Big Bows & Besties: Hosting the Cutest Galentine’s Party Ever

Big Bows & Besties: Hosting the Cutest Galentine’s Party Ever. Five easy DIY decor projects to create a festive Valentine’s Day Galentine’s party.

I partnered with Hobby Lobby to create this festive party! All ideas are my own.

Why Valentine’s Day Has Totally Grown on Me

Over the past 18 years of blogging, I’ve come to really look forward to Valentine’s Day. I love taking down the holiday decor and filling my home with happy pops of pink and red—it instantly feels joyful and fun. Over the years, I’ve hosted quite a few Galentine’s Day parties, and they’ve always been some of my favorites. It’s such a sweet way to gather your family and girlfriends together and celebrate friendship.

A Quick (and Sweet) Valentine’s Day History

Valentine’s Day is celebrated every year on February 14 and dates all the way back to ancient Rome. Over time, it evolved into a day centered around love and connection. These days, it’s not just about romance—it’s also about celebrating friendships, which is exactly why Galentine’s Day has my heart. In case you’re wondering, Galentine’s Day is usually celebrated the day before Valentine’s Day, February 13th.

Galentine’s Day, But Make It Bows & Conversation Hearts

This year, I wanted to create a Galentine’s party filled with big bows, conversation heart decor, and easy DIY crafts. I broke everything into simple projects that are fun, affordable, and easy to recreate!

One Easy Trip to Hobby Lobby

I headed to Hobby Lobby, where their Valentine’s Department is on sale, and found everything I needed. From ribbon and felt to party plates and decor, Hobby Lobby makes it so easy to throw a party with one stop. I’ve linked all of the party supplies at the end of this post for easy shopping!!

How to Make a Giant Bow (for less than $3)

This oversized bow is such a showstopper and surprisingly easy to make.

Steps:

1. Use a roll of plastic table cover material (found in Hobby Loby’s party decor section).
2. Tie a large bow, making each loop about 4 feet wide.
3. Wrap extra material tightly around the center to create a thick bow middle.
4. Secure the top of the bow with a hot glue gun.
5. Roll out about 20 feet of table cover material for the tails.
6. Cut the material in half so you have two tails.
7. Tie a knot at the top of each tail to create a gathered look.
8. Use duct tape to hang the bow over a large window—hang the bow first, then tape the tails underneath.

Tip: This giant bow is perfect to hang outside over your front door too! The plastic material makes it very durable. I plan on making another one out of the same roll of material for my front porch too!

DIY Felt Conversation Hearts

These felt hearts are adorable, reusable, and so fun to customize.

Steps:

1. Use pre-cut felt sheets (each sheet makes two hearts).
2. Cut one heart and use it as a template for the rest.
3. Cut out all of the hearts so they’re the same size.
4. Add extra-large adhesive alphabet letters (I used red and white).
5. Create cute texting abbreviations and playful sayings.
6. Use just one set of each alphabet color and plan words around the letters you have.
7. Create a small loop of duct tape on the back of each heart.
8. Stick the hearts around a window, leading up to the giant bow.
9. Add a few hearts around mirrors or near the food buffet.

Tip: The felt makes attaching the adhesive letters a little tricky. To make sure the stay on, I recommend using a small line of hot glue under each letter to make sure the letters stay on and you can use them year after year.

DIY Craft Paper Table Runner

This runner adds the perfect playful touch to the table.

Steps:

1. Roll out craft paper long enough to cover your table.
2. Cut the paper to drape over the sides of your table.
3. Use a white oil-based Sharpie marker.
4. Freehand “XOXO” across the runner, alternating letters.

Tip: Go over each XOXO a few times so the white really pops.

Candle Bow Centerpiece

This centerpiece is whimsical, layered, and full of Valentine charm.

Steps:

1. Layer heart-shaped doilies from the Valentine’s section down the center of the table.
2. Place candlesticks on top of the doilies.
3. Choose ribbons in red, pink, and white in varying widths.
4. Tie large, loopy bows around each candle.
5. Use lots of ribbon to keep it playful and dramatic.

Tip: I used battery-operated candle sticks, but you can also use regular candle sticks.

Ribbon Bow Chandelier Decor

This ties the whole room together beautifully.

Steps:

1. Use the same ribbon from the candle centerpiece.
2. Loop ribbon around the chandelier arms.
3. Tie bows in different sizes, colors, and lengths.
4. Keep it loose and uneven for a whimsical look.

Styling the Food Buffet

The Valentine’s department has the cutest party details.

Steps:

1. Use Valentine’s paper plates for easy clean up – Hobby has a few different options to choose from in their Valentine’s Department.
2. Add matching napkins.
3. Use wooden heart food picks in red or pink.
4. Mix and match items for a fun, festive display.

Why I Love Hosting with Hobby Lobby

Hobby Lobby makes hosting so easy because they truly have everything—from paper plates to ceramic dishes, ribbon, table runners, cupcake liners, and more. Their Valentine’s Day Department is packed with adorable finds that make throwing a party fun and stress-free.

Shop This Galentine’s Day Party Post!

Here are the Hobby Lobby items I used to create this festive Galentine’s Day Party!

• Roll of Pink Plastic Table Covering
• Felt Sheets
• Giant Adhesive Letters
• Ribbon (found in the fabric section)
• Kraft Paper Roll
• Large and Small Heart Doilies
• Red Velvet Bow Garland (I cut the bows apart for the centerpiece)
• Felt Mini Envelopes (I scattered these around the centerpiece)
• Oil-Based White Paint Pen
• Giant Velvet Bow Garlands (I used both the pink and red ones)
• Valentine’s Day Bow Plates
• Valentine’s Day Bow Napkins
• Heart Straws
• Pink and Red Heart Food Skewers

A Sweet Ending

I’m so happy with how my Galentine’s Party decor turned out, and I can’t wait to celebrate with my girlfriends and kids on February 13th. Head over to Hobby Lobby and grab these supplies so you can throw your own Galentine’s party filled with bows, hearts, and besties. Or recreate this party idea for Valentine’s Day too!

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More Galentine’s Party Ideas

Here are a few more DIY Galentine party ideas!

• Galentine’s Day Bestie Brunch
• Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Ideas
• DIY Galentine’s Day Printables
• Molten Lava Cakes

Be sure to follow me on Instagram at @tatertotsandjello where I have shared the videos to these DIY Galentine’s Day crafts 🙂

Have a Creative Day!

xoxo