Will You Be My Valentine?

With Valentine's  Day right around the corner, those of us with a romantic inclination here at Bel Furniture put our heads together and came up with a few ways to make this year special for your sweetheart. It's far too easy to go to the store, buy a bouquet of roses, some chocolates, and a cheesy card. Instead, we urge you to make this day as unique as possible by doing something out of the ordinary. Surprise your loved on with a gift they would never expect.

Below, a hopeful Cupid has decorated his loved one's bookshelf for the day with strings of hand-made, paper hearts. To apply this yourself, try thinking about what your significant other values and holds in high regard. Maybe your boyfriend is crazy about fixing an old Trans Am - his dream car. Or, maybe your girlfriend has her own mini painting studio in her apartment. In either case, you can decorate a space that they love just for they day. At Bel Furniture, we think this is a great way to let them know you care just as much about their passions as they do.

Valentine's Day gifts are always tricky. If you're not careful, your gift will not be as memorable as it could be. We found a great gift idea that could be unforgettable. This Don Juan took a simple ring and fit a hand-written love note perfectly into its metal work. While we realize it may be difficult to find a ring exactly like this, it doesn't hurt to check out local shops that sell artisan jewelry, thrift stores, and antique stores. The same love note concept can be applied to many types of jewelry.

For our third Valentine's Day tip we just had to include breakfast in bed. It is hard to go wrong with that. We suggest taking it to the next level by making pancakes or French toast in the shape of little hearts. Apply the same sweet shape to your fruit toppings, like strawberries or bananas, and pair it with powdered sugar for the ultimate breakfast in bed your sweetie will appreciate.

This fourth tip is for the ultra romantic. We absolutely love the effect that these perfectly placed rose petals create as they start of softly and then surge into vibrancy as the object of affection reaches the door. We recommend this as a great thing to  help Dad with. The little ones can get involved and help their Mom feel special on Valentine's Day. We're all for trying different shades, too!

Our last tip is also one that is tried and true. Valentine's Day falls on a Thursday this week. We see this as an opportunity to draw a hot bath for you loved one and invite them to relax and soak after a long four days of work. Don't worry! You don't have to have a claw-foot tub to create a romantic effect. Just make sure you have some nicely scented candles, plenty of bubbles, and warm slippers waiting for your loved one when it's time to get out.