Top tip: If you're sending a package within Europe there are very few restrictions you need to worry about and you don't need to fill in a customs form.
What I included
Belgium is the home of great chocolate so I didn't especially want to send any, but when I saw this adorable mini box of chocolates I know my sister loves, I had to include it.I had a little look for fun printables on Pinterest and found some Harry Potter themed Valentines, both my sister and I are big fans so I knew she'd like those.
Otherwise I generally looked around for red/pink/love themed things to send. There are a lot more items I would have liked to include but I've been on bed rest a lot recently so shopping hasn't been easy.
Thanks to making an early start on my projects I was still able to include some handmade items. I made my sister a card, and used a die cutting machine to make a little decoration and some fun photo props.
My husband modelling the photo props |
Decoration
I bought some heart sequins and intended to use pretty tissue paper inside, but I forgot all about it- brain fog! I did use some cute washi tape and a printable label to decorate the outside of the package though, Everyone loves to receive mail, even better when it's all pretty!Other ideas
You could also send...a bath bomb - jewellery - cute stationery (stickers, notebooks, etc) - a DVD- hot drink sachets - gift vouchers - a mixed CD - magazines
Pinterest has lots of great ideas and inspiration for care packages. You can find a board I've put together below.
Of course a loved one doesn't need to have moved country in order for you to send them something nice. You could put together something similar in a hamper and give it in person, or send a nice surprise in the post. I think anyone would be happy to receive a Valentine surprise in the mail.
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Love Katie x
Have you ever received a care package? What would you include if you were sending one? It would be great for you to share any ideas you have in the comments below.