At Solmates HQ  we have never been a big fan of Valentine’s Day. If we do want to celebrate love how about we do it in a more thoughtful and inclusive way without all the excessive consumption?

Because we are a big fan of Love. Not just romantic love, but love for your friends, your family, your neighbours and even for strangers - and also love for yourself! So this February (and beyond) perhaps think about the people in your life and consider celebrating their love in little meaningful ways. 

🩷 Give green - Get a succulent delivered to their door

🩷 A little treat - Pop by with their favourite childhood treat

🩷 Go local - Support your local makers and find a unique and thoughtful gift. 

🩷 Bake with love - Bake them something sweet

🩷 Say hello - Haven’t chatted in a while? Send a simple text, give them a call or facetime them to show you are thinking of them. 

🩷 Get crafting - Make a handmade card and list all the things you appreciate about them

🩷 Buy them a reusable - something that will stay in their lives for a long time to come.

🩷 Plan an outing - a picnic in the park, a walk on the beach, an afternoon cocktail

🩷 The gift of time together - organise a class together, maybe a cooking class, pottery or dance?

🩷 Remember mix tapes? .. how about a spotify playlist!

And a little reminder to love yourself first and always treat yourself with kindness and appreciation. Make it a habit to treat yourself to something that brings you joy.

Caroline & Kelly

XO