# Romantic Homemade Votives The DIY Upcycled Valentine's Day Table Decor Piece is Basic By Jordy E | Published 2013-02-15 | Special Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-day-table-decor References: [apartmenttherapy](http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/diy-idea-valentines-day-table-decor-creature-comforts-184041) & [apartmenttherapy](http://www.apartmenttherapy.com) Apartment Therapy's DIY Upcycled [Valentine's Day Table Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-galentines-dinner-edit) post has been released by way of the interior design website. The entry is specifically targeted towards those who plan on staying home during the holiday. This rustic model is excellent for anyone wishing to make something from scratch for their loved ones. Best of all is the simplicity of the [centerpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-tablescape-kits) as they are made from basic materials. To produce this DIY Table Decor piece, all one needs is a gun gun, strips of leather or ribbon and a tin or glass jar. A simple application of the hot glue to the containers is essentially all that is required. [Pink, red and lilac-hued bouquets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woolworths-fresh-bouquet) provide the final touch. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Special](https://www.trendhunter.com/special) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Upcycling Home Decor:** The DIY Homemade Votives trend demonstrates an opportunity for upcycled home decor products using basic materials. - **DIY Valentine's Day Gifts:** The popularity of DIY Valentine's Day gifts shows a trend towards personalized and thoughtful presents. - **Rustic and Minimalist Design:** The trend towards using simple materials and minimalist design can be capitalized on with DIY projects like Homemade Votives. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Craft and Hobby Stores:** The DIY trend points to an opportunity for craft and hobby stores to offer workshops or kits for making homemade votives and other home decor items. - **E-commerce Home Decor Retailers:** E-commerce home decor retailers like Etsy can capitalize on the trend by offering upcycled and personalized home decor items for Valentine's Day and other occasions. - **Interior Design Services:** Interior design services can create custom DIY projects like Homemade Votives as a value-added service for clients looking for personalized home decor. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Romantic Perfumery Candle Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diptyque-valentines-day.md) - [Chic Celebratory Candle Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diptyque-simple-objects.md) - [Valentine's Day-Themed Drinkware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-daythemed2.md) - [Love-Inspired Date Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/date-night-in-valentines-day-set.md) - [Harmonious Romance Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diptyque-valentines-day-2025-collection.md) - [Romance-Inspired Candle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/romanceinspired-candle.md) - [Sparkly Gift Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glitter-n-gold-valentines-day-set.md) - [Romantic Candle Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-collection.md) - [Exclusive Handmade Gift Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ladies-you-love-valentines-day-set.md)