Erin Go Bragh with These Lucky Treats on Saint Patrick’s Day (Sixth Edition)

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Now that Valentine’s Day is over, it’s on to the green, shamrocks, rainbows, leprechauns, and pots of gold. Given that we have so many Irish Americans, it’s basically the Irish version of Cinco de Mayo. Except there’s some kind of religious significance since it honors Saint Patrick who brought Christianity to Ireland, not to honor a battle fought against the French at the US-Mexican border. Though that doesn’t stop people from using the holiday as an excuse to get drunk. Anyway, for your reading pleasure, I give you yet another assortment of Saint Patrick’s Day treats. Enjoy.

  1. A chocolate cake must have minty green icing.
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And on 2 layers, too. Also don’t forget the chocolate drizzle.

2. Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day with some rainbow sushi.

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You might need food dye for the rice. But the peppers can be of a variety of colors.

3. Give your St. Patty’s day dessert platter a boost in luck this year with some leprechaun cookies.

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These are made from heart sugar cookies turned upside down. So the top part can consist of the leprechaun’s beard.

4. Grace your Saint Patrick’s Day table with this rainbow snack platter.

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The platter consists of snacks of different rainbow colors. Some of these are candy, by the way.

5. Treat yourself to some pot of gold cupcakes.

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The cupcakes are turned upside down. While the gold coins are probably vanilla wafers in gold icing.

6. How about some fancy shamrock cupcakes?

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The cupcakes are turned upside down. While the gold coins are probably vanilla wafers in gold icing.

7. You can’t have Saint Patrick’s Day without some Celtic knot shamrock cupcakes.

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Well, the toppers are quite intricate. While the cupcakes are chocolate and covered with yellow icing and rainbow sprinkles.

8. Top your Saint Patrick’s Day dessert platter with this green bundt cake.

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This is covered in 50 shades of green icing. Okay, maybe not 50 but it’s a lot of green.

9. Love chocolate pudding? Try these pot of gold cups?

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The gold on top is popcorn with gold sprinkles on top. While the spoon handles have zigzag rainbows.

10. Perhaps you want to treat your guests to these Saint Patrick’s Day cookies.

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Includes rainbows and shamrocks. Pots of gold consists of icing and sprinkles.

11. Nothing makes St. Patty’s Day sweeter like gold macarons.

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These have chocolate filling and shamrocks on top. Perfect to put in any pot of gold.

12. You’ll find gold inside these rainbow cupcakes.

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These consists of rainbow icing and pots of gold on top. So pretty.

13. Nothing makes St. Patrick’s Day like these green velvet cheesecake bars.

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Well, they have the green on the bottom. And green sprinkles on top.

14. You might get lucky with some chocolate mint fudge cakes.

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Well, they’re bars. But you have a layer of mint chocolate chip goodness.

15. You can’t go wrong with some spinach pesto on your pasta.

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Or pesto in general. Because what’s Saint Patrick’s Day without green spaghetti?

16. Treat yourself this St. Patty’s Day with some shamrock fudge squares.

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These have sprinkles and candy shamrocks and gold coins. Look so tasty.

17. You’ll never know what you’ll find in these shamrock cookies.

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All of these have some chocolate caramel, and marshmallows inside. Also covered in green and chocolate icing and sprinkles.

18. Perhaps you’d want a piece of this rainbow cake.

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Interesting how the rainbow’s on the side and consists of M&Ms. Pot of gold probably not edible in the least.

19. Care for a rainbow cupcake?

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These are covered with white icing. All have a stream of rainbow icing with a cloud of mini marshmallows.

20. You’ll be refreshed with these mint chocolate cookies.

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They’re chocolate cookies with green and chocolate icing. The shamrocks are made from M&Ms.

21. Treat yourself this Sant Patrick’s day to some Chinese dumplings.

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Well, these have pesto inside so it kind of counts. Hell, I’m not sure if it’s even a Chinese dish. I just know it’s something you eat with chopsticks.

22. Anyone want a chocolate mint brownie?

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These have some green filling inside. Covered in a layer of chocolate fudge and green sugar.

23. With these cupcakes, you can taste the rainbow.

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And it seems the rainbow tastes like vanilla. Also consists of white icing and rainbow sprinkles.

24. You’ll have some Lucky Charms in some pastel rainbow bars.

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They’re also covered in sprinkles. Though the rainbow seems to consist of 5 colors and includes pink.

25. Apparently, you’ll find layers of color on these cupcakes.

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These are rainbow cupcakes with shamrocks on top. Each has 6 layers of sugar coated icing.

26. Bring the luck of the Irish with these rainbow pinwheel cookies.

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These are covered with rainbow sugar. Hope you got a sweet tooth.

27. Get a bite out some of these mint chocolate chip beauties.

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Each has some buttercream inside. Covered in white icing and green sprinkles.

