V-Day Fun

Honestly, we're not too big on Valentine's Day around here. No fancy chocolates. No flowers. Although, if I was feeling ambitious I'd definitely be making this amazingness from Bakerella. Yep, that's all cake- even the box! If you're feeling ambitious learn how to make it here.

Me, I stick to simpler things like:

Candy Cane Fun

We always have tons of candy canes left over from Christmas. This is the perfect way to use them up! I unwrapped large candy canes, placed them on a baking sheet and put them in a 350 degree oven for about 5 minutes. You need to watch these carefully so they don't melt too much. You just want them to be pliable. They're a bit hot at first, so test them before you begin molding {and especially before you let little hands help}. You can create whatever you want with them while they're soft, but hurry! They harden quickly.

I also used mini candy canes to make chocolate filled hearts. Just form 2 candy canes into a heart shape on waxed paper or parchment and fill with melted chocolate {I use chocolate almond bark}. Let cool and enjoy!

"Homemade" Valentines

I've never been a fan of the usual Spiderman/Princess/whatever valentines. This year I found a free download for these cuties here. I heart them.

When Matt & I were first married, I always did cute things like this:

Maybe one day I'll have the time & energy for that again, but for now he'll have to settle for some cookies.
Decor

We're severely lacking in the Valentine Decor category. This year we made hearts out of construction paper & hung them from the light fixture. That about sums up the decorating.