Love at First Card: Slay Valentine's Day Card Writing! 💌

Valentine’s Day is coming (it might even already be here depending on when you are reading this). Such a cute holiday, love everywhere, getting sentimental - you can love it or hate it, absolutely no judging. But, whether you’re a Valentine’s Day lover through and through or get a violent urge to say “shut up” every time someone mentions it, cards are the centerpiece of the season. There is no fighting it, whatever you do, regardless of how many time you call it a commercial invention and pure product of capitalism, your partner will expect a card, it’s just how it is. To make it as smooth as it can be, we’ve created a Valentine's Day writing step-by-step guide and collected all the little tips - success is inevitable!

Steps & tips to Awaken Your Inner Jane Austen 📝

Four Steps to Write Your Valentines Like a Pro 💌

1. Choose the theme: there is nothing better than having a common thread when you’re writing a card - and that also goes for birthday cards, Christmas cards; any type of card really! Whether you want to go full on velvety red, opting for the sparkles, or choosing a fun colorful vibe, it is crucial to know exactly what you want to go for to guarantee a homogenous (we’re all for the aesthetic) result!

2. Pick the perfect design: this is where we (aka your all time best friend for all those special occasions) come in. We have the best collection of original, customizable, funny, and pretty designs for you to choose from this Valentine’s Day! We have something for every vibe and everyone, so you’re guaranteed to find your card soulmate. And for all of you leaving it to the last moment, our cards are ready for pickup in same day at your local Walgreens!

3. Team creativity: it is always a good idea to be original and creative when crafting for someone you love! You could add some cute little doodles if you’re feeling artsy, spray your card with a bit of perfume, or print some pics of the favorite memories you share with your partner to slip in the enveloppe - use your imagination for a personal result!

4. Get in touch with your emotions and let it all out: if there is a moment where it is mandatory to bring out the emotional paraphernalia, it is Valentine’s Day! Don’t be afraid of the cheesiness, tell them you love them, and reminisce about everything you’ve shared!

Additional Tips to Slay the Valentines Game 💞

• Keep it authentic: there is no point in using big words or being overly romantic if that’s not who you are - staying true to yourself is the way for your card to hit the right spot.
• Make a draft: you don’t want to ruin your pretty card with a crossed-out word or some white-out! Write down your text beforehand to make sure the card doesn’t end up in the trash!
• Don’t leave it to the last minute: you know that Picta can easily have your card ready for pickup same day at your local Walgreens, but mistakes are made when creativity is rushed - so anticipate if you don’t want to write a boring message full of typos!
• Go for the inside jokes: whether you’ve been with the love of your life for 3 months or 10 years, you probably share a lot that only you guys can understand, so use it!
• Practice your handwriting: pretty calligraphy is not natural for everyone, so if you don’t want your card to look like it’s been written by a third-grader, practice!
• Add a quote or lyrics: it can be a romantic and fun little twist for your card if you’re scared of it being too boring.
• Keep it concise: leave Proust out of this! You don’t need to write endless and complicated sentence to profess your love - be straight to the point and be yourself!