28. Expose your taste buds to a piece of a mint chocolate chip cake roll.

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This one has some chocolate cake and mint chocolate chip filling inside. Looks so tasty. Love it.

29. You can’t go wrong with shamrock cookies.

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These have a green icing with some intricate Celtic design. And I’m sure they were made in a bakery.

30. Irish Millennials can’t go without their shamrock avocado toast.

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Of course, Irish boomers will tell them to forego that to save money. Despite they don’t earn a living wage from their full time job.

31. There’s no greater treasure than an Oreo pot of gold.

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These are covered in chocolate with some gold candies and a rainbow fruit roll up. Like how they stand up.

32. Feel free to serve up Irish hospitality with this shamrock cake.

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Meaning, you’ll probably not get a piece of this if you wear orange or are English. Okay, I’m kidding.

33. Nobody can get enough of these mint chocolate chip cookie dough bars.

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Though the FDA might think these are a hazard. Yet, eating cookie dough isn’t like drinking unpasteurized milk or raw meat. Come on.

34. Nothing makes Saint Patrick’s Day like some McPeeps.

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They’re marshmallow peeps with gumdrop leprechaun hats. Sure I’m putting them in treats but I’d really not recommend you to eat them.

35. Nobody can resist these cookie mint sandwiches.

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They’re supposed to be like Oreos. Green filling covered in sprinkles.

36. You’d want your pot of gold from these leprechauns.

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Well, the pots of gold seem like they’re made of paper. But the leprechauns are just so cute.

37. Top your Saint Patrick’s Day dessert platter with this large hat cake.

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It’s 3 tiers. The leprechaun hat’s decked with white shamrocks on the side and green shamrocks on the top.

38. Hope you can get lucky with these leprechaun cupcakes.

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These have vanilla wafer leprechaun faces. Their hats are gumdrops while the beards are M&Ms.

39. Feast your eyes on these green deviled eggs.

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The egg on here is dyed green. Makes a great St. Patty’s day appetizer, especially with ham.

40. Impress your guests with this Saint Patrick’s Day cake.

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This one has a leprechaun hat, rainbow, and green shamrock flower. As gold coins deck the bottom.

41. You can’t have St. Patty’s Day dessert without some mint Oreo truffles.

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These have Oreo in the center with an icing cover and sprinkles. Some have drizzle and shamrocks.

42. Perhaps these shamrock cupcakes can suit you.

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They have candy shamrocks and coins. And each is topped with gold sprinkles and white icing.

43. Wake up this St. Patty’s Day with these shamrock cinnamon rolls.

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Okay, these consist of a few cinnamon rolls. But you got to love their smell fresh from the oven.

44. Perhaps you’d want a snack platter like this for St. Patrick’s Day.

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Hey, at least the foods are easy to find and rather healthy, too. Because you find green everywhere in nature.

45. Nothing’s better on Saint Patrick’s Day than green cupcakes.

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Each of these is made from green velvet. Topped with candy shamrocks and white icing with sprinkles.

46. You’ll find some little shamrocks on these cupcakes.

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These have green wrappers. Topped with small shamrocks, white icing, and green sprinkles.

47. Celebrate St. Patty’s Day with some shamrock cake roll.

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Consists of few cake roll slices arranged like a shamrock. Though I’m not sure if it’s in key lime, cashew, or tapioca.

48. Nobody can resist these chocolate mint fudge brownie bars.

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Consists of brownie at the bottom, green mint filling in the middle, and chocolate fudge on top. And yes, they sure look tasty.

49. Care for a Lucky Charms cupcake?

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Each of these his decked with Lucky Charms marshmallows. Love the configuration on these.

50. Any cake can be a pot of gold.

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Just add some vanilla Oreos and take them apart. Doesn’t matter if the cake is white with green edging.

51. You can’t have a better St. Patrick’s Day treat than a thin mint cheesecake.

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You can see the thin mints on top with the white icing tuffs. Yet, the cake is a light minty green.

52. Nothing makes a better St. Patty’s Day snack with some Guinness mix.

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Consists of pretzels, shamrocks, and beer glasses. Some of these are candy items.

53. You can’t resist these green shamrock cookies.

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These have white icing on them that’s in a cross. Some even have green sugar on them.

54. How about some shamrock bread with your St. Patty’s Day dinner?

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You can at least pull these apart. Though I’m not sure how much you can take as a serving.

55. You can’t get enough of this Oreo cookie trifle.

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This one has some minty green icing. Also consists of Oreo bits on the bottom, fudge, and other chocolate bits.

56. You can’t have St. Patrick’s Day without some fancy gobs like this.

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Okay, they’re more like cupcakes. Yet, each consist of a 2 layers of green icing with chocolate cookies on top.

57. Bet you’ve never seen shamrock cookies like these.

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These have green icing inside. Perfect for any Saint Patrick’s Day dessert platter.

