Setting the Mood on Valentine's Day: Food, Flowers and Candles

Julie Mulligan
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Because Valentine's Day is all about love and expressing your feelings I prefer to keep the event itself low key and comfortable. At the same time the mood should be sensual, encouraging contact and communication. Here are a few Valentine's Day tips  that definitely help you to create this vibe: flowers, candles, and food that can be eaten (and fed to each other) with your fingers!

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Set the Mood with Candles

An easy and inexpensive way to add a Valentine touch to a simple clear glass votive is to wrap it with ribbon, decorative trim, or real rose petals. Read More

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Food and Flowers

The simple act of sharing food has long signified trust and bonding. Serve up an aphrodisiac inspired menu this Valentine's Day, but dress it in drama - with deep red roses. Read More

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