Heart Collector
Since I began Heart Mapping over twenty years ago, I've also become a collector of hearts: a coffee mug with a heart on it, heart earrings, a blouse sprinkled with hearts, among many other heart related things. So, it’s interesting that on a recent visit to my family I discovered two heart-shaped cake pans tucked away in a closet (and a heart-shaped cookie cutter). Memories flooded back of my mother making heart-shaped cakes for us every Valentine’s Day to bring to our classes at school. While arthritis has now stopped her from cooking altogether, the sight of those heart-shaped pans evoked a blend of ache and fullness in my heart, and a longing for those cherished moments. (And yes, I did bring the heart cake tins home and they’re now hanging on my wall in my office.)
For me, hearts aren't reserved for Valentine's Day; they're a daily reminder to keep our hearts open wide – and to embrace the beauty and the miracles in the everyday. After all, love and feeling make us human, making every heartbeat a tribute to the magnificence of our being alive.
And in this spirit, I've curated a collection of my favorite heart-themed items—little reminders that inspire me to feel deeply and cherish the beauty in every moment. As you browse through these heart items, maybe one or two might act as small reminders to live a heart-centered life – not just on Valentine’s Day but every day.
Begin your morning with heart.
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ip your cup of coffee or tea in a stoneware mug with a sculpted heart—a gentle reminder to keep your heart wide open throughout the whole day.
From the Heartful Home Collection DEMDACO this dotted ceramic stoneware mug is one of my favorites (it comes in different colors).
If you want a set to give to someone or to yourself, DEMDACO also makes a Stoneware Creamer and Sugar bowl.
Another favorite bone china heart mug
Not just for Valentine’s Day, if you know someone who needs a hug any day of the year give them a handcrafted crocheted heart “pocket hug” to let them know that you care.
Spread the love with tiny Ted Baker rose gold tone heart-shaped earrings…
…and matching tiny heart pendant
Whenever I take a walk, I’m always looking for hearts naturally appearing in nature – whether it’s a heart-shaped shell, rock, carved wood, or even a cloud. These 10 assorted note cards capture the beauty of hearts found in natural wonders. Perfect for writing a special note to a friend or family member.
Browse the listing for other styles, including Blooming Love, Art Hearts, Heartfelt, and From the Heart.
One of my favorite heart tees to wear any day of the year
I love these Rainbow Colored Heart Pillow Shams to place on a favorite reading chair. (Plus, the company donates a percentage of their profits to local NGO’s helping with relief from recent major earthquakes in Turkey).
Check out their Amazon Store for more pillowcases and heart art.
One of my favorite poems about the heart is [i carry your heart with me(i carry it in] by e.e. cummings. Now you can be inspired by the poem printed in a heart shape and framed as an art print to hang on your wall.
Read Ralph Waldo Emerson’s beautiful and wise words that begin “Write it on your heart…” on a canvas print that you can place in your desk or hang on your wall
Just for fun, If you’re a teacher or a parent, invite a child to view the world with heart and love by wearing these heart sunglasses.
Seeded heart paper. A beautiful gift and also a meaningful activity: check out my Seeded Heart Poems of Hope.
Heart Maps are tools that allow you to explore through writing and drawing what you’ve stored in your heart. Browse the Heart Maps collection.
Are you a heart collector, too? What are your favorites? Share in the comments.