58. Feel free to dip your chocolate cookies in chocolate.

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Just make sure the chocolate has green shamrock sprinkles. Just a little FYI.

59. Care for some stained glass shamrock cookies?

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Wonder how they pull it off. And what the hell the filling is made out of?

60. Go green with your mashed potatoes this Saint Patrick’s Day.

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And you don’t need food coloring either. Just put some greens and chives and mixed them with the mashed potatoes. Simple.

61. Get lucky with these rainbow fortune cookies.

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Not sure what the fortunes may hold. But the colors are surely vibrant. Wow.

62. You can’t go wrong with a St. Patrick’s Day dessert pizza.

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This one is covered in white icing with green and chocolate drizzle. Also got a lot of chunks of Andes candies.

63. You can’t go wrong with these cookie bars.

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Consists of brownie and chocolate chip cookie dough. Decorated with mint Oreo bits and green M&Ms.

64. Want to try a slice of rainbow cake?

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You can see the colors inside. Though it includes pink for some reason.

65. You can’t go wrong with a rainbow candy bar.

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It’s actually a cake with rainbow layers inside and covered with chocolate. Also covered with rainbow sprinkles.

66. Want a leprechaun in your Guinness treat.

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This is a cake pop with a large leprechaun head. Also has a green ice cream cone hat.

67. No kid can resist a shamrock Rice Krispie treat.

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Each of these is covered in green icing with green sprinkles. Great for any Saint Patrick’s Day party.

68. A brownie can always use some green icing.

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And yes, they’re showy and vibrant. Also covered with sprinkles.

69. You can’t get enough these shamrock Oreos.

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Some of these are sprinkles. Some of these are candies. But all look delicious.

70. You can’t get luckier with these smiley face St. Patrick’s Day cookies.

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These are cookies you can get from Eat n’ Park, which is the place for smiles. It’s a local restaurant chain from where I live. It’s like Denny’s but better. If you have kids, they’ll give one of these cookies to them for free.

71. You got to love St Patrick’s Day cookies like these.

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Consists of leprechauns and hats, beer, pots of gold, and a fancy shamrock. The leprechauns hats look straight out of Dr. Seuss.

72. Hope you can try this pretzel shamrock.

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Might need to take it apart and share. Also comes with green mustard to dip in, which is kind of wild.

73. You’ll be near the pot of gold with these rainbow meringues.

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Yes, these are cookies. And yes, they’re in a rainbow swirl. But I’m confident they don’t have any acid inside them.

74. You’ll find plenty of shamrocks in these Rice Krispie treats.

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The shamrock marshmallows are from Lucky Charm of course. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day.

75. Don’t forget to add a thin mint in a cupcake.

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These are on mini cupcakes. And yes, the Girl Scout cookie sits on green mint icing.

76. You can’t go wrong with this St. Patrick’s Day veggie platter.

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And you should have no trouble finding green veggies either. Since that basically consists of most of them.

77. Want a chocolate cheesecake shamrock?

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It’s basically a green cheesecake and chocolate brownie mixed together. Love the swirls.

78. You’ll be lucky to have a rice leprechaun hat.

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These are covered in icing. Love the belt and buckle decorations. So simple.

79. How about some rainbow brownie bars?

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These are in swirly rainbow patterns. Kind of groovy don’t you think?

80. Please your guests with some mint chocolate chip fudge.

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Seem to more or less resemble brownies to me. Yet, I bet they taste spectacular.

The Wonderful World of the Teddy Bear (Fifth Edition)

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A popular Valentine’s Day present is a stuffed bear with moveable arms and legs. Since its introduction in 1903 and named after Teddy Roosevelt, these toys have become among the most popular ever since. After all, they’re fuzzy, cute, cuddly, and you can dress them up however you like. Thus, you can see all kinds of teddy bears dressed for holidays, special occasions, and characters from pop culture. There are even teddy bear museums where these toys reenact certain scenes. So for your reading pleasure, I give you another assortment of adorable teddy bears. Enjoy.

  1. Don’t mess with the Undertakebear.

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He’s based on the WWE wrestler, the Undertaker. Wonder why he’s not wearing a shirt with his suit.

2. You’d swear this teddy bear can glow in the dark.

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Actually, it lights up inside. I’m sure batteries are included.

3. Make way for the Teddy bear fashion show.

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Come see the latest fashions in chic bear couture. I’m sure the clothes won’t come cheap.

4. Mother Theresa helps the poor bears of Calcutta.

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Sure, she may not be the saint we think she is. But come on, she and her bear order nuns look cute in these sari habits.

5. You’d think this bear was some Einstein.

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Okay, he’s supposed to be dressed like famous physicist Albert Einstein. Has E=mc squared on his paw.

6. Watch out for that iceberg.

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This is supposed to be the teddy bear version of the Titanic. A lot of bears lost their lives that night.

