Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Calling all love birds! This is your two day
Valentine's Day reminder.
If you've already got a solid plan lined up
then you can go ahead and skip this post. But if you're still
searching for the perfect way to spoil your sweetheart then you may
want to keep reading.
Below are my top three picks for last minute
Valentine's Day ideas done eco-friendly style. If nothing else, I
hope these ideas will provide some inspiration for a romantic evening
that you and your Valentine will both enjoy.
1. DIY Aphrodisiac Massage Oil -
Massage oil is a gift that you can easily pull together in the time remaining and still come away looking like the Queen or King of romance. Aromatic Lifestyle provides a good resource on how to concoct your very own 'love potion' with ingredients that you can pick up at your local health food store. Personally, I think organic sweet almond oil and rose essential oil would make a lovely combination but there are plenty of options to choose from.
The really great part about this gift is that after you're done giving your Valentine a soothing and sensual massage they may just return the favour.
2. Organic Cuisine “Chez Toi” -
Treat your sweetheart to their favourite meal using organic and/or locally grown ingredients. A home cooked meal can be just as romantic as an evening out plus you get total control over the ambiance. If your Valentine is a star in the kitchen, invite him or her to be an active participant. Cooking is much more fun with two!
P.S. Don't forget to pick up some organic vino.
3. Potted Flowers & Fair Trade Chocolate -
Flowers and chocolate are a Valentine's Day staple but I think there's room for improvement here. This year opt for a potted plant instead of cut flowers. Flowering indoor plants are much more environmentally friendly than cut flowers and they last a lot longer too.
As for the chocolate, it's not nearly as difficult to find organic and fair trade options as it used to be. My local grocery store has at least a couple of different options but there are many more brands available at the health food store. If you want to get really creative, pick up some strawberries and dip them in some melted fair trade chocolate for a delicious dessert that is great for sharing with that special someone.
1. DIY Aphrodisiac Massage Oil -
Massage oil is a gift that you can easily pull together in the time remaining and still come away looking like the Queen or King of romance. Aromatic Lifestyle provides a good resource on how to concoct your very own 'love potion' with ingredients that you can pick up at your local health food store. Personally, I think organic sweet almond oil and rose essential oil would make a lovely combination but there are plenty of options to choose from.
The really great part about this gift is that after you're done giving your Valentine a soothing and sensual massage they may just return the favour.
2. Organic Cuisine “Chez Toi” -
Treat your sweetheart to their favourite meal using organic and/or locally grown ingredients. A home cooked meal can be just as romantic as an evening out plus you get total control over the ambiance. If your Valentine is a star in the kitchen, invite him or her to be an active participant. Cooking is much more fun with two!
P.S. Don't forget to pick up some organic vino.
3. Potted Flowers & Fair Trade Chocolate -
Flowers and chocolate are a Valentine's Day staple but I think there's room for improvement here. This year opt for a potted plant instead of cut flowers. Flowering indoor plants are much more environmentally friendly than cut flowers and they last a lot longer too.
As for the chocolate, it's not nearly as difficult to find organic and fair trade options as it used to be. My local grocery store has at least a couple of different options but there are many more brands available at the health food store. If you want to get really creative, pick up some strawberries and dip them in some melted fair trade chocolate for a delicious dessert that is great for sharing with that special someone.
And if all else fails (shameless plug coming
right up), you can always buy your eco-friendly Valentine a gift voucher from their favourite eco-friendly franchise. At
StylishOrganicFamilyLiving.com we will email your sweetheart your
thoughtful gift within 24 hours of purchase.
Regardless of how you choose to spend this
coming Valentine's Day, I hope it's a good one. Single or paired off,
remember to tell your loved ones you care.
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