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My Funny Valentine

February 13th, 2009

 

Even if Valentine’s Day is technically a Hallmark Holiday, how can anyone be against the celebration of love?  Each year, I make dozens of cards from scratch and enjoy every moment of the process.  In fact, Tuesday’s lunch hour was spent browsing in Paper Source where I stocked up on glitters, papers and pens.  Though I’m no Martha Stewart, I think my friends and family enjoy getting a little handmade treat each February 14th.

Polka dots, a wallpaper-esque print and tons of sparkle make for good materials.

How darling are these miniature clothes pins?

A wax seal in the shape of a heart is subtly romantic.

Just a few of my final creations.

I hope you all have wonderful weekends.  I’ll be back on Tuesday!

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  • http://innarniascloset.blogspot.com/ Hannah

    so cute! i’m sure your friends really appreciate all those handmade cards!

    happy valentines day

  • http://confessionsofabeatnik.blogspot.com/ Beatnik

    Adorable! Absolutely so cute!!!!

    Happy Valentine’s Day! :)

  • http://www.seduisanteblogspot.com Kelsi

    Those are so cute! I love the mini-clothes pin. I made a bunch of those and delivered them to an assisted living home with my best friend. Homemade cards are the best!

  • http://likelillyvintage.blogspot.com Emily Anne

    So romantic!! AHH love it.

  • http://daisychaindreams.blogspot.com Laura

    I love your cards, the wax seal is a fantastic extra touch.

  • http://mapetitegarderobe.wordpress.com/ mathilde

    j’adore ton billet St valentin!!!

  • http://faithofaconvert.blogspot.com Rita

    What a sweet friend you are.

    The cards are amazing!!

  • http://neonstilettos.blogspot.com/ Michelle

    I’m the same, even if it’s a holiday made by card companies, I love any day that is dedicated to love :3

  • http://fatalfashionattraction.blogspot.com danz

    Really lovely cards! The mini clothes pin one is too adorable!

  • http://meshandlace.typepad.com Mesh and Lace

    I think these are so very lovely and anyone lucky enough to receive one would feel very special! I want to start doing wax seals!

    p.s. I just added you t my blog roll.

  • http://modernmarie.blogspot.com/ lml

    these are soo cute! i love making and sending valentines :)

  • http://www.annesage.com Anne @ The City Sage

    Wowee–those tiny laundry pins are so adorable! Each and every detail is so charming. Hope you had a lovely V-Day!

  • http://theysaynicegirlsfinishlast.blogspot.com/ Emily

    Your cards are amazing! You could sell them…
    I love the wax seals, I’ve always wished I had a family crest so I could get a personal seal. How cool would it be if you got a letter sealed with wax? — Very Hogwarts-esque.

  • http://urple.blogspot.com Katlin

    Aww these are so sweet! When I ‘make’ cards, I just design something on the computer and print it out… this seems so much more rewarding!

  • http://www.ambroisine.com/ Ambroisine

    Your cards are lovely ! The wax weal is so cute.. I hope you had a sweet Valentine’s day :)

  • http://africanteaparty.blogspot.com Anika

    Whoa, you’ve left me speechless….I’m inspired by that creativity and those gorgeous cards. I’m a sucker for wax seals, and the symbolism associated with them, and the love heart ones are insanely awesome!

    I’d be happy just to love heart wax seal everything in sight :)

  • http://melissasgreetings.blogspot.com/ Melissa

    They are so crafty and so pretty! I love the Paper Source too :)

  • http://www.siljesfashion.com silje

    Lovely cards! ps very cool outfit in the post below.

  • http://ohh-darling.blogspot.com julia

    wow, these are adorable. I have to say, I am also a bit of a crafty person but I didn’t get around to making cards this valentines day, good for you!

  • http://www.lapetitefashionista.blogspot.com la petite fashionista

    i LOVE making homemade valentine’s day cards. any excuse to get crafty..

  • http://jocomic.blogspot.com Jocomic

    Yo are very, very, very nice!

  • http://fabutopia.blogspot.com Fabutopia

    Love the little clothes pin with the sparkle heart…and the was seal is super cute! I should seal all my mail with a wax heart! :)

  • http://www.solofoodtrip.com Solo

    Hi friend.
    I enjoy visiting your blog,those cards are very good..
    I’m happy that there are still persons who want to give their love one’s a handmade cards than a ready made one.
    I’m sure those cards belongs from your heart,i’m proud of you friend.Hope to send me one of those cards..=)love it..

  • http://www.parisknit.blogspot.com paty fontes

    love !!! I am always at Paper Source… the place is amazing!

  • http://engagedtobengaged.blogspot.com brandi

    how cute! that’s how i am with my boyfriend. i love to make things! :)

  • http://www.americanbridal.com Sofia

    So cute! The heart- shape wax seal is a very nice idea. I’ll try it for my invitations.

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