Valentine Inspiration: Sweet Treats and Lovely Packaging Ideas

Hello friends!  Now that I'm getting into the spirit, it's way too easy to find fun ideas for Valentine's Day.  I have been rounding up these goodies for some time now...time to share them with the world!  To be quite honest, I think this will be the LONGEST blog post ever.  Can you handle that?

I don't know about you, but nothing says Valentine's Day to me like a sweet treat that comes in a cute little package.  Pitter, patter, pitter, patter.  What was that?  Oh it was just my heart.  Who doesn't love to get something special from someone they love...especially when it tastes so incredibly yummy and looks so perfectly packaged?!  Food gifts like these are especially great for friends, family, and neighbors and make Valentine's Day extra sweet for those we hold dear.  Take a moment to peek at these delectable yummies and darling packaging ideas.  You can click on the images or the link underneath to get to the specific pages.  Some are freebies and some are for a small fee it looks like.  I hope you find something that inspires you to get in the mood and gets you excited to celebrate this Valentine's Day in a most delicious way.  Enjoy!

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Heart Shaped Ice Cream Sandwiches

I've made these several times, and they are delicious!  

COURTESY OF MARTHA STEWART

This picture is from a few years back.  We added half strawberry ice cream
and half vanilla...Breyers of course.  The hubby wouldn't have it any other way!



Embellished Ice Cream Sandwiches...
With A Cool Kitchen Gadget
Another recipe and variation, but looks just as yummy!


COURTESY OF BUTTERCREAM

RED VELVET ICE CREAM
You can't beat homemade ice cream.

COURTESY OF VITTLES AND BITS

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Apple of My Eye Pies and Pie Boxes

I don't know about you, but if you gave me one of these, I think
I'd be yours forever.  Cute and tasty are the way to my heart for sure!

COURTESY OF TWIG AND THISTLE

Mini Sweetie Pies and Gift Tags


COURTESY OF OUR BEST BITES

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Bubble Gum Necklaces

The cutest.

COURTESY ONE CHARMING PARTY

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Pink Homemade Heart Shaped Marshmallows 

These just look so lovely and festive.  Hot chocolate anyone?

COURTESY OF DECORADA.CO.NZ

Pink Hot Chocolate and Love Buns

What a fun way to spruce up some store bought ingredients.

COURTESY OF LIFE IS A PARTY

Strawberry Flavored Rice Krispy Treats
Fun little twist for a fun little treat.


COURTESY OF THIS LITTLE LIGHT OF MINE

Don't want strawberry flavored?  Just use a little red
food coloring and a heart cut out.  Perfection!



COURTESY ENVY MY COOKING
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Mini Valentine Cakes and Treats
I wouldn't have a problem putting any one of these things in my mouth!  :)


COURTESY OF CHICKABUG



Snickers Cupcakes
Doesn't have to be red, pink, or sprinkled with hearts
to be absolutely perfect for Valentine's Day, right?

COURTESY OF ANNIE'S EATS




Chocolate Cream Filled Cupcakes 
Covered with Ganache Frosting
Excuse me.  I need a moment.  :)


COURTESY OF SKIP TO MY LOU




Snickerdoodle Cupcakes
Sounds yummy, just like the cookie!

COURTESY OF EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND AND KAT

Peanut Butter Snickers Brownies

Girl, you've outdone yourself.

COURTESY OF EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND AND KAT

Nutella Cupcakes with Nutella and Cream Cheese Frosting
Who doesn't love Nutella?

COURTESY OF TARTLETTE

Heart Shaped Red Velvet Whoopie Pies
Heavenly, I'm sure.


COURTESY OF PAIGES OF STYLE

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Baked Donuts
How cute are these?

COURTESY OF SIMPLY...THIS, THAT & THE OTHER

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Cookies and Cupcakes
I'll take one of each please!  :)


COURTESY OF GLORIOUS TREATS

Jam Jam Cookies

What a lovely treat...to eat and look at!

COURTESY OF LIFE IS A PARTY

Double Thumbprint (Heart) Cookies

How perfect for Valentine's Day!

 COURTESY OF MUNCHKIN MUNCHIES

Conversation Heart Sugar Cookies

Family favorite for sure!

COURTESY OF HALLELUJAHS BY HOLLY

Cookie Cartons and Labels

What a fun idea!

COURTESY OF WHIPPERBERRY

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Cheesecake Pops

All I can think of here is yummmmmmmm!

COURTESY OF SWEET BABY HICCUPS

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Chocolate Caramels

A perfect little chewy bite.

COURTESY OF A FARM GIRL'S DABBLES

Nutella Fudge

I love Nutella!!!

COURTESY OF WITH A BOLW OF RICE

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Chocolate Dipped Fortune Cookies

Making a simple, store bought treat extra special by adding 

your own personal touch is a great way to keep the stress 

levels low and save some time to play with your loved ones.

COURTESY OF FRENCH KNOTS

Homemade Fortune Cookies

Or if you are up for it, make your own!  Too fun!

COURTESY OF 2 STEWS

Paper Fortune Cookies

Okay, one more fortune cookie idea for ya here.  

Such a beautiful and unexpected treat for your loved one?!

This could be customized for any holiday or party.  Love it.

COURTESY OF SIXTY PIGGIES

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Fortune Cookie Teacher Gift

Cute way to package those fortune cookies for a teacher!

COURTESY EIGHTEEN25

Valentine Gift Tags (Part of Valentine Printables Set)

Adorable additions to any of your Valentine's Day festivities...

cupcake toppers, gift tags, card embellishments...anything really.

COURTESY OF MAGNOLIA CREATIVE CO VIA CATCH MY PARTY

Valentine Gift Tags

Lovely and whimsical.

COURTESY OF ART BY JULIE H.

Gingham Heart Favor Box 

(Prints on 8.5 x 11 Paper)

COURTESY OF SPECKLESS

Colorful Cupcake Boxes



VIA USBOX.COM




Red Cupcake Boxes

VIA BRP BOXSHOP

Valentine Treat Boxes

VIA WILTON

Valentine Lunch Bag Printable

COURTESY IT IS WHAT IT IS

DIY Valentine's Day Goodie Bags

So darling.  One of my favorites.  Simplicity can be so lovely.

COURTESY OF TWIG AND THISTLE

DIY Valentine's Day Brownie Bags

 Another favorite of mine.  Doesn't that glass of milk look extra enticing with that red striped straw?

COURTESY OF TWIG AND THISTLE

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Need Some Colorful Ribbon for Your Treats?

Try any of the cute twines via The Twinery.  So many colors to choose from!

PHOT COURTESY OF THE TWINERY

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Enjoy!

I'm going to take a little break!  See you in a few days!