Valentine’s Day is a special occasion to celebrate love and affection. While it is common to decorate homes with hearts and red roses, some may find this type of Valentine’s Day decor cliché or cheesy.
If you’re looking for fresh and innovative ways to decorate your home for Valentine’s Day, read on. We’ve got great tips for cheap home decor and party decorations that you can either purchase or make yourself out of love inspired party supplies.
Use simple decorative lights
Lighting can play a big role in setting the mood for a special occasion. String lights, fairy lights or lanterns can be hung from the ceiling or draped along the mantlepiece to create a warm and intimate atmosphere.
You can also set the mood by lighting candles of different colours such as red, pink, or white. To take it up a notch, consider adding candle holders or vases filled with fresh flowers, petals, or rosebuds.
The candles add a touch of romance, especially when placed in a grouping of three or more. Consider using scented candles for a bonus sensory experience.
Avoid heart-shaped decorations
Hearts are the universal symbol of love and affection, but the overuse of hearts has rendered them a little corny. Fortunately, there are other ways to decorate your home in a festive and charming way for Valentine’s Day. Instead of using conventional heart-shaped decorations, you can try something more creative and unique.
You can create valentine’s garlands out of paper or fabric and hang them from your ceiling or walls. You can also make wreaths from fresh flowers or dried petals. Another option is to display picture frames with photos of your loved ones.
Pink or red accents – but not both
Adding pink or red accents to your home decor is a simple and easy way to bring a touch of Valentine’s Day magic to your home. You can place pink or red cushions, throws, napkins, heart shaped confetti, or curtains to add a pop of colour to your living room or bedroom. Just be warned, using both colours can be a little over the top.
You can also add pink or red flowers or rose petals to your table settings or vases. To make the scene even more special, you can add pink and red ribbon or string lights to your windows, doorways, or around your mirrors.
Write messages of affection
Sharing love notes and messages with your loved ones is a beautiful and meaningful way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Write heartfelt letters to your partner, family, or friends and display them in frames or on your walls.
You can also create a love message board by hanging postcards, notes, or photos with sweet messages on your walls or doors. Another great option is to repurpose a love message jar where you and your loved ones can add messages of love and appreciation throughout the day.
Valentine’s day decor you can shop for
We love that Target’s Valentines day decor in Australia actually offers a cute range. Accessories like these three birds are not corny in our opinion! You can place them as tableware or on your coffee table. Available on their online store.
These pink hearts add to the valentines day theme without being too corny.
Instead of putting the hearts in a vase, you can also get this garland and place it on the dining table as tableware or hang it on a wall. A great way to spruce up your home on the special day whilst remaining subtle.
These heart shaped balloons are not your usual “in your face” red. The lighter, pale pink take away that corny factor. There are latex balloons or foil balloons you can choose from. Avoid the cheese factor that comes with love hearts or heart cutouts this way.
Create DIY valentine’s day decorations
Creating your own DIY decorations for Valentine’s Day is a fun and personal way to celebrate the occasion. You can make paper hearts, pom-poms, or garlands to hang from your walls or ceiling. You can also create your own heart-shaped wreaths, candles, or picture frames.
The possibilities are endless when it comes to DIY decorations, and they are a great way to show your loved ones how much you care.
Use flowers and floral arrangements
Flowers are a timeless symbol of love and are an essential part of Valentine’s Day decor. Choose a mix of fresh blooms in shades of red, pink, and white and display them in vases or place them in a bouquet on the coffee table.
You can also make your own floral arrangements by arranging flowers in a vase or in a bouquet, or try a floral wall hanging for a unique touch.
Use soft textures
Soft textures such as velvet, suede, or faux fur can help create a cozy and comfortable atmosphere in your home.
Consider adding soft throw blankets to your sofa or chairs, or draping a faux fur throw over the back of a chair. These textures will not only add comfort but also a touch of luxury to your decor.
Add a personal touch
To complete the romantic atmosphere, consider adding a personal touch to your party favours.
Create a playlist of love songs and play it in the background as you enjoy a special dinner together. These personal touches will make the day extra special and create lasting memories.
Conclusion
Valentine’s Day is a special occasion to celebrate love and affection, and decorating your home with party supplies is the perfect way to make it feel like a celebration.
Whether you prefer a romantic ambiance with candles, heart-shaped decorations, pink and red accents, love notes and messages, or DIY decorations, there are many non-cheesy ways to decorate your home for Valentine’s Day.
And you can even make a feast out of it, by throwing a valentines day party with themed dishes for all your guests. The most important thing is to choose decorations that reflect your personal style and bring joy and happiness to your home.
