A special gift guide to celebrate the one you love — not just today but every day.
While I’m not a huge fan of the commercialism and pressure of Valentine’s Day I do love celebrating love — and there’s no reason that you can’t surprise your Valentine with sweet treats all month long. From beautiful items for breakfast in bed and decorative declarations of love, to alternative bouquets and of course chocolate, a bit of glitter and outside the box thinking goes a long way any day of the year.
1 Flower delivery by Bloombox Co | really fun and incredibly gorgeous flowers to your door •
2 Star Tray by Bloomingville on Father Rabbit | who wouldn’t smile at pretty much anything served on a star •
3 Woooden Spoon Bouquet from Father Rabbit | a thousand times yes to alternative, and infinitely useful, bouquets •
4 Sterling Silver Living Ring by UberKate | because pretty jewellery is always welcome •
5 You Are Loved Cushion Cover by SweetyFairy on Etsy | so much better than a corny card •
6 Ampersand Letter Light by Love Struck Homewares on Down that Little Lane | you & me are meant to be, all lit up in lights •
7 Sacré-Coeur Sparkle Heart Vase by Lovestar | it’s a heart and it glitters and it holds flowers, everybody wins •
8 Hand Painted Cutlery by TheDecadentPantry on Etsy | perfect for picnics and parties — especially those involving champagne and prawns •
9 I Quit Sugar Chocolate Cookbook Volume 1 and Volume 2
by Sarah Wilson | nothing says I love you like chocolate cake (and you’ll even find one of my recipes in V1) •
10 Poppy Stoneware Teapot from Freedom | you didn’t think I’d let a guide go by without something related to tea did you? Also, adorable •
11 Organic fairtrade vegan chocolate by Pana Chocolate | like the best fudge you’ve ever eaten — if you aren’t in love already you will be after one bite.
Of course you can always spice up the day with a jar of Sriracha or a Spiced Cherry Tart — just so long as you’re sharing the love with the one you love.
I love your lists JJ – always find awesome new boutique stores with beautiful homewares. Must buy that star tray – what a find! Sal x
You have always been great at picking out surprises. Hope your day was fun.