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A collection of budget-friendly Valentine’s Day ideas that are easy to do and super cute! Includes decor, recipes, printable wall art, and crafts.
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to add a little love to your home and kitchen. While I’ll admit, it’s not my favorite holiday, I do enjoy sprinkling in some heart-themed touches and whipping up a sweet treat or two.
Whether you’re looking to decorate, bake, or simply enjoy the charm of the season, I’ve got you covered. I’ve gathered all the Valentine’s Day projects from my blog into one easy-to-navigate list, complete with links to inspire you. Plus, I’m sharing some delightful Valentine’s Day finds that I know you’ll enjoy!
Festive Pillows
In my opinion, pillows are the secret weapon for adding seasonal touches to your decor. Simply swapping in pillows that reflect the colors and themes of the season can instantly refresh your living spaces. The best part? You don’t need to replace every pillow in the room—just switching out one or two is quick and effortless, yet makes a big impact. For Valentine’s Day, think soft pinks, vibrant reds, or even neutral tones with heart or floral accents. It’s such an easy way to create a cozy, festive vibe without breaking the bank.
Fun Valentine’s Day Finds
- Blue embroidered heart pillow covers (pictured above)
- Tufted chairs
- Red grain sack inspired pillow covers
- Tiny hearts lumbar pillow cover
- Handcrafted wood heart serving plates
- Emile Henry ruffled heart baking dish
- White heart plates
- Love script doormat
- Colorful hearts doormat
- Open your heart dried wreath
- Faux tulips (I have several bunches of these…and they are amazing. So many colors too!)
- Le Creuset Mini Cocotte with heart handle
- Felt ball and heart garland
- Faux lavender
Pink or Red Fresh Flowers
By the time Valentine’s Day rolls around, I’m already dreaming of spring and all the warmth and color it brings. One of the easiest ways to bring a touch of spring into your home is with fresh flowers. Whether you prefer roses, tulips, or something more unexpected, treat yourself to a bouquet in shades of red, pink, or even soft pastels. Not only do they add a vibrant, cheerful touch to your space, but they’re also a simple way to brighten your mood during the last weeks of winter.
Faux Flowers Work Too!
I received a request for tips on recreating the arrangement pictured above using faux flowers, and I thought it was a wonderful idea! Here’s what you’ll need:
- Cream roses (about 5)
- Pink rose buds (about 5)
- White Veronica (3)
- Magenta or purple tiny blooms
- Pink cherry blossoms
- White/cream pitcher (My pitcher is 9 inches tall.)
Start by arranging the cream roses and pink rosebuds as the base. Using wire cutters, snip the roses so they vary in height. Next, place the cherry blossoms on either side of the pitcher for a balanced look. Fill in any gaps with the small magenta blooms, then finish by adding the white Veronica stems in the center, allowing them to extend gracefully from the top. Be sure both sides of the pitcher are visually balanced.
Wreaths + Crafts
- DIY Heart Wreath Ideas
- DIY Anthropologie Inspired Heart Collector Pillow
- Vintage Inspired Valentine’s Heart Pillow
- DIY Scented Heart Sachets
- Pink Floral Embroidery Hoop Wreath
- DIY Lavender Simple Syrup
Sweet Valentine’s Day Treats
- Chocolate Chip Heart Cookie Cake
- Raspberry Crisp
- White Chocolate Bark Recipe
- Homemade Heart Sugar Cookie Cake
- Simplified Berry Chantilly Cake
- Strawberry Bread
- No Bake Strawberry Parfaits
Valentine’s Day Printables
Printable wall art is an easy, budget-friendly (and sometimes free!) way to update your decor for the seasons. I love using a set of three black frames in my home, rotating the artwork regularly to keep things fresh and fun. Switching out the mats every now and then adds even more variety. If you’re short on wall space, don’t worry—there are plenty of creative alternatives! Try layering a frame on a bookshelf or propping one up on a small easel for a charming display.
Ready to add some Valentine’s Day charm to your home? Fill out the form below to receive an exclusive collection of printables, including gift tags, wall art, and a simple yet festive banner. (If you are already an OSP subscriber, go ahead and fill out the form. You won’t have duplicate subscriptions.)
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Where did you find the small velvet hearts with the little crown on top and a ribbon?
Thank you!
Hi Mary! Nothing like that is pictured in this post, so I’m drawing a blank. I don’t have anything like what you are describing. Perhaps you saw it on another blog? Happy Valentine’s Day!
Love all of your suggestions for this Valentine season! I just ordered the white tulips that you recommended! Can’t wait to get them!
Love the blue pillow especially but all of the sweet ideas are perfect for this season.
Just love your white chairs – – will you please tell me where you purchased those chairs ? And the gray heart pillows ! Thank You Irene Kelly !
Hi Irene…these links are right in the post! Just look for the heading “FUN VALENTINE’S DAY FINDS.” All the sources are listed just below this heading. Thank you!
Love all the easy to create baking and decorating ideas. I agree adding flowers to our homes helps us get through the last few weeks of winter.
I just love Valentine’s Day and have always celebrated with special decor and treats. I also make handmade cards to send out to friends and family. Thank you for sharing some new ideas! ❤️
Such a lovely post. I enjoy Valentines day because it helps break up the winter blues.
Good morning, Ann! I made your recipe for the Small Batch Chicken Cobbler last night for dinner and it was so delicious! Thank you for sharing the easy recipe and have a warm and cozy day!
Thank you for these ideas. They are simple and lovely!
God bless
I would like the free printables please
Hi Katie…just fill out the form at the end of the post and I’ll send the printables to your email inbox. Thanks!
I am making your embroidery hoop wreath this weekend. I love the simplicity of it. Thank you for sharing such lovely ideas and projects.
Oh my gosh, what a great article! So many different ideas, I’ll be spending the entire weekend with you. Thank you, Ann!
Thanks Ann. ❤️ the Corinthians printable.
Do you have any winter printables? I would love to have something to use for January.
Thank you
Pam
Hi Pam…I don’t have a specific winter collection. But if you look on this page, there might be something you can use. https://www.onsuttonplace.com/osp-printables-directory/
Beautiful
gorgeous and just what i wanted
Thank you for the beautiful ideas!