7. He’s all dressed with a place to go.

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Here’s a Boyd bear with a small suitcase. Wonder why he travels light.

8. In China, don’t forget to see the tomb of Emperor Qin.

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This one has a bear terra cotta army. And yes, bear tourists take pictures of them.

9. Germany unites with the fall of the Bearlin Wall.

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Here some bear tears down the wall which will later symbolize the fall of Communism. So East and West Germany can unite as one.

10. These bears are globe trekking.

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Since they’re a family of tourists. Though I don’t think tourists dress like these bears in real life. So cute.

11. “Growl once again, my dear, our strange duet….”

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This is a Phantom o the Opera bear. Hopefully, he doesn’t sing like Gerard Butler.

12. You won’t be chilly for this Winterland Queen bear.

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She wears a blue sparkly dress. Not to mention, she’s a ripoff on Queen Elsa from Frozen.

13. You’d admire this bear’s hat with flowers.

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She wears a purple hat with deep pink flowers all made out of felt. Also like the purple sash. So pretty.

14. Joe Biden is ready to run again.

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Though so far, he hasn’t managed to gain much traction. As we can see with the results in Iowa.

15. Santa finishes one more wooden soldier.

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Here he’s in his workshop making toys. Before he goes out to deliver them for that one night.

16. You’ll find nothing wooden with this nutcracker.

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Well, this bear is dressed up as one. But he won’t really crack nuts. Because he’s plush wearing felt clothes.

17. This bear’s got a plain habit.

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Since he’s a monk. So he’s just wearing a plain black robe. So cute.

18. Beware the Queen of Hearts.

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Because if you slight her, she’ll have you beheaded. Doesn’t matter if you’re an outsider or one of her card soldiers.

19. Let’s make this landing at Omaha Beach.

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Yes, these bears are reenacting D-Day. And yes, some of them will not survive the invasion. But they’re fighting Nazis for God’s sake.

20. This Teddy Bear is ready to ride.

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Since he’s a teddy bear of Teddy Roosevelt. For the teddy bear’s named after him.

21. Want a cold drink with this polar bear?

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No thanks for me since I don’t drink pop. But he’s nevertheless an iconic bear that you see around Christmas.

22. The Pope emerges to greet the crowds.

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Here he stands between 2 cardinal bears with his long crucifix staff. Yet, unlike human popes, he doesn’t wear shoes.

23. You’d think this bear was out on safari.

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Since he’s clearly wearing such an expedition outfit. Even carries a sleeping mat. So cute.

24. This chili pepper will bring some spice to your life.

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It even comes with maracas. You’d almost think it works at a Mexican restaurant.

25. You’d might want to party with this bear.

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Since he’s dressed as a glass of beer. Though I’d recommend not to let him drive you home from the bar.

26. Many swear to have seen this Sasquatch bear.

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He’s fuzzier than most. Yet, despite numerous sightings, scientists question his existence.

27. Dr. Bear wants you to brush your teeth.

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Though there’s only a 1 out of 3 chance he accepts Medicaid. If you live in the US, that is

28. Here some rich bears gather for a game of polo.

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They ride on plush horses and use sticks to move a ball. And no, I don’t understand how polo works.

29. This bear works all the livelong day on the railroad.

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This train engineer bear wears a striped hat and coveralls. But modern train engineers don’t usually wear such apparel.

30. Check out the tatt on this sailor.

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It’s one of a heart on his arm. Yet, how can you tattoo a bear, I have no idea.

31. The Korean streets are rather bustling.

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This one has marketplaces, tables, and a tent. Then again, it might be outside the palace.

32. Someone’s ready for a summer’s day.

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Though I’m not sure if she’s just going on a summer stroll to the park or the beach. Then again, she’s not wearing tennis shoes so it’s probably the latter.

33. Here we come across a royal procession.

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Okay, this is a Korean procession. Since a lot of teddy bear museums are in South Korea for some reason. But you have to admire the time and effort people put into this.

34. This bear will put out fires for you.

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Okay, maybe not. But you can cuddle with him as your relationship with your significant other crashes and burns.

35. Someone’s ready to race for once.

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Since he’s the cutest auto racer you’ll ever see. Hope his car doesn’t crash and burn.

36. This guy always supports his mom.

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For he’s her #1 fan. Though at least he’s not creepy about it. Unlike Oedipus.

37. You’d make yourself at home in this Korean village.

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Yes, you find a lot of Korean stuff in these teddy bear museums. Since most of them are from South Korea. Don’t know why that is.

38. Teddy bears construct some Buddhist statues.

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Guess this is for a temple or shrine. Not sure why the golden Buddha statues don’t look like bears.

39. This bear pilot is ready for takeoff.

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Sure his plane doesn’t seem ready to fly. But he doesn’t seem to mind.

40. Guess Koreans really know how to put on a festival.

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This one seems to have plenty of ceremonial dancers. From a teddy bear museum in Seoul.

