So we're not all huge fans of the whole Valentine's Day thing — and with good reason. Restaurants booked weeks in advance, endless flowers being delivered to the office and lovey-dovey advertising everywhere you turn... it's a bit of a headache.
Here's where we come in. Turn Valentine's Day into something you can love by using it as a day to celebrate your closest friendships. Take a page from our girl Leslie Knope and throw a Galentine's Day soirée.
We've come up with a few Pinterest ideas for you to celebrate a low-key night in with your favorite Galentine's.
1. Cutsey Drinks
Pink Strawberry Sangria — Simply Whisked
Obviously a pink drink is more than fitting for your Galentine's celebration. And the best part is, you'll only need wine, strawberry flavored vodka, lemon-lime soda and strawberries. Easy peasy! For the full recipe click here.
For another refreshing take on the strawberry themed drinks, we present the Redhead in Bed. It's just as easy to make as the pink strawberry sangria and just as tasty. For the recipe, click here.
2. Yummy Goodies
Oreo Cheesecake Cookies — Nest of Posies
Okay how delicious do these oreo cheesecake cookies look? We're all about recipes that only require a handful of ingredients and these yummy cookies only take six! For the full recipe, click here.
Mini Heart Shaped Pizzas — Sarah Hearts
Because sometimes you something a little more savory than cookies. And really, who doesn't love pizza? These mini heart shaped pizzas are the perfect size so you won't feel bad about having two — or three. Treat yoself!
For some reason, macarons seem to be beyond most people's baking capabilities. While we're not saying they're easy, they're definitely do-able. PopSugar hooked it up with a great beginner's guide to macaron making and we're definitely game to try.
3. Fun Decorations
Pucker Up Balloons — Studio DIY
We love a good balloon moment. Partly because they're adorable and partly because they're so easy. For the full instructions for these cute pucker up balloons, click here.
DIY Tassel Garland — Linen, Lace & Love
What's a party without a tassel garland? These are so easy, you'll be using them any chance you get. Click here for the instructions.
DIY Rose Garland — A Pair & A Spare
(Pictured at top) Super easy, and super pretty. Need we say more? For the full directions, click here.
