Lisa and Nikki's Valentine's Day Finds!

Hi Friends:

This week's Friday finds is all about getting ready for Valentine's Day! What has inspired and delighted us? Here they are - the Valentine's Day ideas we loved!

I made this crochet bowl from the same old crochet tablecloth I used to make snowflake ornaments! Just cut out a circle motif, dip in fabric stiffener and drape over a bowl to dry. The table runner was made from a vintage Valentine's Day fabric remnant!

Looking for a great gift for your better half? Why not pick up a "Better Half Bar" from Candy.com. So cute!

Don't forget your girlfriends! Make sachets by filling bouquet garni (cotton muslin) bags, with dried lavender. Get creative and decorate the bags before filling! These bags can be found wherever dried herbal ingredients are sold.

Sets of three from Godiva: solid milk chocolate hug hearts and milk chocolate heart lollipops - $15 to $20!

Creative valentines for school-age children can be a challenge. But we found this Swedish Fish valentine from PBJandJ and just loved it! Click here to purchase the printable for only $5. Then, place the print out in a clear treat bag, add a few Swedish Fish and you're set. Adorbs!

You can crochet this classic heart in 10 minutes! Measuring 2 inches by 3 inches, the heart makes a great pin or add a chain to make a gift tag! Click for the pattern from Crochet Leaf.

If you missed Monday's post, click here to see more Valentine's Day inspirations. Have a great weekend everyone!

Valentine's Day Inspiration!

Hi Friends:

What's not to "love" about Valentine's Day! Here at Georgia's we've been on the look out for inspired ideas to help you spread the love in creative ways. This week we'll have two posts devoted to Valentine's Day card and gift giving. We're getting the word out early so that if something "sparks" your interest, you have plenty of time to make it happen. Take a look!

Valentine match box gift boxes from Fancy Flours! Aren't they perfect for presenting a sweet treat, love note or even a little bling! Each $10 pack contains six 1" x 2" x 2" boxes.

We also "fancy" this heart puzzle cookie cutter  from Fancy Flours! The set of two cutters comes gift boxed with a recipe.

We're coveting this 24 karat gold-plated wishbone keychain from Jayson Home. At $22, it's a great buy! Attach a note with a personal romantic wish!

We love our partners for a myriad of reasons, big and small. Why not create a way to send love notes anytime. Simply print out the phrase "I love you because..." on the paper of your choice, frame and use dry erase markers to add a message. Hang in the kitchen, hall or master bathroom and take turns writing notes!

Sometimes it's a challenge coming up with a  Valentine's gift for the man in your life. Why not pick up a vintage champagne bucket, buy a bottle of the bubbly and surprise him with a romantic toast! These buckets are available at P.O.S.H Chicago. Call to order.

Also at P.O.S.H, we fell for these hinged porcelain heart boxes. Each gold trimmed box has the French words Je t'aime (I love you) inscribed on the inside. A lovely gift at $14.

Check back Friday for more Valentine's Day inspiration - we'll be focusing on sweets and card ideas for classmates!

Valentine's Day!

Hi Friends:

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and we all know that it isn't just for lovers! In this day and age of emails and texts, why not express your feelings for the special people in your life with one of these thoughtful gifts or DIY project ideas from Georgia's. Your personal touch will mean so much! 

Hearts for Haiti: Proceeds from the sale of these hand-carved Haitian stone hearts support a grant program of The Hand/Eye Fund that works in Haiti to help artists recover from loss of shelter, equipment, workshops and income. 

Turn a card into a gift! We added a vintage jewelry piece to this crocheted flower pin. 

Why not put a sweet nosegay in a small Ball canning jar. Just remove the lid!

Make a one-of-a-kind card with a few scrapbooking supplies - glitter, gems and lettering!

Georgia's used vintage millinery flowers and jewelry pieces to embellish these notecards.

Turn a special photo into a gift by attaching a necklace, bracelet or locket!

Jazz up a wine tote by sewing on a pocket and adding a love note. This felt tote was $.99! Find them at craft and fabric stores.

I made this felt coin purse for my son's girlfriend with Feltworks Felt Embellishments and embroidery floss. These items are widely available in craft and fabric stores.

Loving this bookmark made from vintage jewelry hearts and chain. Perfect for the book/magazine reader! 

Another bookmark idea for your Valentine: create a photo strip with a photo booth app for your smart phone. Punch a hole in the top and thread with ribbon for flair.

This glass paperweight is from Photoweights. One of many styles available, it has a recessed base that allows you to personalize the piece with memorabilia in addition to photos. Nikki, this one is for you! It has your matrilineality (mother's lineage) along with a cameo that belonged to your grandmother. Happy Valentine's Day, sweetheart!

And to all our friends, love from Georgia's!