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It’s Valentine’s season again. You are disheartened, lonely and dreading the PDA you are sure to see in the hallways. Lucky for you, there is Galentine’s Day, a holiday celebrating close-knit female friendships instead of those boring romantic relationships your friends are in. This novel holiday turned Feb. 14 from dreary and depressing to cheery and exciting for those without significant others. There are hundreds of ways you can spend this day of friendship, but I’m giving you the top ten most fun Galentine’s Day activities that are sure to warm your heart.
#1: Jellycat exchange: Whether it’s a fluffy bunny or an adorable peanut, Jellycats, a popular stuffed animal brand, undoubtedly bring the fun. Similar to the game Secret Santa, have your party members secretly pick someone to buy a Jellycat present for. When the time is right, exchange your brand new Jellycats and soak in the cuteness!
#2: (Sparkling) Wine and Dine: One of the most traditional and romantic parts of Valentine’s Day is a candle-lit dinner shared between partners. If this concept is foreign to you, transform it into a fun dinner party with friends! Either go out to eat, have a potluck or cater food to have an Insta-worthy Galentine’s dinner.
#3: Rom-Com marathon: “10 Things I Hate About You,” “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before,” “The Notebook” and “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” are some of this generation’s favorite romantic comedies. On your Galentine’s party night, get in your pj’s, do your skincare routine and settle down with friends to watch movies that we all wish we were living. Warning: this activity may cause side effects of self-loathing, uncontrollable crying or the development of a new celebrity crush.
#4: Charm bracelet making: Charm bracelets have been a staple of female friendships since the dawn of time. Whether you made them with string, Rainbow Looms or beads as a kid, bring that feeling back with a fun craft that will leave you with an adorable new piece of jewelry.
#5: Paint tote bags: There’s a significant chance that you have lip balm, keys, your phone or your wallet on you right now. To help a girl out, tote bags with a little paint and some love at your party can carry your belongings in style.
#6: Homemade heart shaped pizza: One delicious way to celebrate Galentine’s Day is by making your own heart shaped pizza. Get pizza dough, sauce and all the toppings you desire from your local grocery store to enjoy a comfort food that loves you back! (Feel free to use this method for other heart shaped foods as well!)
#7: Make your own bouquet: Who needs gifted flowers to feel loved? Not you! At your Galentine’s party, organize a self-serve bouquet bar where you can build a flower arrangement just as beautiful as you. Like Miley Cyrus said in her hit song, “Flowers,” “I can love me better than you can!”
#8: Cake decorating: A great way to celebrate Galentine’s is by decorating cakes with friends. If you have enough time, you can even bake the cakes yourself! Whether it’s an extravagant triple tiered cake or simple cupcakes, you are sure to have a delightful time putting together a treat that’s almost as sweet as you.
#9: Scrapbook: Scrapbooking, though it sounds elderly, is a relaxing and fun way to spend your Galentines. This craft can be as aesthetic as you make it, with photos, drawings and scraps to create a 3D version of your Pinterest board. Keep your best memories in one place and show your creative side some love by scrapbooking.
#10: Photo Booth: Last but not least, a classic way to spend time with friends is by taking photos in your very own photo booth. Set up streamers, balloons and other decorations to make a backdrop worthy of your beauty and pose the night away!
