I always love the idea of making things to celebrate different holidays. Valentine’s Day is certainly no exception to that rule! This year I wanted to do something other than hearts, and I thought that little pink and red butterflies would be the perfect pairing with the day of love. Obviously butterfly kisses are a sweet reminder that someone loves you!

Butterflies are often seen as a symbol of change, hope, renewal, and power. They float by on a summer breeze and are a spot of beauty in the landscape. Butterflies also add whimsy and color, and in the midst of winter, I like to think that they are little bright spots of happiness. With all the craziness in the world, everyone can use a little bit of happy right now.

While searching through Ravelry I came across a pattern for a quick puff stitch inspired crochet butterfly. The butterflies turn out to be about an inch in length and are quick and easy to make. The pattern is written by Amy Lehman and can be found on her blog Amy’s Crochet Patterns.

After finding the pattern, the next logical step was to dig through my stash looking for the appropriate butterfly colors of yarn. In a few days I had crocheted a small army of them. Did you know that a group of butterflies is called a kaleidoscope? Isn’t that the perfect name! I have my kaleidoscope of butterflies collected in a reused pickle jar. I hope to release them on Valentine’s Day to spread happiness around my community.

Do you like to craft to celebrate the holidays? What is your favorite crafty holiday? Valentine’s Day offers so many options to be creative and make people around you happy! Be a butterfly and inspire hope and change in your life.