During these weird times of self quarantine, the days can become pretty mundane. To liven things up a bit, set a night (or day) for a date with your significant other, with friends via video chat, or just to do something fun by yourself. I have done a lot of the ideas on this list and when I planned them ahead of time, I was really excited for the day to come. These are all fun and easy things that can be altered to your liking.

Date ideas:

• Paint and Sip: A local paint and sip business near me is selling take home kits that includes all of the materials you will need as well as step-by-step instructions for your painting. You could also look up some pictures you would like to paint and get supplies from Target or Walmart
• Wine Tasting: Pick up a few bottles of wine on your next grocery run along with some cheese, crackers, and fruits. Make sure to take note of the wines that you like so you can buy them again and again.
• Movie Night: Choose a movie on Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, etc. Make your favorite snacks and get ready for your Featured Presentation. shhh…please silence the ringer on your cellular devices and enjoy the show.
• Try a New Recipe: I’ve tried a range of recipes that I found either on Pinterest or Facebook. Some were dinner recipes, but most were desserts and they ALL came out amazing! Here’s a link to my favorite recipe that I tried for Apple Crisp Cheesecake.
• At Home Spa: You can just do face masks, mani/pedi, or massages or all of them for a truly relaxing time.
• Game Night: Pull out the board games or a puzzle and start the fun! Maybe see if there’s a new game you don’t have when you run out to the store and shake things up a bit.
• Two Person Party: Get all dressed up for the night as if you were going out. Prep your food beforehand so all you have to do is enjoy your date together, Play some music and dance; maybe set up a bar area so you can keep the drinks rolling. And when you’re tired, you don’t even have to worry about driving home. It’s a win-win.

No matter what you decide to do, just take the time to unwind and enjoy this time. Set your phones aside and truly relax and have a good time. A date night in can be a great break from the world!

Let me know if you’ve done any of these or have some other date night in ideas! The this time to cherish your loved ones and be safe!

xo,