Searching for things to buy to make this Valentine's Day a good one? Seeing as 2021 will be the year we spend this day inside, it seems this topic is on many people's minds – including ours! – and whether you are in a relationship or single, it's hard to ignore the 14th February. So, here's how to make the best out of a bad situation and enjoy yourself at home. Even if you are sad that you can't go out for dinner, or to the cinema, or to your favourite bar – here's how to bring it all home...
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1. Cook up a storm with some Valentine's-themed cookware
Le Creuset Cast Iron Heart Casserole | £169 at John Lewis & Partners
We're big lovers of anything Le Creuset, so much so that our kitchen is bursting with the Volcanic Orange collection. For Valentine's Day, why not buy a special casserole dish for a hearty meal? You'll use it year-round and it's so cute for when you (are allowed to) have guests over! Love! View Deal
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2. Set up your own home cinema just like this Instagrammer has!
APEMAN Mini Video projector | £79.99 at Amazon
Tried, tested and loved by us, this wireless projector is a total bargain. As you can see from Kelly's (@kellyprincewright) setup above, you just need to add some fairy lights to the mix for an oh-so Instagrammable evening. Gives another meaning to date night at home, eh?
Connect this projector to a smartphone, tablet or laptop and plug it into a power source to use. It's lightweight, has speakers built-in – though you might want to connect it to your own. We use it with an to watch Netflix, Disney Plus and more. Just face it towards a plain white wall and you're set.View Deal
3. Set the mood with this neon love light
Love Neon Wall Light | £69.99 at Lights4Fun
Who says this cute neon wall light is just for Valentine's Day? We think it would look lovely squeezed onto a gallery wall, around photos of you and your favourite people. View Deal
4. Buy some dried flowers from Bloom & Wild to bring the outside in
The Jo | £42 at Bloom & Wild
You heard it from us first: dried flowers are going to be so in this year. Why? They can't die, they look nice and they're much better for the purse strings. These ones from Bloom & Wild are especially beautiful – use them to decorate your home and bring the outside in, or to go on your Valentine's Day table...View Deal
5. Treat yourself to a cocktail making kit and get busy in the kitchen (with your other half, of course)
Grey Goose Espresso Martini Cocktail Kit | £39.99 at Amazon
This Espresso Martini kit comes complete with Grey Goose vodka, Patron XO Café and cold brew coffee. Oh, and a Grey Goose Martini glass! Not only does it make this caffeine-fuelled cocktail easy to make, but it's also a great at-home date night idea. Especially if you used to spend date night at your favourite local bar. All you need is some coffee beans and a pinch of salt for garnish. We've tried it ourselves and we obviously loved it.
