Never have I ever felt the need to decorate for Valentine’s day but this year the Winter blahs have really kicked me in the rear. Maybe it’s because we are way up here in the North and there hasn’t been much sunshine lately. Maybe it’s because of all the insanity happening in the world and every time I log on I see something even more sad and unbelievable going on. I don’t know, I just felt the need to make something to brighten up our space with colour AND a loving sentiment.
Oh and there was also the opportunity to play with my sewing and embroidery machine. That always makes me happy!
So, here are two lovey-dovey embroidery ideas for you. The one in the hoop is a machine embroidery pattern of my own design that you can download, the wall hanging can be done by hand and you don’t need a sewing machine for it at all (although, I did use mine…because fun.)
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I hope you’ll find some inspiration here to add a bit of love to your home in honour of Valentine’s day. Scroll down to see much MORE love from my fellow Canadian Bloggers – new posts are linked below the image and go live at 5am every day all week long! Muah!
Monday
Heart Shaped Pizzas for Valentine’s Day by Jo-Anna of A Pretty Life
Blood Orange Limoncello Cocktail for Valentine’s Day by Tara of Suburble
Ombre Cake Makeover from a Grocery Store Cake by Colleen of Lemon Thistle
Valentine’s Popcorn by Janella of Ma Belle Vie
“Warm Heart” Hand Warmers by Sarah of Flourish & Knot
Tuesday
Valentine’s Day Embroidery Projects by Heather of Home to Heather
Valentine’s Candy Inspired Table Setting by Andrea of Personally Andrea
Valentine Heart Strawberry Pop Tarts by Jen of Kitchen Counter Chronicles
Valentine’s Day Date Night In Gift Basket Idea by Christina of The DIY Mommy
Valentine’s Day Chocolate Chunk Skillet Cookies by Shauna of Satori Design for Living
Wednesday
Felt Valentine’s Day Cards by Alex of Northstory
Lovey Dovey Vegan Chocolate Bark by Joann of Woman in Real Life
Valentine’s Day Wall Hanging by Thalita of The Learner Observer
DIY Valentine String Art by Tash of The Dreamhouse Project
Fluffy Valentine Sugar Cookies by Kendra of Joy In Our Home
Thursday
Easy DIY Valentine’s Wreath by Laurie of VinYet ETC
Raspberry Pie Mousse Cups by Daniela of Lifeovereasy
Valentine’s Day Breakfast by Dannyelle of Life is a Party
Valentine’s Mantel by Jen of Rambling Renovators
Boyfriend Bouquet | Floating Heart Terrarium by Cynthia of Cynthia Zamaria
Friday
Embroidery Hoop Valentine Art by Christine of The DIY Dreamer
“You & Me” Wood Sign by Lindi of Love Create Celebrate
Chocolate and Coconut Coated Heart Mini-Cakes by Jane and Sonja of Sustain My Craft Habit
DIY String Heart Wall Hanging by Melissa of The Sweet Escape
Heart Shaped Marshmallows for Valentine’s Day by Christine of Amidst the Chaos
I have yet to try out the embroidery settings on my machine, but I think I should! I love your designs!
Yes you should! And thank you 🙂
These looks lovely. I love embroidery.
I used to do a ton of embroidery, I’m inspired lately to pick it up again. These designs are so pretty!
I remember doing all kinds of these projects when I was younger. Just the other day I was in Anthropologie and I saw something similar. Funny how it comes around again. Super cute and nostalgic!
I love how detailed embroidery is, Its something I have always wanted to try
You should! The beauty of it is that you can make it as simple or detailed as you want.
I love these Heather! We all could use more love! xo
Thanks! I agree!
These are so sweet. I love the idea of getting an embroidery machine. My daughter and I would have fun with that I think. I feel the urge to decorate for Valentine’s Day now…
I can’t even sew a straight line on my sewing machine, so these are so impressive!
Haha I think sewing straight lines is pretty tough. Sewing wiggly lines is much easier 😉
Jealous! I love all of the impressive and creative things you make with your brother machine! These are so sweet… I’ll instastory you one of these days , my Uncle framed my Nanny’s hand embroidery for me, it’s in my studio… I think you’d like it and the fact that it’s vintage <3!!! 😉 xo
This is so pretty – wish I was better with a needle and thread!
So much fun! I love the idea of displaying embroidery like that. Thanks for sharing.
I absolutely love your embroidery!! So pretty!
These are both SO cute Heather! I’m in the winter blahs too! Glad to have so many projects to cheer me up!
These are so pretty! Love seeing a modern take on an old fashioned hobby. I’m feeling inspired!
This is so cute, Heather!! I would love to try embroidery!!
Oh so jealous! I’ve always wanted an embroidery machine to make adorable things like this. So very lovey dovey:)