The season of love is amongst us! If you've got a special valentine this V-Day, we love that for you, but this one is for the Galentines. If you love your gal pals, a Galentine's Day adventure is essential. Leslie Knope would accept nothing less. Throwing a little get-together always works, but if you're looking to get a little creative for Galentine's Day, we've got some ideas that are Cupid approved!
Valentine’s Day might be the perfect day to go on a date, but this year consider making it a group event and host a party so all of your friends can enjoy it together! It can still be a romantic evening with plenty of sweets and festivities. Continue reading "Valentine's Day Party Ideas" »
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With the Right Valentine's Day Gift
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Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Have you found the ideal party theme for you, your friends, or your kids? There are many out there, but you want it to be unique and something no one has seen before. Wedding and Party Network has an adorable baking themed party that will show your guests everything was baked with love.
Why not host a baked with love party? This is perfect for every age! So, what exactly does this party entail? Have your friends over to try new recipes that are inspired by Valentine's Day, love, red, and pink.
Party Details – For your party decorations, go all out in the kitchen since that's where you and your guests will be spending most of the time.
Find cute Valentine's Day table cloths, Valentine Day banner, plates, servingware, baking accessories, and don't forget about the cute aprons for everyone. These accessories will be all you need to complete your party look.
For the table, place a red or pink table-cloth on it and accent it with cute themed servingware and accessories. Don't forget to place an adorable floral centerpiece for an eye-catching detail and a cute banner over the table or on it. White servingware will definitely pop against the brightly colored table.
Look for servingware that has cute little bows or vintage prints. This will be a great place to display all the sweet treats you and your guests have baked.
Don't forget to spruce up the kitchen as well. You can find really cute kitchen accessories that are themed just for Valentine's Day, such as mixing bowls, spatulas, whisks, and kitchen towels.
Party Plans – You definitely have to do some planning for this party. For example, start planning out what you will be baking. Will you bake cupcakes, cakes, cookies, or candy? There are many options. Maybe settle on making two items. Start off by baking a cake or cupcakes and while they're baking in the oven, create some delicious candy.
Once you've settled on what everyone will be baking, now is the time to make sure you have enough supplies and ingredients. Be sure to have enough bowls, whisks, spatulas, baking pans, and enough ingredients for everyone.
Also, set up a decoration station as well. If you have cookies, cupcakes, or cakes that need to be decorated, be sure to supply icing, fondant, and sprinkles.
It would even more special if you could talk with your local bakery and have one of their staff members come over and teach you a few basics on decorating. Everyone would love that!
The only thing you have left to purchase is treat bags and containers so your guests can take home their delicious baked goods.
You can find adorable treat bags for cookies and candy and treat boxes for cakes and cupcakes. Don't forget the ribbon so they can tie everything up in a fun bow! Also, send the recipe home with them as well.
Start planning your Valentine's Day party now. You and your guests will enjoy spending a day together in the kitchen.
Valentine's Day is right around the corner. Now is the time to start planning the special details. There are many special date ideas or party ideas you can create for this holiday of love. Why not start the morning off right with breakfast in bed for Valentine's Day? Wedding and Party Network has a great party or even date idea that will make anyone's Valentine's Day start off right.
The Setup – Depending on if this is a date or a party will determine the setup of this party. If you are turning this idea into a date, all you really need is a tray to serve breakfast. However, if this is a party actually consider serving everything on the bed. The bed will serve as your table. You can hang party decorations over the bed, such as streamers, balloons, or banners. Add some gorgeous fresh flowers, heart pillows, and serve food on cute Valentine's Day themed trays. These items will complete your party look.
Also, if you're making this into a party theme, tell your guests to come over in their pajamas.
"Love" Themed Food – There are many types of breakfast foods you can serve for this party. Again, if this is a date, serve her or his favorite breakfast food. Heart shaped chocolate chip pancakes, strawberry french toast, coffee cake, granola, or breakfast strata. Whatever food you choose, make sure to put a fun Valentine's Day themed twist on it. Add strawberries, cherries, or red and pink food coloring.
It's really easy to create these party or date for Valentine's Day. Plus, it's a great way to start the day!
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Running behind on finding the perfect Valentine's Day gift? Need some last-minute ideas? Wedding and Party Network has our top picks for last-minute Valentine's Day Gifts that are sure to please no mater who is on the receiving end.
Candy, Flowers & Jewelry – You never can go wrong with these items. These are all still popular gifts that you can find almost anywhere you go. They offer tons of unique chocolate, like spicy chocolate or organic chocolate. So, skip the box of chocolates and go with something unique and flavorful that they'll enjoy. This goes for the same for flowers and jewelry. Find something that matches their personality, instead of the regular roses and tennis bracelet.
