Anko workshop turns Valentine’s Day into a creative family and besties date

— Anko brought a different take on Valentine’s Day to TriNoma with an intimate Galentine’s Workshop alongside a series of weekend card-making sessions for Anko Club members, inviting friends and loved ones to slow down, get creative, and celebrate each other.

Held on February 14, the session brought together Anko Club members for a hands-on afternoon of card-making with the Weekend Watercolor Circle, led by its founder, Vergel Gregorio, using Anko’s arts-and-crafts materials that guests could easily recreate at home. Guests also enjoyed arranging their own Valentine’s Day flower bouquets with guidance from Cecil Basco of Petal Corner Flower Bar, using Anko ceramic mini vases as styling accents. 

The celebration continued throughout the day with extra treats for Anko Club members, including free Anko balloons for transacting members and complimentary candle calligraphy with a minimum purchase of ₱500.

These workshops highlight how the Australian home and lifestyle brand’s everyday affordable and quality finds, from craft supplies and candles to small home décor pieces, can be used to create meaningful moments with family and friends.

Embodying the belief that love is best expressed every day rather than just on one-day occasions, Anko is extending the creativity with ‘Make Your Own Valentine’s Card’ activities for kids and families every weekend from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM until the end of February in its stores at Glorietta 2, TriNoma, Ayala Malls Manila Bay, and Ayala Malls Feliz.

To join these exclusive workshops and discover more thoughtful gifts all year round, download the Anko app and sign up for the Anko Club at anko.com/anko-club. Follow @anko_philippines on Instagram and TikTok for updates on workshop schedules and more thoughtful ways to make everyday living brighter

Thoughtful gifting beyond Valentine’s Day

While Valentine’s Day is a highlight, Anko believes love should be celebrated throughout the month. The products showcased during the Galentine’s Workshop are curated for thoughtful gifting beyond a single date. These practical, quality, and affordable finds are designed to make everyday living brighter long after February 14. This includes the watercolor tools featured in our session—perfect as gifts for artists or as an invitation for loved ones to bond over a new creative hobby.

Product Name	Photo
Chrome Look Trinket Bowls The perfect gift for the anik-anik lover who needs a stylish landing spot for their treasures. These chic bowls are designed to hold keys, jewelry, and everyday essentials, instantly tidying up a space while adding a bright touch to any room.
Ceramic Mini Vases The perfect gift for the Plantita or Plantito who loves a modern aesthetic. With their unique, abstract silhouettes, these vases turn plants into a statement piece, adding a fresh and artistic touch to the home.
Scallop Glass Candles (Purple & Green) The perfect gift for candle lovers who like a chic edge to their home décor.  They serve double duty as fragrant candles and stylish décor pieces, with playful, wavy silhouettes that brighten up dinner settings or quiet nights at home.
Assorted Candles (Cherry, Mixed Fruits, Flower, Strawberry) The perfect gift for loved ones who adore bold accents and vibrant vibes. These candles bring a pop of bright color and strong, fruity scents to any space, making them a fun and refreshing addition to any home.
Mediterranean Stripe Candles (Limone, Olivo, and Pamodoro) The perfect gift for the travel dreamer who loves bringing an international touch to their home.  With their striped designs and distinct scents, these candles add a touch of European summer flair to the home.
Self-Care, Happiness & Manifest Glass Candles The perfect gift for the loved one who deserves to hit "pause."  More than just a scent, these are a thoughtful invitation to slow down, indulge in happiness, and manifest brighter days.
Sketch Artist Pad The perfect gift for the memory keeper who sees art in the everyday. Whether sketching or drawing, this pad is the ideal canvas for capturing daily moments through creativity.
Watercolour Art Set (36 Pack) and A3 Watercolour Artist Pack The perfect gift for your artsy friends, children, or partner, ready to bond over a new hobby. The paints and art pad are beginner-friendly invitations to explore a new creative passion or continue a love affair with watercolors.
Painting Essentials (All Media Brush Set, Paint Palette Set & Mini Paint Your Own Canvas) The perfect gift for: The creative soul who loves incorporating art into their everyday routines. These products provide everything needed to transform a casual afternoon into a meaningful session of artistic expression.