41. The Netherlands has a peaceful countryside.

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This one features windmills and tulip fields. So you can guess this is a Dutch display.

42. The Korean king sits on his throne.

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Guess this ceremony must’ve taken place between the 19th century and the Korean War. Because we know the Korean kingdom’s no more nowadays.

43. She’s all dressed up for a night on the town.

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Here she wears a red dress and carries a purse. Like the matching bows on her dress and ear.

44. She decided to go summer casual today.

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Here she wears a striped top with jean. Also carries a purse. Like the gold buttons.

45. You’ll be enchanted by this fancy dress ball.

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The display’s not very big. Yet, you’d have to admire the fancy clothes, especially the dresses.

46. These bears go to visit Mount Bearmore.

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It’s basically a teddy bear version of Mount Rushmore. And yes you got some teddy bears in the foreground.

47. “Cubs, start your lessons.”

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This is an old fashioned school house scene from a teddy bear museum in Germany. Because each kid has their own chalk board.

48. This teddy bear is a wizard.

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Since he’s a Harry Potter bear. shown with his scar, hat, and Quidditch broom.

49. How about a trip to the zoo?

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Some of the animals here are in plush as well. While the bears frequent the premises. Wonder what the bear exhibit is like.

50. You’d think this angel is heaven sent.

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She’s a Boyd’s Bear. She wears a dress and felt wings.

51. These servants always work long hours.

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This is from a teddy bear museum in Dorset. And yes, these servants are washing dishes.

52. You’d think this family is rather well-to-do.

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You’d see a family like this on Downton Abbey. Except that they’re bears. From a teddy bear museum in Dorset.

53. Steve Jobs unveils the latest Apple product.

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He stands near a chair in a black turtleneck. Though his claws won’t hurt you.

54. Klawlo Ren will finish what his grandfather started.

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Though watch out when he whips up his lightsaber. Since he’s been known to go to town on it like slicing and smashing things.

55. This bear’s not afraid of no ghost.

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This is a ghostbuster bear. So it has the logo on its paw inside its shoes.

56. With Genie bear, he’ll grant you 3 wishes at your command.

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I’m sure this one was for the live-action remake with Will Smith. As I can tell from the beard and outfit.

57. Rey always knows how to fight with her staff.

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Of course, her bear version doesn’t have her intricate hairstyle. But wait until she gets a hold on a lightsaber.

58. Darth Bearder’s on the Dark Side of the Force.

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And yes, he’s black with ears on his helmet. But he still needs to wear his suit in order to live. After what Obi Wan Kenobi did to him.

59. Secret agent or fashionista?

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Since this bear’s wearing a black coat and sunglasses. So you may never know.

60. “Sheriff Woody, at your service…”

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Here this bear wears the Woody get up. Afraid of getting replaced by a space toy, if Buzz Lightyear gets any hint.

61. Deadpool would like to propose.

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Here he goes on one knee with a ring. Great for a guy who wants to marry a girl who likes Marvel and has a sense of humor.

62. Jasmine can always be a princess to impress.

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Though you have to admit, she does have daddy issues. Yet, she doesn’t hold the lamp in either the Disney or the live-action version.

63. Captain America is American patriotism personified.

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He also shows the wonders of performance enhancement drugs in the Marvel universe. Still, this bear of him is blue.

64. Cinderella is all dressed for the ball.

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Though the magic will wear off by midnight. So she’ll only have her glass slippers left. Or one glass slipper left since she left the other at the ball.

65. Queen Elsa knows how to stage a freeze.

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Here she’s in her Frozen II outfit. Seems more at home with herself than in the last movie where she doomed her kingdom to eternal winter.

66. Someone can use another tissue.

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This is a get well bear in pajamas. Then again, he’s got a hanky so he’s good. So cute.

67. You’ll be fine against this Stormtrooper bear.

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Because while Stormtroopers may shoot up a place, they usually don’t hit anything. Though they can be dangerous.

68. Harley Quinn is no laughing matter.

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Yet, for God’s sake, don’t romanticize her relationship with the Joker. Because he’s a raging psychopath who’s very abusive to her.

69. No one can resist this Ewok bear.

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Ewoks are pretty much teddy bears to begin with. But they will try to eat you and kick your ass.

70. Rapunzel gets all Tangled.

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Her bear’s purple with long blond hair. But not long enough to hang from a tower to use as a ladder. That wouldn’t be safe for kids.

71. It’s a tale as old as time.

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These are Beauty and the Beast bear set. Come with a rose. So adorable.

72. Ariel comes from under the sea.

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She’s basically a teenager who sold her voice for some plastic surgery. And from a shady sea witch no less.

73. This Irish lass can dance.

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For she’s an Irish river dancer. Even has her dancing shoes on.

