Tips for Decorating your Home for Valentine's Day
How to decorate your home for Valentine’s Day
It's that time of the year when we sprinkle a bit of love dust on everything around us. If you're ready to turn your home into a cozy love nest, let's dive into some delightful Valentine's Day decorating ideas that will make your space as warm and fuzzy as your heart.
Sort Out A Plan
First things first, if you’re planning a decorated home, I’m going to assume you will be spending quite some time there. So make sure you have a plan of action for the day. You don’t want to put all this effort into decorating just to sit around and do what your normally would.
So with that being said, check out these ideas for how you can spend your Valentine’s day at home;
Get Your Valentines Outfit Sorted
You also want to make sure you yourself are as decorated as your home. I am of course talking about your Valentine’s outfit. Take a look at these to find whatever look you’re after;
Romantic Wall Decor
DIY Heart Art and Garlands
So, you want to declare your love loud and clear? Get your crafty pants on and create some DIY heart art.
Tip: Hang heart garlands along your staircase or drape them on your fireplace for an instant love infusion.
Love-themed Wall Decals and Posters
Not feeling the arts and crafts vibe? No worries. Invest in some cute wall decals or posters.
Cozy and Romantic Textiles
Valentine's Day Throw Pillows
Nothing says comfort like a sea of throw pillows. Mix and match different designs and textures.
Tip: Don't shy away from bold colors; they add a pop of romance to any space.
Classic Love Heart Pillow
When it comes to Valentine’s pillows, this is the classic, the love heart shaped red throw pillow. Pick up a couple of these for the bed or your sofa and Valentine’s day has been achieved.
Faux Fur Love Heart Pillow
Now if you fancy yourself a little Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and want to get more stylish with your love heart pillows, then these are the ones for you. Faux fur so they’ve got a good texture and you can purchase them in just about any color you can imagine. So you can make the pillows fit your theme.
That’s especially good if you’re looking to get your moneys worth and keep the pillows out all year long.
Lovey-Dovey Blankets and Throws
Wrap yourself in love with cozy blankets. Personalize them with initials or special dates.
Tip: Layering different textures like knits and faux fur creates a tactile and inviting atmosphere.
Love Heart Blanket
A great example is the love heart blanket above. Perfect as a throw, perfect for snuggling up. Pair that with one of the above heart pillows and you’ve got the ultimate Valentine’s day cosy corner.
Or do something like this…
Valentines bed decorations - Image source Pinterest
Valentines Swan Towel - Image source Pinterest
Valentines love heart Towel - Image source Pinterest
Valentines Swan Towel and rose petals - Image source Pinterest
Table Settings for Love-filled Meals
Romantic Tablecloths and Runners
Elevate your dining experience with a romantic table setting. I’ve already spoke about how you can host the best ever Valentine’s dinner at home. Which goes hand in hand with this section. Making your table setting look as good as the food will taste.
Tip: Layer a sheer table runner over a bold tablecloth for a touch of sophistication.
Heart-shaped Plates and Tableware
Get playful with your plates and utensils. I once found heart-shaped plates at a thrift store, and they instantly became a Valentine's Day tradition.
Tip: If heart-shaped plates are too much, consider heart-patterned napkins or cute dessert plates.
Heart Shaped Plates
These heart shaped plates are perfect for whipping out on Valentine’s day. Especially for those Valentine’s day photo’s you’ll undoubtedly be taking.
Heart Shaped Slate and Serving Boards
If you’re going with nibbling and snacky bits such as cheese and crackers, then a classic heart shaped piece of slate would be perfect for that.
Lace Valentine’s Table Runner Set
Then you need to get the table itself sorted. This lace Valentine’s table runner is perfect for your Valentine’s dinner.
Red Table Cloth
Or you could go with something classic such as a red table cloth.
Love Heart Table Runner
Another option that adds some quality is this love heart table runner.
Metallic Red Heart Foil
As for the decorating, you want to scatter the table with these mini love hearts.
Rose Candles
Then add some ambiance with some candles. I personally love these heart shaped tealights.
Sweetheart Centerpieces
DIY Floral Arrangements with a Twist
Bring nature inside with DIY floral arrangements. I once crafted a bouquet with heart-shaped accents, and it became the focal point of our Valentine's Day dinner.
Tip: Add a few candles to your centerpiece for a warm and intimate glow.
Edible Centerpieces: A Treat for the Eyes and Taste Buds
Why stop at flowers when you can have edible centerpieces? Arrange a mix of flowers and sweets for a dual-purpose display. I once set up a candy buffet as our dining table centerpiece, and it was a hit.
Tip: Choose candies in Valentine's Day colors for an extra festive touch.
Valentines Gifts
Now before we move on. If you’re putting this much effort into the valentines decorations. Please do not forget the gifts. Buy something special and wrap it up nicely;
Creative Window Decor
Heart-shaped Window Clings
Spice up your windows with playful designs. I once decorated our kitchen window with reusable heart-shaped clings, and they brought a touch of whimsy to our morning coffee routine.
