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I’ve always loved Valentine’s Day..
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if it means I get to change up my home and add a few Valentine decorations!
I don’t mean banners and lacy doilies, my kids are a bit too old for that.
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I do bring out anything that has pink or reds in it, though. Like this lacy apron and whisk from Anthropologie.
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.. hot cinnamon red hearts!
These little Enchante V Demi Tasse Cups were a wee birthday gift to myself…
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And I love that gold is the new silver!
I’ve had this tray forever, had it tucked away, forgotten.. until now.
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I love how it looks with the hot pinks and bright reds.
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These pretty Sidney Hale Co. Natural Soy Candles are my favorite lately,
they’ve got such pretty, subtle scents like:
Agave + Honeysuckle
Sea Salt + Bay Rum
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In Calgary you can find them at Luke’s Drug Mart or the Blue Hydrangea Floral Boutique.
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I think there should be less hype about dating and romance on Valentine’s and make it more about friends, loved ones..
and the bright riot of color
in the midst of a dreary cold winter.
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Another great find.. these were a HomeSense, a bargain and I love the square shape!
Their geometric pattern remind me of lace.
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I’ll be back with those cookies…
That little muffin pan and your demitasse cups are just the cutest things I’ve seen in a long time! Thanks for putting me in the Valentine’s spirit, Smidge! 🙂
I’m all for the bright riot of color in the midst of a dreary cold winter! Lovely post — thanks.
I love your take on Valentine’s Day, Barb. You’ve captured the, ahem, heart of the day without the obvious kitsch. Wonderful!
Lovely pics and ideas as ever
I love all your Valentine decorations and accessories–especially the whisk and muffin pan from Anthropologie–those are so sweet! 🙂
I’m all for spending time with friends since I am a proud single lass this Valentines day!! Love these decorations, so classy!
I think…. that I would love to walk through your home…and just see in person the lovely things you show on your blog…. and I agree with the Valentine’s ‘hype’ because of the way it tends to make those without a significant other at the time or lost someone or has someone who doesn’t do the flower and candy thing……. very sad, We need to build people up ..not make them sad… Diane
Barbara, I love all your decorations and accessories, nice touch for Valentine’s Day! Nice silverware too!
Have you checked out my recent post; Cheesecake with strawberry topping?
Michael 🙂
http://michaelswoodcraft.wordpress.com/2014/02/09/strawberry-topped-cheesecake/
Happy Valentines Day a little early to you Smidge! I love your kitchen assessories, especially that petite little whisk. It would make whipping up Sunday breakfasts so much better. I will have live through your posts and your decorations as there is no room in our apartment for any storage as space is limited. Take Care, BAM
I love all your decorations Barbara. And that photo of yourself, is that new? You look beautiful!
In case you’re wondering who your secret admirer is, it’s me! Sorry, I forgot to fill in my name and e-mail info… 🙂
Heehee.. glad you let me know, I would have wondered:D
It’s all so very pretty, Smidge. We don’t really celebrate Valentine’s Day here apart from couples going out for dinner. No one decorates their homes! What a shame xx
Read your post multiple times. Best read for this long dreary winter. Thanks.
I love all these cute touches for Valentine’s Day! The muffin tray at the top has to be the cutest type I’ve ever seen. (Then again, I don’t think I’ve ever even stumbled across decorated muffin trays!)
I’m with you on the sentiment of Valentine’s Day. This past weekend I was discussing this with my guy, saying how when we have kids I want Valentine’s Day to be celebrated as a family / loved one day, not a romantic day 🙂
I’m afraid I don’t go to any particular lengths to make things special for Valentines. Now I’m feeling really badly about that. We’ll be out of town this next weekend, so I’ll use that for my excuse this year and in the future, I must try to do better! You really do create such a gracious home, Smidge. That’s admirable. It isn’t all about the “look” it’s about the feel, and you create harmony and such a peaceful setting. It really is an inspiration, truly.
All so beautiful! Lovely photos with rich color!
Thanks, Victoria!
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