74. Greetings from Hawaii.

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She wears a hula skirt, a flower lei, and a coconut bra. Hope se doesn’t dance when the volcano blows.

75. No one can stop Captain Marvel.

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Here she springs into action. Know that she’s about as powerful as Superman.

76. “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free….”

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She wears the green garb of Lady Liberty. Unfortunately, her words are being undermined by Donald Trump’s anti-immigration policies and family separations.

77. Gotham’s Dark Knight lingers in the shadows.

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This bear wears a mask and cape. And he’ll beat the hell out of villains from Arkham Asylum.

78. Thanos Bear wants to wipe half of the universe.

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Already he’s got his Infinity gauntlet on. Uh-oh. Don’t have a good feeling about this.

79. Girl Scout bears always bring in the cookies.

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Here they wear outfits denoting ranks. But please pay for the cookies or they will end you.

80. “Shitter’s full.”

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He’s supposed to be a Cousin Eddie bear. Still, don’t all bears shit in the woods?

 

 

Fall in Love with These Valentine’s Day Craft Projects (Fifth Edition)

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Now that February has come upon us, let’s get into some Valentine’s Day crafts. Of course, you can see I went with the a school room design instead of someone’s living room. Well, it helps to try something different once in a while. Nonetheless, classrooms are often places you see V-Day crafts though most of these are made of paper. Of course, unless they’re rather impressive school craft projects, I usually don’t touch upon them. Since most of them I usually list are made from adults. Anyway, for your reading pleasure, I give you another assortment of lovely Valentine’s Day crafts.

  1. You can spell love on this heart.
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This is a wooden heart made from 2 pieces. The “LOVE” squares are Scrabble tiles and they’re not worth much.

2. Perhaps you might send a valentine with a decomesh wreath.

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This one his heart-shaped. Says, “Happy Valentine’s Day” in the center.

3. A Valentine’s Day wreath can use a few hearts.

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This one has plenty of red hearts. Still, I love the fancy white ribbon around it.

4. You might prefer a wreath with cloth hearts.

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Well, the hearts are in the pattern. Nonetheless, you have to love the felt flowers.

5. You can’t hang too many hearts on a wall.

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There’s a checked heart, a red heart, and 2 gold hearts. All with fancy ribbon decorations. So pretty.

6. Light up your home with a Valentine’s Day glass block light.

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This one has hearts and foil inside. Has a bow of red heart ribbon on top.

7. Touch your look with a few roses.

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This is a hairband. The red, pink, and white roses are made of felt.

8. So many blue hearts can make a big impression.

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The large heart is made of a bunch of blue hearts. While a medium red heart inside carries the message.

9. A heart wreath can use a few roses.

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This one has some pink and white roses. Also, you can see a golden arrow shot through it.

10. You don’t know what’s kept in this book.

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Since it’s fastened. Then again, this just might be a decoration you can set on your fireplace mantle.

11. A Valentine’s Day paper wrapper wreath is always suited for a window pane.

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This one has polka dots on the red and white on the wrappers. And the window pane isn’t attached to anything.

12. Perhaps you’d like a simple heart suncatcher.

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This one has a plastic bead string. While the crystal heart shines like the sun. Whenever the sun shines through it.

13. A Valentine’s Day ribbon wreath might suit you.

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This one also has ribbon flowers. While the ribbons covering the wreath all have hearts.

14. A Valentine heart can always use a few flowers.

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This one is a cushion with some felt flowers. Like the bead and red lace trim.

15. A heart of roses should always have a frame.

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Well, the roses are probably made of paper. But the frame is quite fancy.

16. Care for a Valentine’s Day heart necklace?

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The heart is made out of metal with gold wires containing pearls and jewel beads. So pretty.

17. You can use a few hearts on the wall.

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These consists of cloth hearts and felt roses glued on the samplers. Great for any home on V-Day.

18. Feel free to make a wreath of pink clothespins.

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Of course, you might have to paint the clothespins pin first. Though you have to admire the hearts, roses, and bow.

19. Count down to Valentine’s Day with this heart calendar.

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Though I can totally wait for Valentine’s Day. But this advent calendar is quite cute.

20. Anyone would fall in love with this button heart.

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And yes, it’s in a frame. Funny how all the red buttons are the same size and color.

21. How about a wreath of paper hearts?

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This one has hearts made of construction paper. While each heart has gold edging.

22. Grace your V-Day door with this pink bauble wreath.

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This one has baubles of different sizes. Like he pink butterflies. So pretty.

23. Don’t like wreaths? Show your love with this cork heart.

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Well, the corks of all different sizes. Says “Love” in red and white pipe cleaners.

24. Show your love on V-Day with these love blocks.

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Each of these is in a whimsical shape and pattern. While the “O” is a heart.

25. Serve your guests wine from this glitter bottle.

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Yes, this bottle is covered with glitter. And yes, the wine is still in it. Not sure why.

