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The Best Valentine's Day Cards for Every Kind of Valentine!

 

 
From punny to precious and every sentimental little subject in between, check out this round-up of independent, illustrated Valentine’s, Palentines and Galentines Cards for your loved ones near and far this year!

Line-work style illustrated floral valentine's cards

The history of Valentine’s Day is a bit of a mystery. Some credit it's creation to the story of St Valentine - a figure who could have been one of at least 3 saints recognised by the Catholic church - whilst others attribute it to the ancient Pagan fertility festival of Lupercalia. Whatever the origin may be, the tradition of sending Valentine’s cards didn’t appear until much later, after the sending of Valentine’s Greetings began to appear in the 1400s, and became popularised in the UK around the 17th century. 


These days, though less of a solemn or spiritual celebration, Valentine’s Day is still the perfect way to show someone you love a bit of extra appreciation - whether it’s typical Valentine’s Cards for your beau, or even the more recent trend for Galentine’s and Palentine’s treats! If you’re looking for a unique Valentine’s Day card with a bit of Illustrated flair - check out my round-up of love-filled greetings for every kind of Valentine. 

Pink Gingham Valentines Card - For The Cottagecore Lover

Gingham valentine's day cards
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Pink - check. Gingham - check. Florals - check. This nostalgic, homestead inspired Valentines card is perfect for the floaty, floral gingham lovers in your life. Comes with a dainty splash of gold foil on the lettering for an extra bit of feminine sparkle.


If People Were Flowers Card - For The Loveliest Person In Your Life

If People Were Flowers Card

 

A playful little pun for whoever needs a little pick me up this season of love: Your partner, your bff, your new internet-friend, or even your mum! Show them your appreciation with this illustrated floral card.


Can’t Wait To Squeeze You Card - For Long-Distance Loves

Can't Wait to Squeeze You Card

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Far away friendships, long-distance lovers, or anyone you are desperate to squeeze soon will appreciate this pretty, lemon-y valentine! This playful card features a cluster of pretty, illustrated lemons and a dash of glamorous gold foil for the perfect fruit-themed pun! 


Love You More Rainbow Card - For the Honeymoon-Phase-ers

Love You More Valentine's Card

 

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No you hang up! For those romantics still in the “love you” - “love you more!” -phase of relationships, this delicate rainbow card is a gorgeous way to say happy Valentine’s Day, with hand drawn typography and a delicate embossed finish. 


Love You Beautiful Valentine’s Card - For Vintage Lovers

Love You Beautiful

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Inspired by antique postcards and greetings, this delicate, floral Valentine has that classic, old-school romance feel, and is sure to touch their hearts this season of love! One to keep tucked into your mirror for future reminders, for sure.


MISS YOU! Card - For Far-Away Friendships

Miss You Rainbow Card

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This pretty little hand drawn typography card shouts it plain and simple, in pastel rainbow hues that are playful, yet tasteful. Say I miss you to your long-lost galentines, or long distance relationships, sometime’s there’s nothing better than a reminder that someone is thinking of you.


Best Bae Sunglasses Card - For Your Best Bae!

sunglasses best bae card

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For that friend that gives you heart eyes! Send this lovely illustrated card to your summer sunbathing, partying and movie watching BFF, to remind them how much you appreciate them this Galentines! What’s Galentines you ask? I’ll let Leslie Knope explain. 



Really Love You Calligraphy Card - An Oldie but a Goodie 

Dalmatian Spot Valentines Card

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This brush lettered little Valentine’s card has stood the test of time, and was one of my very first Valentines designs, but orders still come in thick and fast for it every year! The cute dalmatian pattern and pink heart design is guaranteed to make them smile this Valentine’s Day


Never “Leaf” Me Card - For the Plant (& pun!) Lover!

Never Leaf Me Card

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Ever a fan of the pun, this leaf-licious valentine’s card is perfect for your green-thumbed valentine, and comes with a matching leaf-covered envelope. The ideal companion to plant-themed valentines gifts, or for for anyone who loves a pun!


To the Moon & Back Postcard - For Astrology Loving Valentines!

Moon & Back Postcard

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A sparkly, shimmery twist on the classic phrase “love you to the moon and back” this gold foil and deep navy beauty is the perfect twinkly valentines for starry-eyed lovers. Created from my original painted design, it also comes as a matching Print



Forever & Ever Floral Greetings Card - For Sentimental Valentines

linework floral forever and ever card

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For the warm-hearted softies that believe in the power of love! Tell them you’ll love them forever (and ever!) with this simple and sweet greeting, surrounded by delicate linework flowers. Also makes an ideal anniversary card for your beautiful beau!



Now that you’ve found the perfect one, all that’s left is deciding what to write in your Valentine’s card! In the meantime, why not browse my selection of unique Valentines Gifts (oh, and pick up some pretty, Illustrated Wrapping Paper whilst you’re there too!) or make some cosy Valentine plans? We may not be in lockdown anymore, but staying home and snuggling always seemed the better option on a chilly February afternoon anyway! Why not try these stay-at-home Valentine’s ideas from last year, 

Need More Inspiration? Shop all Illustrated Valentine’s Cards here!

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