How To Make This Year's Valentine's Day Card Your Best One Ever! - Stylehive

Crane & Co. knows what Valentine's Day is all about. Founded in 1801, more expressions of love have been penned on Crane paper than any other! And that expression is nowhere better illuminated than with your own handwriting. So this Valentine's Day, Crane is offering Stylehivers a series of tips to help you write from the heart.

Tip #1. Writing equals thinking. Your handwriting, however hieroglyphic, should not hold you back. It is more personal than any fancy font you can find on your computer. And, says graphologist Barbara Harding, because you take your time with handwriting, the results are more thoughtful.

Tip #2. Small is beautiful. A few well-chosen words can be just as effective as an epic effort. In fact, leaving certain details to the imagination can make your letter more intriguing.

Tip #3. Write what you dream about. Go with what you know. Recall the first time you met, or an experience you shared recently that was particularly special. Be witty, be romantic or be passionate€”but above all, be yourself.

Tip #4. Borrow brilliance. Still stuck? Incorporate a quote from your favorite book, song, or movie€”and better yet, one that you and your significant other have shared in the past.

Tip #5. Unplug your love. If you are tempted to send an e-card to your loved one, pause for a moment and consider which will have the greatest impact on your relationship. A handwritten letter is something to cherish. And the paper you choose elevates the experience. Combine these elements and you're creating a memory that can be saved and savored for years to come.

Go check out Crane & Co. now for some great V-Day paper to pour your heart out on!