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Galentine’s Day Guide



February 1, 2019

What is Galentine’s Day after all?  Well, according to Urban Dictionary it is celebrated on February 13, the day before that other made-up holiday (ahem, Valentine’s Day). It’s a day for celebrating the love you have for your lady friends, whether they’re single or not. Basically, it’s a day dedicated to showering your closest friends with love and attention… more than you do every other day.  Sounds good to me!  It’s not likely to pop up in your iCal as an official holiday or anything, but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth celebrating.  I am down for a good brunch or girl’s night out any time!  But seriously, this made up holiday was created by a character on Parks & Recreation back in 2010.  Basically, the fictional character, Leslie, got her besties together for brunch and it was unofficially added to every girl’s calendar.  

Now you may be thinking, “How do I celebrate Galentine’s and what do I need to do?” Good thing is, there’s no wrong way to do it! It could be over brunch (like Leslie), over wine & apps, mani-pedi’s at a spa or popping a bottle of champagne on a roof top deck without the men for a few hours! Don’t you worry, I am here to give you a little inspo for goodies, crafts and decor!
Some fun things that will add a personal touch when throwing a great Galentine’s Day soiree are:

1* Sending pretty printed invites to your squad- sure, sending a group text to all your gal pals would work but actual paper invites make it feel more special.

Galentines Day Invite

2* Decorate- enlist 1-2 of your guests to come over one or two hours before the shin-dig to help you set up. Some ideas for decorations are pre-made banners, chalkboard paper roll, confetti, pom poms, cake stands, garlands, flower arrangements and hand made placement cards.

3* Sweet Treats for yourself (and your gals)- this is a day to indulge, so go all out on the sweet treats but add in some savory options too. Be sure to put together a killer spread for everyone to enjoy!

4* Send your BFF’s home with party favors- don’t let your friends go home empty handed…not cool! Give them a gift they would actually use and enjoy. Like these tiny love-themed jewelry dishes.

Remember, Galentines really isn’t only for the Gal’s in your life. At it’s gooey heart, Galentine’s day is really a celebration of friendship and the people who stick by your side as romantic relationships come and go. Like Valentine’s, the day is meant to show the most important people in your life how much you care about them. It may be corny. It may be cheesy. But that’s what makes it great!

Here are just a few of my Gal’s who have written amazing Valentine’s Day series blog posts that are a MUST READ!

@sunshine.and.limes
www.sunshinelimes.com
@haveakidtheysaid
www.haveakidtheysaid.com
@gogetyourhappyon
www.gogetyourhappyon.com

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to all the teachers out there • i don’t know how you do it but i’m glad you do! • for anyone who’s last minute scrambling on teacher appreciation gift ideas, here’s the little gift card holder i made for the staff at hendrix’s school • i used card stock i had at home • swipe to see the card inside the holder • 
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DIY steps:
✏️ trace a gift card in the shape of a pencil just a bit wider and taller than the gift card using the pink color paper resembling the the eraser
✏️ cut out with scissors
✏️ use the orange pencil color paper to create a rectangle and hot glue the sides and bottom to the pink paper to create a pocket
✏️ cut a strip of gold or silver paper to create the metal ring and hot glue on the orange color paper being sure not to close the pocket
✏️ cut a triangle shape in light yellow for the wood and use glue stick to attach
✏️ cut a lead shape from black paper and adhere with glue stick
✏️ use fun ribbon and thank you tag
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we hope you’re all having a blessed, joyous day so far! • these little bunnies had the best time hunting for eggs (in the house) • yup, you heard it right, the bunny was sneaky and left a note that he hid all the eggs inside the house this year! 😆• the bunny brought me a dash everyday egg cooker and i will say, it’s amazing • what’s your go-to breakfast and is there something special you like to eat on easter? • i had a perfectly cooked poached egg over toast thanks to the little gadget! • where has it been all my life? • check it out in my stories! 
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baby • face we interrupt the diy crafts for some baby • face
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who’s happy it’s friday? • what’s something you’re looking forward to this weekend? • hubby and i are off to celebrate the gift i got him for valentine’s day - dinner date, a miami heat game, overnight hotel stay and breakfast! • can i get an “amen”? • in the mean time, for a laugh, see my jumping photo (in reverse) and my attempt to get a cute photo in front of a gorgeous pink garage door (I need that door in my life) with my babe who didn’t want to take a pic! LOL • comical 
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leap • of • faith what’s one thing you wish leap • of • faith 
what’s one thing you wish you had the guts to do but just haven’t • i would love to own my own company - think huge event space and adorable coffee & floral shop! • who’s in? • the name of that brand? • i’m not sure but something florida because, duh! • speaking of…one of our favorite florida brands is @beallsstores - thanks to them for these vibrant, fun outfits! • swipe to see the cute details
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