26. Show your love with this berry wreath.

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The berries are fake. The wooden letters say “Love”. Like the flower near the top best.

27. Step out on V-Day with this charm bracelet.

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This one has a some heart charms. Like the clastic crystal jewels.

28. Grace your door with this burlap heart wreath.

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Has a large burlap bow on it, too. A simple design for any rustic setting.

29. You’ll find plenty of hearts in this envelope.

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This one has a few hearts in different patterns. Includes berry branches as well.

30. Perhaps a heart stick wreath might suit you.

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Includes 3 hearts with woven basket patterns. Also consists of a large red bow.

31. A candle can use a few hearts.

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The hearts are pink with wires linking with each other. Hope they don’t burn up.

32. You can use a few hearts on a tulle wreath.

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Each of the tulle pieces are tied on the wreath. While the 3 hearts glitter.

33. Don’t like these? You might like this wall hanging.

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This one has a lot of ribbons. “Love” consists of black wires. Includes a glittery red heart.

34. Care for a heart of paper roses?

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The roses are of different sizes and colors. And all on a gray background.

35. Here we find love all framed.

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Well, each individual letter is framed. And all hanging on a ribbon to a window.

36. A heart can consist of a variety of buttons.

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These are all in different sizes and colors. And they’re all sewn on a plain pillow.

37. Greet your V-Day guests with this flowery yarn wreath.

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The flowers are made from felt. Like the colors on the wreath though.

38. A V-Day wreath should always consist of red roses.

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And they’re all arranged in a heart. I’m sure the roses are made from silk. So pretty.

39. You’ll get plenty of hugs and kisses from this ribbon wreath.

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The top consists of glitter hearts. The bottom consists of glitter “XOXO.”

40. Don’t like wreaths? Go with this wall hanging of hearts.

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Consists of 2 checked hearts. While plenty of small red hearts add some emphasis. Like the bow.

41. Grace your V-Day door with this fancy ribbon wreath.

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The ribbons mostly consists of bows. While it’s touched with a hollow red glitter heart.

42. Grace your V-Day table with this glittery basket.

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Has some paper bag strips inside. Like the glitter heart. So pretty.

43. Doily hearts always belong in a frame.

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Of course, they’re made of paper. Though I love the background and purple frame.

44. You might want some tree branches in a heart basket.

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Well, the basket has a wooden heart over it. While the basket has branches and berries inside.

45. Don’t like wreaths? Go with a simple glass panel and a heart.

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The heart is made out of yarn. While the panel and heart are held by a white bow.

46. You can always show love with flowers.

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The Letters are made from wood. While the “O” is a heart containing pink roses.

47. You can have love in a purple heart frame.

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Well, it says “LOVE” in a purple heart frame. Like the crown and pink roses. So pretty.

48. Declare your love on this Valentine’s Day with flowers.

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Well, the flowers are all in vases. 4 of them spell out “LOVE” in black letters.

49. A rustic wreath will suit you this Valentine’s Day.

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This one consists of gourds and berries. While a black heart sign says “Love” in the center.

50. A heart tulle wreath can really make an impression.

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You can see it consists of red, pink, and white pieces. Also includes ribbons and hearts.

51. Show love this Valentine’s Day with this wooden panel.

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This red panel says “LOVE” in white letters. The “O” consists of a heart with an arrow shot through it.

52. A burlap “Love” wreath is all you need.

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It’s in the shape of a heart, too. Great for rustic settings. So pretty.

53. A fancy heart can always use some flowers.

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Well, this one is in a fancy white frame and grapevine wreath Like the roses and bow. So lovely.

54. A V-Day wreath should always have a touch of gold.

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This one has gold baubles and ribbons. Also includes 2 hearts near the bottom.

55. A large V-Day heart can be quite festive.

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This one has bows and a large heart with pink spots. Also consists of bows and other festive trimmings.

56. Care for a heart rag wreath?

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This one has red, white, and pink strips all over a wire frame. Great for any rustic door. So pretty.

57. Put a ball of roses over a door frame.

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This are pink roses. Though I’m not sure I’d recommend you hang them on a door frame. It’s not mistletoe.

58. Show your love by saying it in blocks.

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Each is in pink, red, and white. And yes, they’ve got a bunch of popular V-Day sayings.

59. Don’t forget to put a flower on top of a gift box.

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This one is a paper with heart-patterned petals. Hell, the petals are even shaped like hearts.

60. Sweeten your Valentine’s Day with this sweetheart wreath.

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This one is wrapped with fibrous string with pearls. consists of white and pink roses and a banner spelling out “SWEET.”

61. A heart panel should always contain a few flowers.

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This one has some flowers painted. While some are made out cloth. Also decorated with pearls and lace.

62. How about a heart wreath made of roses?

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Well, the roses are hear are fake. Yet, they’re in all various shades of pink.

