When it comes to making Valentine’s Day memorable, it’s the extra thought that counts. Anyone can buy a box of chocolates or a few roses; giving handwritten or handcrafted gifts really makes a difference.

Get inspired and ready for more appreciation from your customers and loved ones alike, when you pair these unique ideas with the right stationery this Valentine’s Day:

Give DIY Scratch-off Gift Tickets. Your gift is as good as a lottery ticket when you make your own scratch-off gift ticket with these supplies and 5 easy steps:

       Supplies:

• Card stock
• White crayon
• Acrylic paint
• Dishwashing soap

1. Design your own three heart cards with written “gift” ideas inside of each; from “free back rub” for loved ones to “$5.00 off” for a customer.
2. Once three “gift heart” ideas are handwritten, color over each of them generously with white crayon.
3. Mix 2 parts acrylic paint with 1 part dishwashing soap.
4. Paint over handwritten “gift hearts” with acrylic/soap mixture.
5. Once paint is dry, enclose in matching envelope and give!

This idea pairs perfectly with an A-Series envelope and card, available here. 

Add Free Valentine’s Stencils. Jazz up any gift or bouquet of flowers with a small gift card and matching envelope that has a personalized note and drawn stencil. Download these fun stencils for free! 

Stencils pair perfectly with our A-Series or our line of Starburst® Coin Envelopes. 

Appreciate them in White Ink. White ink makes a uniquely lasting Valentine’s impression, especially when paired with a bold red or hot pink envelope. Watch a brief video about the wonders of white ink. 

White ink pairs perfectly with a bold-colored black A-Series envelope. 

Line Up Your Penmanship. Does your handwriting follow a windy, yellow-brick-road pattern rather than a straight line? The ingenious Lettermate tool turns any handwritten correspondence into penmanship perfection. It’s ideal for special events or communications all year long—learn more here. 

Square or A-Series envelopes are the perfect canvas for handwritten addresses/messages. 

Label it with Love. Adding a heart sticker or fun address label is one thing, but why not up it a notch and create a scented Valentine’s label? These label scents could be used on any label creation, any time of year.  

Feeling a bit more inspired this Valentine’s Day? Buy yourself a little chocolate or some candy hearts, order your envelopes, and get creative…those extra hugs and kisses are sure to follow!

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