Wine, Dinner & A Movie – Get a bottle of nice wine, make dinner from scratch or order your favorite take out and rent a movie. It's a great, low-key night in and is nice since you won't have to fight the crowds out at the restaurants or try to find a last-minute dinner reservation. It's much more special and intimate.
Photos – Finding the perfect picture for a gift is always a great way to go. You can create a scrapbook of your most memorable times together or have your favorite picture blown up into a canvas or placed into a frame. Photos are always a wonderful gift and they never fail at making that recipient smile.
Make A Day Trip – If you share a special location that you both enjoy to go to, plan a little trip. It's a great time to get away and can easily be planned last-minute. It could be your favorite park, mountain top or even amusement park, just pack a little lunch and head out for the day,just the two of you.
There are lots of great ideas out there for Valentine's Day, even if it is a last-minute gift. You just have to get creative and think outside-the-box. Make sure to match the gift with their personality and style and they're sure to love it!
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How Does Everyone Else Celebrate Valentine's Day?
We all think that Valentine's Day is all about showing the love, reds, pinks, purples and candied hearts, however, is that how everyone else celebrates? What do other people around the world do to celebrate Valentine's Day? Do they all plan romantic dates and give each other chocolates and flowers? Read more about How Everyone Celebrates Valentine's Day
Show Love On Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is a day for love. It's about showing the people you love how much you do care for them. However, everyone thinks that this needs to be shown EVERYDAY, not just on this one day out of the entire year. For those who only get around to it a couple of times a year, this day included, you need to go all out. Read more about Showing Love On Valentine's Day
Flowers & Quotes – A Great Combination For Valentine's Day
Not a clue on what to do for Valentine's Day? It can be a stressful time trying to come up with the perfect gift for your sweetheart. However, it doesn't have to be so stressful. Wedding and Party Network has came up with the perfect combination for Valentine's Day. Read more about Flowers & Quotes
Rockin' Valentine's Day Party
The holidays are over, so what's next? Time for a breather or you can go ahead and start planning a rockin' Valentine's Day party! Planning a Valentine's Day party is stressful. You may be unsure on what direction to take with your party, such as, you may want to get away from all the love and romance and just make it fun. Read more About A Rockin' Valentine's Day
Wine & Chocolate Pairing Party
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The holidays are over, so what's next? Time for a breather or you can go ahead and start planning a rockin' Valentine's Day party! Planning a Valentine's Day party is stressful. You may be unsure on what direction to take with your party, such as, you may want to get away from all the love and romance and just make it fun. Well, Wedding and Party Network has a party idea that is fun, out-of-the-box and everyone will enjoy it!
Party Theme – When you think about this holiday, you immediately think of love and romance. Some people aren't a fan of this holiday since they don't have a significant other in their life. However, it's fun for everyone! Invite your closest friends over and host a Rockin' Valentine's Day Party! This theme takes a different take on this holiday by throwing some rocker accents into the party.
Rockin' Party Decorations – Think guitars and rock and roll. However, keep it within the holiday colors, like red, pink, white and purple. Don't forget to add some black into it though to give it that rocker edge. Feature a sign with a big guitar, banner with edgy font & designs and incorporate it mainly everything you can. Also, instead of soft colors, choose bright hues.
Fun Party Food – Of course, you can stick with the appetizers you normally serve at your party. Vegetable platters, dips, meat and cheese tray, mini sandwiches or fruit trays are all great items to serve at your party. It's all in how you present the food. So, for this party, choose brightly colored platters and create little guitars with the name of the food printed on it.
Now dessert is where you get creative. Feature brightly colored cupcakes with guitar toppers instead of a party cake. Also, you know those candy hearts that come around during this time a year? Use that concept for sugar cookies and place cute sayings like, "love rocks" or "you rock." Don't forget to incorporate some guitar-shaped cookies in with it. Have cake pops and spell out words with them or even colorful drinks with fun heart straws. There are so many creative food ideas out there, just remember to incorporate Valentine's Day, a little rock and roll and display it in a fun way.
Say Thanks – Don't forget to say thanks to your guests. Find little mailboxes and decorate them with guitars and saying for your guests as a little Valentine's Day mailbox for all their cards. You can even suggest that your guests or the children bring cards for everyone to exchange.You can even have a candy bar and let your guests fill up their mailbox with lots of goodies.
Activities – For the children, let them decorate their own cards or mailboxes. Now for an activity that everyone can enjoy, set up Guitar Hero or Rock Band. The adults and children will love doing this activity together.
