If PR had its own holiday, Valentine’s Day would be a top contender. Why? Because public relations, when done well, is about spreading the love. I regularly meet with friends from the PR industry to network and share ideas. Last Sunday, a group of us met at a favorite cafe that adjoins a trendy home design store. After the lattes, I signed up to take an art class to make gifts for people. I was enticed by the huge tables filled with natural items to make into something fabulous. Although MoonPR is not typically a DIY blog, I wanted you to walk away with a fun gift idea you can make for yourself or others, especially since Valentine’s Day is around the corner.
But first, how can you resist these Valentine’s cookies! From our local bakery, YUM.
Last year I also attended a workshop for making Valentine’s wreaths. I am back at it again. Terrain in Westport, CT offers so many cool classes. This year, I made a succulent garden. I selected a heart shaped container and filled 1/2 with Growstone, then soil, and some gravel on top for beauty. Those of you who know me are probably laughing right now because I don’t have a green thumb.
I was really drawn to this heart-shaped container, of course.
Selecting my succulents.
Yes, my finished project. Now let’s hope I can keep these alive.
The making of a wreath.
Wreath making — some found better space on the floor.
Embellishments for the wreath. Love the pop of yellow.
My final wreath, a bit different from the one last year.
How cute is this little book by Sandol Stoddard Warburg.
Happy Valentine’s Day (if you choose to celebrate it)! This year, my husband and I are going on a “cruise to nowhere” for two nights on one of the largest ships ever made. Although we won’t have a destination, going nowhere is a nice diversion from the 20 degree weather we’re experiencing in the northeast right now. It’s sort of a goofy thing to do, but I’m looking forward to going “out to sea” for relaxation, Cirque du Soleil performances and questionably good food.
Most images are taken with the iPhone 5s. Some are taken with the Canon EOS 5D MarkIII.
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