People Are Decorating Valentine’s Day Trees Right Now, and We Love It
Updated: Jan. 29, 2021
You can absolutely decorate a pink Christmas tree for Valentine's Day.
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One of the reasons we adore Christmas so much is all the fun we have decorating. From the lights to the tinsel to the ornaments and the stockings, you can make the winter holidays exactly how you wish. It’s all about creating a home that reflects a cozy atmosphere. So why not take all that inventive spirit and channel it into, oh, I don’t know…Valentine’s Day?
We decorated orange trees for Halloween, but now’s the time to create a bright pink Valentine’s Day tree to officially commemorate the holiday of love and affection.
Where Can I Get a Pink Tree?
A good place to start would be Amazon. They’ve got a 5-foot “Pretty in Pink” artificial tree, complete with a stand. There are 6-foot pink trees and 7-foot pink trees available as well. You know, in case you want a pretty pink tree all the way to your ceiling.
Honestly, I’d be a big fan of that myself!
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The 6-foot trees go for around $240 each, but think of it as an investment for future holidays. After you spend one year decorating and realize how much you love having a Valentine’s Day Christmas tree, your future self will thank you.
How Can I Decorate My Pink Tree?
There’s no reason to say you can’t decorate it like you would your Christmas tree. Add red, white and purple ornaments. Throw some tinsel or glittery garland all around! Try ribbons and hearts and maybe even some hanging chocolates. A tree is the perfect place to display your Valentine’s Day cards as well—wouldn’t that be just too cute? Even adding some pictures of your loved ones would be a wonderful touch. By the way, these Valentine’s Day pastries are adorable, too.
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While you’re reveling in your beautiful accomplishment, be sure to grab some hot cocoa bombs for you and your +1. Don’t forget the Valentine’s Day gifts and dinner for the occasion!
Valentine’s Day Cookie Recipes We Adore
Be-Mine Sandwich CookiesThese simple cookies are the first thing to disappear from dessert tables. They're cute, colorful and extremely fast to make.
—Darcie Cross, Novi, Michigan
Truffle-Filled Cookie TartsI made chocolate truffles as a holiday tradition for many years. I created this recipe to incorporate my truffles into the center of fudgy cookies. It was a hit with friends and family.—Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania
Peanut Butter Cutout CookiesI used peanut butter in place of the butter in my take on a traditional cutout cookie, which turned out super nutty and soft. My children love to decorate the cookie for Valentine's Day with frosting, sprinkles and some creativity. —Cindi Bauer, Marshfield, Wisconsin
Marbled Meringue HeartsPretty pastel cookies are a fun way to brighten Valentine's Day or any special occasion. Replace the vanilla with a different extract for a change of flavor. —Laurie Herr, Westford, Vermont
Shortbread HeartsThese flaky cookies melt in your mouth. Dipped in chocolate, they look festive for Valentine's Day. —Barbara Birk, St. George, Utah
Berry-Cream Cookie SnapsMy mom and I made up this recipe by combining two others. These cute cookies are crispy on the outside and light and fluffy inside. You could also bake the cookies flat and serve the filling as a cookie dip if you like. —Crystal Briddick, Colfax, Illinois
Raspberry Coconut BallsMy family loves Hostess Zingers, especially the raspberry flavor coated with coconut, inspiring this treat to make for school bake sales. We can make about four dozen in 30 minutes, and they sell out fast! —Pam Clark, Wheaton, Illinois
Peppermint Cream Sandwich CookiesMy mother and I made these crisp chocolate peppermint sandwich cookies together. They are a perfect addition to any Valentine's Day party. —Donna Williamson, Round Rock, Texas
Chocolate-Dipped Cranberry CookiesThese pretty pink cookies always turn out so tender. They are the hit of my holiday! —Barbara Nowakowski, North Tonawanda, New York
Mexican Chocolate Walnut-Cherry BiscottiI love to combine flavors and spices from different cultures. These cookies have ground cinnamon in them, which is a classic flavor in Mexican chocolate. They are very crunchy and are loaded with maraschino cherries and toasted walnuts. —Nancy C. Evans, Phoenix, Arizona
Cherry Pinwheel CookiesA crisp, light textured cookie with a mild cherry flavor will add great color to your holiday cookie tray.—Jenn Reagan, Maple Valley, Washington
Glazed Strawberry CookiesI learned to bake with my grandmother and mother. I knew I was giving them a sweet new family tradition when I shared this recipe with them. —Andrea Zulauf, Livonia, New York
Cherry Chocolate Nut CookiesEach Christmas, I make about 600 cookies to share with family and friends. The holidays wouldn't be the same without several batches of these colorful goodies. —Sybil Brown, Highland, California
Double-Dipped Shortbread CookiesMy mom and her friend did a lot of cookie swaps together. They were always finding new recipes to share, including this one. There's something about a dipped cookie that makes it seem so special, so we usually save these for the holidays. —Ginger King, Big Bear Lake, California
Dipped Cherry CookiesOur seven children and four grandkids voted this festive, flavorful Valentine's Day cookie a “keeper.” We gave a batch to our mail carrier, in thanks for trudging through so much snow, and she asked for the recipe. —Ruth Anne Dale, Titusville, Pennsylvania
Originally Published: January 27, 2021
