Valentine's Day 2025: DIY Paper Flowers to Perfumes, 4 Surprises for Your Loved Ones

One fascinating story traces back to ancient Greek mythology. The word ‘rose’ can be rearranged to spell ‘Eros,’ the Greek god of love.

But roses aren’t just for lovers, they’re for everyone. Each colour carries its own special meaning. While the classic red rose represents love and passion, a white rose stands for purity and unity, a yellow rose symbolises friendship and joy, and a pink rose embodies grace and elegance.

So, whether you’re celebrating a partner, a friend, or a family member, Rose Day is the perfect time to share a rose and spread a little love.

Rose Day 2025 DIY Ideas

Here are four DIY rose projects for Rose Day 2025.

DIY Paper Roses

You'll need: Coloured paper (preferably in rose shades), scissors, glue, a pencil, and a thin wooden stick for curling.

• Draw and cut a spiral circle about 6 inches in diameter, making the outer edge wavy to represent petals. The spiral should gradually become wider from the center outward, with about 1.5 inches at the widest point.
• Starting from the outer edge, slowly roll the spiral inward around the center. Keep the bottom edges aligned as you roll. The wavy outer edge will naturally form the ruffled appearance of rose petals.
• Before reaching the end, add a small dot of glue to the final round piece (the centre). Hold it for about 30 seconds until the glue sets.
• Pull the outer layers outward and downward to create a more natural, blooming appearance. Use the wooden stick to curl the edges of individual petals slightly outward.
• Cut small green leaves from paper and attach them to the base of your rose for a finishing touch.

DIY Rose Perfume

You'll need: fresh rose petals (the more fragrant, the better), distilled water, vodka (as a preservative), and dark glass bottles for storage.

• Gather fresh rose petals early in the morning when their oils are most concentrated. Gently wash them and pat dry. Remove any discoloured areas.
• Fill a glass jar halfway with rose petals, then cover them completely with distilled water. Add 2-3 tablespoons of vodka per cup of water used.
• Seal the jar tightly and place it in a sunny window. Shake the jar gently once daily.
• After two weeks, strain the liquid through a fine cloth. To intensify the scent, repeat the process with fresh petals in the same liquid.
• Transfer your perfume to dark glass bottles. Store in a cool, dark place. The fragrance will continue to develop over the next few weeks.

Rose Petal Bath Salts

Combine Epsom salts with dried rose petals, a few drops of rose essential oil, and pink Himalayan salt. Mix thoroughly and store in an airtight jar. This creates a luxurious, aromatic bath experience that can help relieve stress while nourishing your skin with natural minerals.

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Rose Petal Ice Cubes

These make elegant additions to beverages and can be prepared in advance. Place organic rose petals in ice cube trays, fill with filtered water, and freeze. For best results, use a two-step freezing process: freeze halfway, add the petals, then top off with water and freeze completely. These decorative ice cubes are perfect for special occasions and add a romantic touch to any drink.

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Valentine's Day 2025: February is the month of love when we celebrate romance and create unforgettable memories. So, if you're looking for the complete Valentine's day week list, perfect gifts, decoration and unique date ideas, heartfelt wishes and quotes, or special recipes to surprise your partner, please visit HerZindagi Valentine's Day page.

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