In the UK February is well known for its shortened span of 28 days and cold, long nights. It’s also famed for Valentine’s Day, which falls on the 14th.
The day has its roots in ancient history.
The day has its roots in ancient history.
One story of its origins has it that when the Roman ruler Claudius II outlawed marriages, the priest Valentine disobeyed the ruing and conducted marriages in secret. The legend has it that when this was discovered, Valentine was sentenced to death and left a message to his supporters signed ‘your Valentine.’
There are many other myths surrounding the day, but all agree that the central message is one of love and romance. The heart symbol is often the accepted shorthand for this feeling . Gifts adorned with the heart shape are always a popular way to celebrate the occasion.
The following products at Homecolours provide a wealth of ideas for the special day.
There are many other myths surrounding the day, but all agree that the central message is one of love and romance. The heart symbol is often the accepted shorthand for this feeling . Gifts adorned with the heart shape are always a popular way to celebrate the occasion.
The following products at Homecolours provide a wealth of ideas for the special day.
A unique and artistic take on the heart shape is offered by Seletti with its fantastically envisioned Love in a Box Container. Taking the form of a an anatomically correct human heart, the striking porcelain piece is bound to make an impression wherever it is placed. The pure white tone of the piece outlines the clear lines and shape of the box.
The container is ideal for storing small items such as jewellery and keepsakes. Perfect for a romantic gift that is more than a little different!
Another Seletti gift idea that is elegantly unusual is the wonderfully made Valentine’s Mouse Lamp. Offering a versatile rosy heart-shaped LED light bulb held by a cute little mouse, the lamp creates a quirky look wherever it shines its light. The lamp is easy to charge with the included USB attachment and offers a great statement piece for any room.
The perfect gift for someone looking for something different to present to a loved one this year, the lamp is a great combination of art and function.
The perfect gift for someone looking for something different to present to a loved one this year, the lamp is a great combination of art and function.
Romantic memories and treasured moments captured on print are brilliantly stored and presented with the Printworks ‘It’s About Us’ Photo Album.
Offering a ring binder with card sheets for displaying photos, the album has the appearance of a stylish coffee table book. The monochromatic pattern and central wording of ‘Us’ creates a fascinating look perfect for both table and book shelf. The album makes a thoughtful gift for a loved one or a couple this Valentine’s.
Offering a ring binder with card sheets for displaying photos, the album has the appearance of a stylish coffee table book. The monochromatic pattern and central wording of ‘Us’ creates a fascinating look perfect for both table and book shelf. The album makes a thoughtful gift for a loved one or a couple this Valentine’s.
