On Meylah, we are constantly reinforcing the value of handmade items. Handmade items are so personal, and Valentine’s Day of all days seems like the perfect occasion to bring it all back to basics, instead of spending money on commercial products.
Valentine's Day celebrates romantic love in western society and, back in the 1800s, it was celebrated with handmade Valentine cards and gifts to the person that had your affections. Today, it's a much more commercialized holiday, where people buy expensive jewelry or other costly items to symbolize their love.
This year I wanted to bring it back to its roots - handmade love. That's why we're celebrating with a home-cooked meal, handmade cards and gifts, and handmade decorations. These lovely Valentine’s napkin rings would be perfectly matched with simple scrapbook paper place mats, and something especially cooked for your significant other.
Dionne Christiansen is a graphic designer based in Houston, TX. She is the face behind the Etsy store City of Dionne and writes at her blog Notes From Dionne.
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Lovely. i will try with my son. you are amazing.
thanks
Thanks again Dionne for another great article. I really appreciate the clear, step by step guide that you provided. I’m going to try it and try to reproduce what I saw.
Wonderful tutorial – I am totally going to do this.
What a fun idea! Dinner at home made special by adding your own creative touches! Thanks for the idea and the “how to’s”
They are simply adorable! I love them. Would never have thought to make my own napkin rings, but if they are this easy AND look this good then I am doing them for sure and not only for valentines. Thank you Dionne!!!
I love the sponging the edges! I always love things that antique-ish look – it gives it more character but never knew how to get that look. Thanks!
Love this napkin ring idea. I’m hosting a bridesmaid’s luncheon next month, and this will add a wonderful touch! So glad I found your beautiful blog!
Gorgeous..I can't wait to make them I might add some holly and have them for christmas :)
Great Idea! My husband and I always try to give handmade cards and gifts rather than spending loads of money and this year will be no different. He will make the homecooked meal and I will make the napkin rings :) Thanks for sharing