63. Nobody can resist these love bugs.

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These are made from styrofoam balls with black pipe cleaner antennae and appendages. Some are ladybugs and bees.

64. Got some striped straws? Make a display like this.

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The paper straws have red and white stripes. Some have pink. And they all radiate a single red heart.

65. How about a heart with lights.

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The lights are all set on a pink panel. Wonder how you turn it off or on. So lovely.

66. Perhaps you might prefer some laced hearts.

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These are in all different designs. A couple contain buttons, too. So lovely.

67. A Valentine’s Day wreath should always shine.

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This one seems like it’s straight from a party store. Has a heart in the center and a heart bow on top.

68. Feel free to use the key to this heart box.

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The heart box is silver with glitter on top. The key is tied with it using a red ribbon.

69. Care for a hanging heart cushion?

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This one has a heart of flowers printed in the center. Wonder how that’s possible.

70. You can’t celebrate Valentine’s Day without these heart trees.

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Well, the hearts are paper and act like branches and leaves. One even has hearts and keys on them.

71. A stair bannister should always have a garland of hearts.

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Well, these have hearts hanging from it. Most of them are made from cloth. So pretty when it lights up.

72. A V-Day decomesh wreath like this will surely suit you fine.

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Has some heart decorations on the left side. Many in red and pink glitter.

73. Show your love with this panel.

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Says “LOVE” in black letters. “O” is a red heart with wire hearts inside.

74. How about a garden of conversation hearts?

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Well, the fence and hearts are made out of wood. Great for an elementary school classroom.

75. Might want to put some hearts on a clothes line.

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The hearts are made from felt. A simple craft project for almost anyone, including kids.

76. A shiny heart can always light.

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This heart is covered with gold and silver sequins And yes, the lights do shine bright.

77. You’ll find plenty of hearts in this jar.

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Well, the hearts are plush and on sticks. But will last longer on your table than a conventional bouquet.

78. A heart wreath of crocheted roses must delight.

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Most of these are in red and pink. Perfect to hang over a window. So pretty.

79. Care for a wreath of roses?

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Most of the roses on this wreath are felt. And they’re all in shades of red, pink, and white. So pretty.

80. A white rose wreath has some added simplicity.

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This one is in a heart shape and is a grapevine. Also matches the door behind it.

81. Grace your V-Day door with a wreath of pom poms.

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It’s heart-shaped with pom poms in shades of pink and purple. You can even see a bit of how these are made.

82. Make this V-Day festive with a pink tulle wreath.

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There’s leopard print flowers on top. While a fancy designed heart sits at the bottom.

83. A white decomesh heart wreath might suit you.

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Has some decorations on the left side. Features, red hearts, pink flowers, and bow with hearts.

84. A cupcake liner wreath will always impress.

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This one has a flower on the bottom. It’s made out of cupcake liners and felt. So pretty.

85. Impress your sweetheart with this large rose heart.

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Okay the flowers are fake. While a gold arrow shoots through it. Yet, it’s in 2 shades of pink.

86. 2 hearts always beat as one.

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This one has roses aside of 2 glitter hollow hearts. Makes a great centerpiece.

87. If you like sewing, you’ll love this wall hanging.

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Since it consists of pink sewing stuff. Though you’ll find pink flowers in the center.

88. Give hugs and kisses with these panels.

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These consists of wooden X’s and O’s. The O’s are hearts and are wrapped with cloth.

89. A small tree can use some hearts.

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This one has plenty of heart ornaments in felt. And yes, there’s a large red heart on top. So pretty.

90. Care for a striped wooden heart?

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This one is white with pink stripes. Also contains a burlap bow.

91. Adorn yourself with some small crocheted flowers.

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These are red, pink, and purple roses. And I’m not sure if they’re used as a hairclip or pin.

92. This heart is quite stringy.

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Since it’s made from string on a red board. And yes, there’s a heart in the center.

93. A berry wreath might suit you fine.

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Okay, the berries are fake. Though I love the burlap bow with the heart.

94. A pink decomesh V-Day wreath will always suit you nicely.

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This one has silver and pink decorations. Like the silver heart near the top.

95. How about a V-Day wreath with all the trimmings?

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This one has a sign that says, “LOVE.” Also consists of flowers and hearts.

96. Keep your little one warm with these V-Day leg warmers.

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These are made from sleeves. As you can see, they also depict hearts.

97. You can play tic-tac-toe on this pillow.

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The X’s and hearts are made from felt. Perfect for keeping the kids busy.

98. Ever wonder what’s in this box?

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Well, it’s a V-Day box with a digital lock. So you can’t easily open it.

99. You might sleep well with this dreamcatcher.

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This one is purple with a heart. Even has hearts near the feathers. So pretty.

100. Bring in the festivity with this shiny heart bauble wreath.

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This one has some shiny stuff on the left. While the baubles cluster together on e right. So pretty. Love it.