22 Valentine's Day Decorating Ideas That Deserve All the Xs and Os
From heart garlands to balloon arches, these options are perfect for your home, office, or classroom.
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If you love celebrating love, then Valentine's Day is probably one of your favorite days of the year. Sure, on every other holiday you get to give thanks for your friends and family, get into a holly jolly spirit, and eat copious amounts of festive foods, but Valentine's Day is the only day that you get to adorn yourself and your space in all things floral and pink. One of our favorite ways to prepare for the holiday is by decorating with all sorts of Valentine's Day crafts and decorations.
Ahead, we've rounded up our favorite Valentine's Day decor ideas that will help you spread the love with everyone who enters your home, office, or classroom. From DIY wreaths and sweet dessert displays to balloon arches and floral arrangements, these Valentine's Day decorations are as sweet as they are stylish. And if you need even more ways to spread cheer, pick up one of these Valentine's Day gift ideas for her or romantic presents for him.
Conversation Heart Banner
When it comes to last-minute Valentine's Day decor ideas, there's nothing simpler than this conversation heart garland made of felt. The only other supplies you'll need are string, glue, and a fabric marker.
Balloon Heart Arch
There's no better accessory for all of your Valentine's Day Instagram posts than a giant heart made of balloons. This one includes faux flowers for an extra special touch.
Blush Rush Table Setting
Just because you're hosting a Valentine's Day dinner doesn't mean you need to buy all new tableware. Instead, put down a blush tablecloth and some beautiful flowers. Give the tablescape a touch of glam with metallic napkins and gold silverware.
"Be Mine" Straw Toppers
No Valentine's Day party would be complete without covering every last inch of your home in hearts — and that includes yours straws. These adorable toppers will instantly upgrade all of your guest's Snapchat selfies.
Broken Heart Piñata
This year, throw a Galentine's Day party with your BFFs! Recognize how awesome it is to have a group of friends you can celebrate anything with by making this adorable piñata.
Sequin Heart Marquee Light
Marquee lights are the "it" decoration this year, which means your friends and family will absolutely adore this one that's covered in sequins.
Simple Table Setting
The best thing about this romantic tablescape is how simple it is. Use whichever plates and silverware you already have. Then, add pink linens and tulips.
Mini Flower Heart Wreaths
Dress up your walls with a few flower wreaths. To make these, all you need are artificial blooms and wicker wreath forms.
Heart Table Runner
Need a statement Valentine's Day table in no time flat? Cut out a series of foam hearts and hot glue them together to make this simple table runner.
Heart Cake Toppers
Make your Valentine's Day desserts as sweet as can be by attaching honeycomb hearts to them with wooden skewers.
Wild Flower Arrangement
When it comes to Valentine's Day, the more flowers the better. To make any table instantly romantic, all you need is a vase filled with plenty of large flowers.
Bar Cart and Balloons
Get your bar cart ready for the season of love by dressing it up with bottled pink cocktails and chic heart boxes. A "total eclipse of the heart" sign makes this one extra cute.
Baker's Twine Garland
Nothing says Valentine's Day quite like a nod to sweet treats. For this festive craft, use two different shades of baker's twine to cover small heart shapes. Then, just hot glue the pieces on any string.
Jar of Hearts
Make the simplest Valentine's Day centerpiece ever by gathering a few branches from the yard, spray painting them white, and hanging paper flowers on them.
Pink Card Display
Show off all the cute valentines your kids got at school with a pink picture frame and some clothes pins.
Cupid's Arrow Sign
This easy sign craft would look perfect on any mantel or entryway display. Plus, it's easy to make and stow away once the holiday is over.
Heart-Shaped Donut Wall
Display your desserts in the most festive way possible with a heart-shaped donut peg wall. These decorations have been all the rage in the past year — probably because they're perfectly Instagramable.
Pretty in Pink Pillows
You don't need to spend days crafting to get your home ready for Valentine's Day. Instead, throw a few statement pillows on the couch and call it a day.
Balloon Garland
If you don't have time to set up a ton of decorations, then just hang a bunch of balloons. We love this XOXO garland because it's the perfect height to take photos with.
Arrow Napkin Rings
Make your Valentine's Day table crafty — and super sweet — with these Cupid's arrow napkin holders. They'll remind everyone of the true meaning of the holiday.
Juliana is a writer, editor and SEO strategist with over six years' of experience on the editorial staffs of publications including Reader's Digest, Best Life and Good Housekeeping. She covers everything from holiday and home to travel and food, and lives in New York City, where she can often be found at hot yoga or raiding the candy aisle at CVS.
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