I have never really decorated for Valentine’s Day. I really don’t like a lot of pastels and the idea of little naked cherubs all over my home kind of creeped me out. Then, I noticed all the cute decorating and party ideas all over blogland and something inside admitted that it looked…pretty cute. The challenge remained, however, how was I going to pull off this “love” decor with only what I already had on hand…a handful of vintage postcards and a few little vintage quilt hearts. Then I remembered…the box of pink depression glass in the basement…never really used. A few berry bowls and parfait glasses later I think it turned out very well!
Simple but pretty effective…
I just love how the enamelware candleholder and depression glass give the effect of valentines without venturing into “cutesy”.
I, and probably thousands more, totally stole this idea from Sadie Seasongoods. I mean who is brilliant enough to think of putting vintage valentines on a rug beater?
We are STILL waiting for snow…the Princess has stepped up her efforts with her performance of the snow dance.
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Your vintage postcards,quilted hearts and pink depression glass combine to make a beautiful Valentine’s presentation. The enamelware candleholders add the perfect touch. The rug beaters are a great display tool that I would not have thought of using. You were very clever to pull together what you already had for the decor. The Princess is sure to bring at least a little snow with her dancing- I hope!! Thank-you for this sweet post and adorable dancer photo!
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I thought it might be too simple but I love the impact. Not fussy but still soft and romantic
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That’s so pretty! I’m thinking of decorating for Valentines’s Day with Dollar Tree items. I have never done this either. I think I will give it a shot.
Regina
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I was thinking of going to the dollar store for St Patrick ideas…another holiday I never really decorated for. Let me know if you find anything neat for Valentine’s Day.
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Very pretty in pink! Your string of vintage Valentine cards is sweet and your Princess is adorable!
Visiting from Maria Elena’s,
Poppy:))
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How very creative your mantel is, love it! The depression glass with those fabric hearts is such a great idea, and the rug beaters for the postcards?! Love it. Your princess is adorable too!
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The rug beater idea was a complete Pinterest find! I have had the little hearts for a while and never knew what to do with them…until now.
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So beautiful!! Love your collection of Vintage postcards!! Oh and those beautiful fabric hearts!! Such a gorgeous display and there sure is love pouring out everywhere!
Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful post over at Waste Not Wednesday! 🙂
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Always a pleasure to visit your party each week!
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Love it all, but especially the vintage Valentines!
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Oh, I love so much that you took what you had and used it to make a super cute Valentine’s Day display. And I sure hope the sweet princess gets her snow – and how could she not after that awesome snow dance!!
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Currently shopping my house for St Patrick ideas! I might have some green glass in the basement.
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What a perfect use of the depression glass and vintage postcards!
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Thank you…not bad for my first time. I thought it might be too simple but I find in warm and romantic. Thank you for your kind comment!
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You are very creative. I love all the vintage postcards. Great collection! You little valentine is always adorable.
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Thank you!
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Yup, you totally pulled it off! I have a small collection of pink depression glass that I only use for Valentines, spring, or an occasional party. Yes, loved the idea of the Valentines on the rug beater. I have mine on an old bike wheel painted red. Inspiration from a blog friend as well. Thanks for sharing with SYC. Hope your princess gets snow!
hugs,
Jann
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I am very pleased with the results. The pink glass has been stored for so long…so happy it has a turn as a feature.
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So pretty!
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Thank you
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Hi! I’m one of the co-hosts from the Welcome Home Wednesday Link Up. I love your post so much. Your little girl steals the show but your Valentine’s decor is absolutely adorable! Thank you for sharing! Have a wonderful weekend!
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Thank you so much for your kind comments…they really made my day! I love your blog and the weekly party is always an inspiration. Yes, the fair princess seems to steal the show wherever she goes. She is such a joy!
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What a festive Valentine’s Day mantel! Love your vintage valentines and pink depression glass!
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Thanks! I really enjoy the festive feel of the mantel. I will definitely always decorate for Valentines Day.
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I love that is Valentine’s themed without all the commercial elements of the holiday 🙂 I love your little hearts and the depression glass. And those vintage cards have me super jealous over here!! Thank you for sharing at TaDa Thursday!!!
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Lots of digging in antique malls and deals on Facebook helped me complete my collection…still on the lookout for more!
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Amy,
The pink depression glass is perfect for Valentine’s Day. Very pretty with the hearts… Princess is adorable in her tutu!
Happy Valentine’s Day,
Judith
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Very sweet Valentine look and of course your sweet daughter is the show stopper. Thank you for sharing at DI&DI.
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Thank you!
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How cute is the princess in her tutu! Enjoy every minute with that little sweetie! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
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That definitely works for me. I must agree with you cupids are a bit creepy, I’m not to keen on a naked little child with wings shooting me with arrows. Your mantle looks looks lovely and so does the Princess. Did the new snow dance work?
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Funny what we image for holidays! I do enjoy celebrating love whenever I can.
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No snow…😕
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Love your Valentine decor. I collected depression glass but I don’t add to it much anymore. Thank you for sharing at Vintage Charm.
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I do love the history and story behind depression glass. I wish I had more space for storage. I am so glad to put it to use.
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I love all your valentine decor and all the great vintage touches. I love how you layered all of your great accessories. Very beautiful.
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I don’t really do cutesy…a bit of whimsy on occasion. I like the subtle touches of valentines without the glitz…I keep it up until March!
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