February is the month in which we celebrate Valentine’s Day. A holiday of sorts, but yet one of very little shopping pressures and one in which we add just a few decorative items around the house to suggest "amore" or romance. In this issue, I’ve touched upon a few items to help you celebrate the day with. But if playing cupid is not your thing, each can be used on their own accord as well.

These FREE projects are just the right Valentine’s gift to share with your friends and are but a few wonderful ideas that can be found in the February issue of Crafts ‘n things.

Enjoy!

"Yummy Cupcakes" Recipe Clip:

Use this fun jumbo clip to lend a hand in the kitchen. It's the perfect tool to hold your recipe, keeping it neat and clean, as you prepare some yummy treats for the family! Designed simply from paper, you can share your creativity with family and friends! (More...)

Valentine Placemat and/or Bread Cloth:

This cheery cross stitch project makes a perfect gift for Valentine's Day. But, this design need not be exclusive to Valentine's. Its bright colors and cheerful design can be displayed throughout the year to express your implicit love. (More...)

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Rhinestone Earrings:

Create beautiful fashion accessories from unwanted or old mismatched jewelry pieces. Creating original jewelry is truly a form of art, but wearing it gives you an exclusive fashion style. (More...)

Love Soup Mix Gift Jar:

Sharing a delicious jar of homemade soup starters with friends and family will, without a doubt, send them a warm heartfelt message. Add a little decorative design to the jar and you will have created a touching gift that they will most certainly love.
Bonus: Look to the February 2009 issue for more great Gift Jar Mixes. (More...)

Fabulous Clay Photo Album:

Why store away your wonderful photos when you can display them all year round with this beautifully decorated album. Designed from clay, it's not only a fun project to make, but it's a great way to organize this year's photos and to share them when visitors come calling. (More...)

ON THE NEWSSTAND NOW: January/February Issue

• Vintage Modern - Designer Rebekah Meier shows you how to combine vintage and new items for fabulous accessories and décor in our new series.
• Cards·Stamps·Style - A new year brings new creative techniques to the pages of Crafts 'n things®! Find unique cards and goodies for Valentine's Day. Treat your girlfriends to divine little gifts and greetings. Repurpose tired home accents with affordable irresistible paper. And, don't miss Mixed Media & Altered Arts, a year-long series beginning this month.
• Heartfelt Gifts - Check out our collection of thoughtful Valentine's and everyday gifts they'll love!

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