Why do we send Valentine's Day Cards?

Valentine's Day is a special day when we express our love and affection to our romantic partner, family, friends or someone we admire from afar. Valentine's Day Cards are often sent anonymously, giving the recipient the excitement of wondering who the sender may be. The tradition of sending cards to loved ones on Valentine's Day goes back hundreds of years and the very first cards were handmade and designed with a special valentine in mind.

Printed Happy Valentine's Day Cards

Today a wide variety of printed Valentine's Day cards are available from retailers, from romantic and humorous to cheeky. When choosing a special card for a loved one, consider the message and whether it reflects how you feel about them. A popular message is ‘be my valentine' for a romantic lover, while ‘love and hugs' might be more appropriate for a friend or family member.

Valentine's Day Cards Handmade

Why not make your own card? Show your valentine how much you love and appreciate them by creating a unique card just for them. Theme your card around something that reflects your relationship, for example you could use photos from a romantic holiday, or spray with perfume. Incorporate items which are symbolic of love and romance such as flowers, hearts, or cupid and write a message from your heart.

Customised and Printed Valentine's Day Cards

If you don't feel up to making your own card from scratch, have a look online for sites where you can create a Valentine's Day card for printing. A variety of styles is available, with helpful suggestions about what to include on your card. One idea is to upload a favourite photo of you and your valentine, or select from a range of images that convey your message.

Next, write your own happy Valentine's Day message and tell your lover how you feel about them. Once complete, you will need to pay a small fee and the card will be professionally printed and mailed to you. If you're going to create your own customised card online, make sure you allow enough time for posting.

Sending Valentine's Day Cards Online

Today it is easier than ever to send your love a happy Valentine's Day message. There are many online sites providing user friendly access to Valentine's Day ecards. Have a good look around as there are thousands of ecards to choose from; some with animations, music or personal photos. Once you have chosen the best card, the rest is simple. Follow the steps to write a special Valentine's Day message and enter your own and the recipient's email addresses. Your love will receive an email with a hyperlink to your individual Valentine's Day card instantly.

Visit Roses Only today to send your loved one a very special Valentine's Day card and gift. A single red rose or beautiful arrangement of flowers will delight, or send your valentine a gift box or hamper with wine and chocolates.