Monday, February 11, 2013

Denver Florists, Valentine's Day, single girls Valentines Day ideas, Single girls guide to Valentine's Day

Single this Valentine's Day? it's ok, you don't have to be in a relationship to enjoy Valentine's Day



1. Just because you’re single doesn’t mean you’re alone! Round up some unattached chicks and hit the bars, a restaurant, the local karaoke joint, the bowling lanes, whatever. Revel in your ability to have an amazing time, no men needed. —Katriona, 30

2. Whether it’s George Clooney or Johnny Depp, spend the night with your ultimate celeb crush. Rent a handful of his movies and treat yourself to an eye-candy marathon. —Jillian, 22

3. Organize a Secret Admirers gifting sesh, à la Secret Santa: You and a group of friends draw names and then deliver items like chocolates, flowers, and teddy bears to each other. That way everyone can have a Valentine... —Mary, 23

4. Since you aren’t spending your dough on some dude, might as well spend it on yourself. Give yourself some credit for how amazing you are and treat yourself to something special like a mani-pedi, a new necklace, or a blow-out at the salon. —Aubrey, 27

5. Ask a guy friend out for a platonic date and split a meal at a tasty restaurant. Make a game out of your dinner discussion by looking around the restaurant at all the couples (there will be a ton!) and guessing which ones will actually last, based on their body language. —Karen, 24

6. Be a rebel and convince your co-worker bestie to play hooky with you. Instead of sitting in meetings or watching other chicks get flowers delivered to their cubes, you and your pal can go shopping, take a day trip somewhere fun (like skiing!), or catch a new chick flick, sans the crowded theater. —Julie, 25

7. Party at your place! Invite friends over for wine, appetizers, gossiping, and good times. To mix it up, make it a theme party, like suggesting that everyone wear all pink (or black, if you caught the “Singles Awareness Day” bug) and create an iPod playlist with songs like “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” and “Holding Out for a Hero.” —Lauren, 21
8. Go out for brunch - "gather the girls for brunch at your favorite restaurant" - Jill 34
 


Throw a single girls only party or get-together

1. Smaller is better

When planning your Valentine's Day girlfriend get-together remember that smaller groups are better. "I recommend keeping the total headcount at four to six people. Hosting the party in someone's home is personable and makes it easier to socialize," says Pedersen. "I also love using Paperless post invitations
www.paperlesspost.com. They're more special than a phone call but not as time-consuming as snail mail invites."

2. Plan an activity

Plan an activity to keep guests entertained. Wine tasting is always popular. "Ask your friends to each bring a bottle that's under $10."  "Do a blind taste tests and have everyone vote for their favorite. Give the winner something simple like a piece of cute and inexpensive jewelry." Or, host a jewelry party, like the ones from Silpada www.silpada.com. Spa parties can be a fun bonding experience, too, and the same goes for cooking parties. Bring in a chef to teach the group how to make a signature dish.

3. Go guilt-free

Have foods that your girlfriends can enjoy guilt-free. "As women, we feel better about ourselves when we don't eat junk. Keep the menu light and in line with a certain type of cuisine — Mexican, Italian or maybe even a salad bar". Then everyone can bring one dish to contribute. Having one or two sweet treats is never a bad thing; just make sure to mix in healthy choices." Give your guests options they'll feel good eating.


4. Get girly

"A Valentine's Day party is the perfect excuse to get ultra girly". "Have fun with flowers, sparkles and pink and red. Use your good platters and dinnerware. Serve sparkling water, bubbly and gourmet chocolates." As women, we appreciate these small touches. Oh, and speaking of women — this is a girl's night out so please leave the men at home.

5. Flowers

"Fill a glass hurricane with beautiful fresh flowers and tie a 3- or 4-inch ribbon around it for an easy but stylish centerpiece. And remember — everything looks pretty on table linen." Set up candles and flowers on a nice table runner for added effect.

6. Have a purpose

The only thing better than a party is a party with a purpose. "February is Heart Disease Awareness Month so use your Valentine's Day girlfriend get-together as a way to spread the word on heart health". "Tie together the theme with red balloons and a red dress code and serve a menu of heart-healthy foods."

7. Have favors

Is any party really complete without the favors? You don't have to spend a lot of money on parting gifts. "Wrap a glass votive in fancy paper or give each of your girls a journal with personalized handwritten notes on the inside cover," she explains. "Little trinkets like blush brushes or lip gloss always go over well."



8.  Make a special Drink

SINGLE LADIES LOVE PUNCH

 
ingredients:    see our next blog post for the ingredients and recipe

lillet rose
blood orange soda
sparkling wine (i used Sofia Blanc de Blancs, mostly cause sofia coppola rules!)
rosemary syrup (recipe right here)
pink grapefruit juice

and for garnishes . . .
lemon wedges
lime wedges
maraschino cherries
and rosemary sprigs

    

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