Instead of focusing on romance, host an event for everyone that is absolutely rockin'!
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Love is certainly in the air for the month of February. Valentine's Day is a major holiday for this month, so get romantic. Have you found that special gift yet? Want to find something truly special for your significant other, friend, family or yourself? Let Wedding and Party Network help you in finding creative and last minute gifts that they will love!
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Who is looking forward to Valentine's Day? Well, not everyone raise their hand at once! So what, it's Valentine's Day and you DON'T have to be attached to have a fun time. Share this cheesy, romantic holiday with friends. Celebrate the relationship you have with your friends! Love is in the air for each other. So grab your friends together and plan a Valentine's Day party that will top them all!
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Oh Valentine's Day, how some people love this time of year, while others couldn't care less. Whether we like it or not, it's the perfect reason to have a date night. This night can be set aside for your other half or with close friends. Romantic dinners for two or a new and exciting adventure can all be reserved for a special night. So, with Valentine's Day upon us, we've compiled our list of top 5 date ideas. So enjoy and plan a night that you won't soon forget.
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Valentine's Day will be here soon! Don't wait until the last minute to plan a sweet Valentine's party for two. Now is the time decide on a party theme (say strawberries and champagne) and make preparations for the ultimate party. You will find that a strawberry and champagne party is easy, as well as romantic.
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Pure romance is in the air this winter. As we’re greeted by the dawn of 2010, it’s easy to wonder what will happen this Valentine’s Day. Instead of wondering, let’s make the best of the night whether we’re spending it with friends, a sweetheart or a good book.
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A romantic night in for two, yes please! We'll take that any day over crowded restaurants, dinner reservations months in advance and the lack of intimacy. A dinner for two at your house or his is the perfect setting for a romantic evening in. However, you can be stressed about what to cook, how to decorate and even where to begin when planning your special night in. Well let Wedding and Party Network help with these fabulous tips for planning a romantic Valentine's Day dinner.
Your Valentine's Day decorations should be simple. Nothing too drastic or a color explosion of red or pink in your home. Keep it elegant. Think beautiful votive candles and a beautiful floral centerpiece. Scatter votive candles all around the house. Pair various sizes together on the dining room table, fireplace mantle or on coffee tables. You can even take it up a notch by scattering flower petals around the house.
Sounds cheesy, but it adds such a great feel to the night. Finding party decorations will be a cinch, starting now. The holiday season is passed and the next big holiday is Valentine's Day. Stores are already lining their stores the week after, if not days. So finding the right party decorations will be easy. Just keep elegance in mind.
First off, stick to the classics. They'll never go out of style, which is why they are referred to as classics. Begin the evening off with a nice fruit tray. Simple, yet refreshing. The presentation is the key to serving this as an appetizer. Combine beautiful colored fruit that's in season with delicious fruit dip. Arrange the fruit into a heart or set it out on a beautiful platter. Sticking with a simple fruit platter or anything along these lines will be a simple task putting together. Plus, it's not too heavy on the stomach, which makes for a great appetizer.
For the main course, there's lots of ideas out there. You can stick to oysters, which is a great Valentine's Day course. Just place them on a bed ice with some rose petals and there you have it. Extremely easy with a beautiful presentation. Lamb, pasta, fish or steak would be great party food to serve up on Valentine's Day.
Our suggestion, hire an expert caterer. They are full of recipes that would be ideal for Valentine's Day. Try something unique that neither one of you have tried before, that way you will experience something new together. Whatever food you decide on, just make sure that you play up the presentation.
Our favorite part of the meal is dessert. Again, lots and lots of ideas out there for a Valentine's Day dessert. Create a favorite dessert shared by both of you. Chocolate is always a traditional favorite on this holiday. Cookies, brownies, cupcakes or cakes are all traditional desserts.
However, they can make for a fun presentation. Shaping them into fun hearts with colorful icing and romantic words would be great. There are also more elegant desserts out there, such as raspberry heart napoleons, heart tortes, heart shaped strawberry parfaits or a tasty chocolate mousse.
Sounds so decadent and might provide a little speed bump to your New Year's Resolution, but it's Valentine's Day! Another simple task, visit your local bakery. They are sure to have a plethora of luscious desserts. Create a variety of desserts.
With so many out there, you'll be able to do just that. It makes for a fun presentation and you'll love trying out all the different flavors. Pair it alongside a delicious cup of hot cocoa and you're all set. Providing variety will make for a sweet treat to end the night.
By following these 2 simple party planning tips, you'll have a beautiful mood for Valentine's Day. Your special someone will think you went above and beyond just for them. So stay in and have a nice intimate evening in, just the two of you.
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