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Valentines: A Little Romance Party
INVITATIONS
Any romantic will love this party-- perfect for Valentines Day, a girl’s only tea party, an Anniversary or even a birthday! Uniquely designed invitations, thank you cards, banner and frame are filled with vintage ephemera, sweet Victorian couples and friends in a unique romantic style. Check out B.Nute’s A Little Romance invitations on etsy for details.
DECORATIONS
“Roses are red, Violets are blue, This vintage party is perfect for you!” Below are some decorating ideas for your A Little Romance party.
Holiday Theme Party Ideas > Valentines: A Little Romance Party
1. A Little Romance “Be Mine” Banner
The vintage details in this banner are a treat for the eye... from old postcards, to vintage receipts, textbooks to love letters... Each pendant is filled with romantic charm perfect for the party, and many Valentines or Anniversaries for years to come... Banner reads, “Be Mine”. This matching banner can be purchased on bnute.etsy.com.
As I opened the front door after a long week of work, I couldn’t believe my eyes. The room was dimly lit with flickering candles, and the smell of sweet roses filled the air... The dining room table was set for 6 with our sparkling china and champagne flutes aching to be filled.
I turn to see my husband and our close friends come from the kitchen giggling! “Surprise,” they say...
Roses are Red
Violets are Blue
For a hopeless Romantic
Here’s a party for you!
MATCHING PAPER GOODS
Inspiration Board
PICTURES FROM A LITTLE ROMANCE PARTY
If you throw a Little Romance Party, send us the pictures! We’d love to include them on our website to show everyone the fun that was had!
1. A Little Romance Gift or Goodie Bag Tags
Add a little vintage romantic style to that special gift with these hand designed tags. Tags are 2 sided, one side with vintage collaged imagery (4 different images); 2nd side is either standard “To:/From:” text or personalized text of your choice. These goodie bag/gift tags can be purchased on bnute.etsy.com.
Romantics rejoice! It's that time of year... Valentines is coming and it's time to celebrate. For all you vintage-loving romantics, this party is perfect for you. An afternoon Valentine Tea, a Valentine Chocolate Party, a Romantics Wedding Shower, this A Little Romance Party is perfect!
Decoration Ideas
Vintage Valentine Imagery - This party is the perfect place to display all that vintage Valentine imagery you've been collecting! Put the imagery in fancy frames on the buffet, or one at each person's place at the table. Use as gift tags (more on this in a later post!) or wrappers for a chocolate treat... the look will be perfect for this party.
Roses and Peonies - Fresh flowers are definitely a must around your party space. Roses are, of course, "the" Valentine flower, but also look into a bouquet of Peonies. Their ruffled petals are soft and gorgeous, and quite romantic!
Love Letters and Old Postcards - Who wouldn't want to receive a sweet love letter on Valentines? Use these old treasures around your party for a great accent. Spread out old postcards across the buffet table or as a center runner on the dining table; hang postcards from an old fashioned wire postcard display; or frame a few and put on the buffet.
Ruffles and Lace - This ruffled pillow in the picture above is dreamy! Add a couple like these to your couch for a soft look. Find some old lace at a vintage store, and drape around your chandelier. Or, if you can sew, add lace accents to napkins or a table cloth.
Cupids - I must admit, cupids can be quite trite... and frankly, there are many awful cupid images out on the market! The key is to find one that has a vintage feel. An old cupid stone statue surrounded by flowers and other vintage goodies could be a great centerpiece for the buffet or party table.
Blumchen.com Victorian Valentine Party Favors
Treat Cones and Victorian Goodies - Of course, this party is aching for Victorian Valentine goodies as well! Fussie Mussie posie baskets, treat cones, candy baskets, and more. Blumchen.com is a perfect source for these Victorian items!
FREE VINTAGE VALENTINE PRINTABLES
Here's some vintage Valentine goodies perfect for your loved ones. Print out, and tie on sweet treat bags, or wrap up a bundle of love coupons and add one of these tags, the perfect paper accessory for your vintage Valentine's Day!
Free Printable Vintage Valentine Tags by B.Nute productions
Instructions for Making Vintage Valentine Tags
1. Select each link above, and print out the page on an 8.5" x 11" piece of paper. I suggest a card stock to give the tags some weight.
2. Cut out tags, and punch a hole in them.
3. String with a vintage ribbon and hang on a gift, goodie bag, or even in a windowsill as a perfect vintage Valentine decoration!
Printable items are copyright protected, and provided free of charge by B.Nute productions for personal use only. B.Nute's printables can not be sold, altered, or provided for download on any other site. For questions or inquiries, please contact B.Nute productions.
A VINTAGE VALENTINE LOVE LETTER
Sharpen those pencils... and get out the thesaurus, it's time to start crafting your Valentine love letter to that special someone! Below is a vintage-style printable love letter paper, just for you as well as some love letter writing tips gleaned from around the web.
Free Printable Vintage Valentine Love Letter Paper by B.Nute productions
Instructions for Making Vintage Valentine Love Letter Paper
1. Select each link above, and print out the page on an 8.5" x 11" piece of paper.Try using a linen finish, to add some richness to the look.
2. Get out your pen, and start writing!
3. Seal with a kiss and give to a loved one.
Printable items are copyright protected, and provided free of charge by B.Nute productions for personal use only. B.Nute's printables can not be sold, altered, or provided for download on any other site. For questions or inquiries, please contact B.Nute productions.
Tips for Writing a Love Letter
Across the web are many sites that give tips for writing a love note to that special someone. At first, I may say, don't use any of it, just write from your heart, and it will perfect... but then once I dove in to the content, I found there were some very helpful tips! Here's a summary:
Content Ideas
Write about reasons why you fell in love - possibly the moment... or the time in your life. Recall some special moments, specific memories. Mention qualities in your partner that sets him/her apart. Describe how meeting this person changed your life for the better.
Use Nice Stationery
Well, duh! Many sites suggest this, hence, the lovely love letter printable paper above!
Make it a Keepsake
Be sure to date the love letter and sign it too! Think of that box that he'll/she'll be saving with all your letters that someday will be discovered by a great great grandchild, a date in the past will make the letter even more precious.
The Delivery
Don't forget how you'll actually give this letter to that special someone. Of course, just handing to them is great, but what about something more special-- hide it in an unexpected place, mail it, leave it somewhere he/she may never expect you to be (say on his desk at work, yet you don't work at the same place...)
Some More Love Letter Links
Get Romantic: Write a Love Letter in 6 Easy Steps
Letter Writing Guide: Writing a Love Letter
