the easiest ways to decorate for the holidays (swapping out covers is also considered an affordable interior design idea). Consider a rosy color palette for your set of cushions—brownie points for choosing a cover with a frill.
“Incorporate diverse textures into your design to add intrigue and depth”, says Artem Kropovinsky, interior designer at Arsight. He continues to add his favorite textures: velvet, silk, and metallic elements—for a romantic yet glamorous touch. This is your cue to snag all those velvet and silk covers!
Adding a seasonal piece of art is another great way to embrace the holiday. In that regard, a heart motif is always a win 😉 And if you’ve got some rolled-up sleeves, painting bottle brush trees pink and repurposing mason jars will go a long way.
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Make Sweet Treats
Everyone loves a sweet treat on Valentine’s. If you’re ready to put on that apron, here are a few dessert ideas the whole family will love:
| TREAT | What You’ll Need | Recipe |
| Chocolate-dipped fruit skewers | – Strawberries, grapes, or fruit of your choice – Melted Chocolate – Skewers | Recipe |
| Red velvet cookies | – Red velvet cake mix – Oil – Eggs – White chocolate chips | Recipe |
| Italian shaved ice granita | – Lemonade – Limoncello – Raspberries | Recipe |
Tip: If you’re looking for souvenir ideas—and are better at crafting than baking—try these I Dig You Valentines. They’re also a great no-card idea for your child’s classroom.
Toss in Flowers
What’s Valentine’s Day without flowers? While opting for fresh flowers, such as classic red roses, is a fantastic idea, you can get creative, too. Fill a glass vase with candy hearts, and insert stems of your favorite flowers into the base. Finally, make it super cute by tying a ribbon bow around the vase. Alternatively, you can hang a minimalist wreath; all you need to DIY is a large metal ring and a few faux flowers.
Credit: Julia Testa
Curate A Table Setting
No matter how small your space is, create a maximalist spread to mimic luxury home interior design! Start by laying a runner, and top it with a centerpiece (read: chocolate swan figurine).
Go all out with love-shaped balloons, toss in some light-colored greenery, and use candles throughout. And the rest is up to you! From extra seasonal embellishments to favors, you can curate a setting of your liking. Tip: If you’re more a floral than a heartsy person, ditch the solid Valentine’s decor and choose light pink flowers instead.
Final Words
Crafting love at home is one of the best ways to show your love to family. And remember—it’s all about personal preference! If you love a minimalist interior, white and gold decorations will be a great idea, too. Likewise for the maximalist at heart. Just follow your heart and curate an interior that yells LOVELY!
Oh, and if you’d love a professional holiday decorator, we provide online interior decorating services throughout Staten Island and Brooklyn 💝
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