cupid is calling!

So, it's out there.

Valentine's Day is on the horizon.

Now, in my vast experience with Valentine's Day, it tends to be a buy-your-card-at-the-last-minute sort of holiday, especially for guys. However, I'm hoping that maybe this first of the Valentine's postings will inspire you to act now! Get crafty! Be a "Prior, Proper Planner"! You've got 3 weeks to have some fun and surprise your sweetie with something a little more special than just your name signed on the card.

First up is this great set of color-your-own valentines from That Sky Blue. You know you are always going to find some kind of under-the-sea creature at Parchment, and how can you not love this whale and octopus. It makes me want to bust out my watercolors and play. Can you just imagine them finished off with a little sprinkle of Martha Stewart Crafts glitter? Divine!

Next are these sweet little gift tags from Joie, making their Valentine's debut. Sure, you can tie them to a lovely bunch of tulips, but what if you add them to a larger card and attach with a grommet or ribbon? Throw a little Happy Tape on there, and you've got yourself a little piece of collage art. (And if you have a little person in your midst, like I do, it is a great afternoon project!)

Finally, we have these packages of pre-cut heart-shaped cards. No cutting required to get the perfect heart shape. A simple love note or special Rumi quote on here is all it needs to send a special message to your Valentine.

Now get out there and get crafty!