Does anyone else out there remember the year in grade school when you switched from having 4 or 5 parties each year in the classroom to only having 1 or 2? For me, that year was 4th grade. It REALLY stunk. My teacher was a very matter-of-fact lady and informed us that we were too old to need parties all the time and that it was time to be more practical with our time.
We were 9, y’all.
What I missed most of all that year was the Valentine’s Day party. I used to give EXTREMELY careful thought to which person in my class received which Valentine from me. Let’s face it, I didn’t have any grown up responsibilities, so I could spend hours contemplating whether or not I wanted to ask someone to “be mine.” I would do the same thing with the conversation hearts I would give away. The message on them had to be just right! For someone who likes getting certain things in life perfect, Valentine’s Day was a real treat. Ha!
Fortunately for me, I had teachers after fourth grade who paid no attention to the “no extra parties” rule the principal made and let us have little celebrations for most every holiday, even if they weren’t elaborate and didn’t require the homeroom parent to coordinate it.
Now it is time for Darah to get started with her Valentine’s Day cards for her classmates. Did you know that there is a great alternative to those cards that everyone buys at big box stores? You can get something much more personalized (and WAY cuter) through Shutterfly! Check out how adorable this is!
In addition to bigger cards that are perfect to send to close friends and family, Shutterfly also offers the smaller 4×5 cards, which is what we will be handing out to classmates. I like that Shutterfly has over 50 new styles from which to choose, so there is something perfect for everyone. You can choose from 6×8, 5×7, 4×8, 5×5 or 4×5 to ensure you get just the right look for the right audience.
Shutterfly really has thought of everything when it comes to special occasions and potential photo gifts. I just learned that they have iPhone cases (the one I have now that I purchased through a Groupon totally stinks…gotta get a new one soon). I could get one with my girls on it, or even compile those special moments into a personalized photo album as a keepsake. And if you haven’t seen their desktop plaques, those are a must-see. They are really affordable and have a very sleek, professional look. They are absolutely perfect for an office! I’m thinking of doing that as a Valentine’s Day gift for daddy from his girls.
Whether you are looking for unique cards for a classroom party or for something more personalized for a loved one, Shutterfly has got you covered this Valentine’s Day.
Win it!: One lucky Stuff Parents Need reader will win the following gifts from Shutterfly:
- 50 – 4×5 Stationery Cards
- 1 – 5.5×5.5 Desktop Plaque
I will be receiving the same items as listed in the giveaway as a thank you for my time. All thoughts and opinions expressed here are strictly my own.
Lily Kwan says
The keepsake box looks very nice!
trixx says
I like the Chevron Stripes iPhone case
Laurie Emerson says
I love the Collage of Love ceramic mug.
Amy H. says
I love the Necklace (http://www.shutterfly.com/photo-gifts/apparel-and-accessories/necklace?categoryCode=1076874)!
susan smoaks says
i like the photo fleece blanket
liz l says
I like the blankets
Lisa L says
The Reusable Shopping Bag is neat!
Veronica Garrett says
The 60 X 80 Fleece Photo Blanket is my favorite.
Teresa Thompson says
Bracelet
Julia Baxter says
I love the mugs!
Samantha says
I love the Photo Gallery Acrylic Block!
Charlene Shaver says
The Love Mug is my fave 🙂
AEKZ2 says
I like the Keepsake Box
Samorjj says
I love the ceramic Christmas ornaments.
Matt b says
I like the desk top plaques?
Sam Stamp says
I love the Desktop Plaque!
Danny Rubio says
Really all Shutterfly cards are great, awesome… I’ve been wanting to win this for my daughter to give out cards to her friends.
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Allison says
The classroom sizes
James Beck says
iphone cases
wendy rozema says
the photo coffee mugs!
Micaela P says
I love the iphone cases!
kathy pease says
I love the
Woven Photo Blankets
Paula Michele Hafner says
I like the 60×80 Fleece Photo Blanket.
Ani says
I love the photo puzzles.
Tanya Bartlett says
The photo coasters
mm says
I like the photo blanket
Desiree Dunbar says
I like the XOXO mug.
Deborah says
I love Shutterfly Photo Books!
Sara Wood says
I like the photo blanket
Misses Giveaways says
photo blanket
Wehaf says
I love the keepsake boxes.
Nina says
I love the playing cards!
Kristi Cartwright says
The iPhone case is definitely my favorite! 🙂
rebecca williams says
I like the fleece blankets
Gina H. says
Woven Photo Blanket
renee says
I just ordered a photo plate from Shutterfly, so I guess that’s one of my favorite gifts.
renee walters says
I like their photo blankets!
Lisa Ellis says
i love the canvas prints !
laura ari says
I love the large magnets
jessica edwards says
the fleece blankets
Rachel says
I love just about everything at shutterfly! I make projects ahead of time and save them in my account until there’s a good sale. Right now I’m looking forward to making cards for Valentines day. I’d love some cute magnets to add to my fridge in my new apartment, too 🙂
Jen S says
Do I have to pick just one favorite? I’ve been really happy with the quality of their puzzles and have a few magnets on our fridge. Would really like to add some more canvas prints to our wall.
Maria Kiguthi says
I like the Canvas Print.
Stephanie Larison says
The photo cube is so cute!
Susan says
I love their photo books.
Alexandra O. says
I like the 8×10 photo canvas
Kristi says
I love the iphone cases.
Tammy says
I love the iPhone cases.
@winningteacher says
Every year I order the photo calendar… the best gift!
Ben Hansen says
The photo block or the blanket
Dana Jones says
Photo mug
Katie L says
I like the photo mug
Paol Trenny says
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liam says
I am very fond of the photobooks, have gotten a lot of great ones in the past 5 years
Melissa Wales says
Love the cards! Have used shutterfly for all birthday and Christmas cards since 2007!
sara says
I really love the iphone case.
brooke t says
Chevron Stripes
iPhone Case
kim burnett says
love the desk top plaques
Tamar says
I like the photo cube.
Lupe says
i love the desk top plaques! 🙂
Lucynthia Edmonson says
I love the desk top plaques!
Alanna says
I like the desk organizer. Cute idea!
erin, maker of chimes says
The notebooks and keepsake boxes.
Sunnie says
Id really like the canvases
Debbie Clauer says
My fav is the photo fleece blanket.
debbie jackson says
the canvas prints debbie jackson
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Liberty Boblett says
My favorite is the personalized fleece blankets! I made a Shutterfly mug for my Dad for Christmas. It turned out great, and he loves it! 🙂
Sue Hull says
I pretty much love all the photo things at Shutterfly. I’d like to get the Canvas Tote and the Fleece Photo Blanket. This photo valentine’s would be perfect for my 2 neices.Thank you for the cute giveaway! 🙂
susan says
The canvas prints are a favorite.
Gina S says
The photo books are great, and you can print multiple copies for each set of grandparents.
Cory says
I like the notepads.
Yolanda says
Fleece Photo Blankets
ColleenMarie82 says
I like the fleece photo blanket
Jennifer Young says
I love the Hope Love Family
15oz Ceramic Mug
ReggieMann says
My favorite is the Acrylic Photo Block