Tip: Let the sunlight filter through the clings for a magical effect.
100 Piece Heart Shaped Window Clings for Valentine’s
These are perfect for sticking all over your window, but also, mirrors. Stick them on every mirror in your house for some extra V day love.
Another great idea whilst we’re on the subject of mirrors is to write cute sticky notes and put them on the mirror in the shape of a love heart like this…
cute mirror notes - Image source Pinterest
Hanging Love-themed Wreaths
Wreaths are not just for Christmas. Showcase your love with a nice Valentines wreath for a classy decorative look.
Tip: Personalize your wreath with small photos or love notes for an extra sentimental touch.
Red Heart and Red Berry Wreath
Door valentines decoration - Image source Pinterest
Door valentines decoration with valentines wreath - Image source Pinterest
Sentimental Display Areas
Creating a Valentine's Day Photo Gallery
Celebrate your favorite memories with a Valentine's Day photo gallery.
Tip: Mix in some love quotes or personalized frames for added charm.
Pick up an instax of amazon USA or amazon UK and you can hang your photos or put them on the wall like these…
Polaroid valentines decoration idea - Image source Pinterest
Hanging Polaroid valentines decoration idea - Image source Pinterest
Love Notes and Message Boards
Spread the love with handwritten notes.
Tip: Use letter boards or even post-it notes for a changeable and interactive display.
Illuminating Love: Romantic Lighting Ideas
String Lights with a Twist
Elevate your lighting game with heart-shaped string lights. I once draped them around our bedroom mirror, and it created a warm and enchanting atmosphere.
Tip: Don't limit string lights to just one room, deck out your living spaces for a cohesive feel.
Love Heart Lights
These are the classics and they’re cheap. So ideally you would pick up a few of those to put all around the house. Around the table, down the staircase, around every window. It’d look amazing.
Candlelit Corners and Lanterns
Embrace the timeless appeal of candles. I once scattered lanterns with flickering candles throughout our home, and it felt like our own little romantic wonderland.
Tip: Mix and match candle heights and styles for visual interest.
Balloons and Valentine’s Day Decoration Sets
The final touches to bring everything together is Balloons and sets. When I say sets, I mean your bunting, your wall decor, all those little cheesy bits that scream romance. The reason this is in the same section as Balloons is because if you find a good set, the balloons will be included.
Heart Garland
Heart shaped garlands are perfect for putting in every doorway or as a back drop on a bland looking wall. They’re also perfect for photoshoot backdrops. So at the very least, pick up one for a wall to designate as your Valentine’s photo section, and one in a door way for that added romance.
Valentine’s Balloons
Balloon wise you want to pick up a few different types. This above set is perfect because you have the reds, the pinks, the lips and the big love sign.
Valentines balloons decoration idea - mage source Pinterest
Valentine’s Day Decoration Bundle
Finally, for a little bit of everything. Check out this complete Valentines Day decoration bundle.
Valentines decoration idea - Image source Pinterest
Valentines decoration idea with balloons - Image source Pinterest
Valentines Christmas Tree Decoration
Now another idea which is crazy but hear me out, is the valentines tree. Chances are you’ve just put your tree down for Christmas, but before you put it in the loft. How about you take out those Christmas decorations and fill it with all things pink red and romance?
Valentines tree inspiration - Image source Pinterest
Valentines tree idea - Image source Pinterest
Valentines decorated tree - Image source Pinterest
romance decorated tree - Image source Pinterest
valentines candy tree - Image source Pinterest
Valentines Fort
Another idea I absolutely adore is the love fort. To do this, re-live your inner child and create an epic blanket fort in your home (or pop a tent up)
Then decorate it with all the bits from this list so far. The blankets and pillows, the balloons, the lights, all of it.
Use the rose petals as a pathway to the fort and what you have, is something like the below…
Love fort - Image source Pinterest
Valentines fort - Image source Pinterest
You can eat food in the fort, watch films in the fort, get freaky in the fort. Whatever you want. Just don’t forget to take a lot of photos you can treasure!
Valentines Decorated Bath
Lastly, don’t forget the bath. Everyone wants a bubble bath for Valentines so run one for your partner. Plenty of bubbles and plenty of rose petals. Use this article as your guide.
And don’t you go thinking that you need a huge stand alone bath to make it look romantic. Even with a small bathroom you can do this…
Valentines decorated bath - Image source Pinterest
Reflecting on the Warmth and Joy of Valentine's Day Decor
And there you have it, a home infused with love, ready to embrace the magic of Valentine's Day. Whether you're into DIY crafts or prefer ready-made decor, the key is to create a space that reflects the warmth and joy of this special day.
Final Thought: Decorating for Valentine's Day isn't just about the visual appeal; it's about surrounding yourself with love and creating an atmosphere that celebrates the people and moments that matter most. Here's to turning your home into a love-filled haven!
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