Cindy
Original painting by Cindy
Why buy chocolates and flowers when you can give a more meaningful handmade gift for Valentine’s Day?
We all want to give our loved ones something extra special on this day even if it is only a sweet written message. Here are 10 Do-It-Yourself crafty gifts that can be made with fun in mind! And for those of you who have a challenging time (as I do) trying to choose a Valentine present for your most significant other, included are a few good ideas to show them your love.
1. Love in a Mug
One really cute idea is a DIY “Love in a Mug” using only a coffee cup, small candies to fill the cup, and some Sharpie markers for original art decorations. They will think of you every time they look at the mug! Check out the price for a set of four 16 ounce, blank white mugs on Amazon!
Photo and Love in a Mug courtesy of MeatLoafAndMelodrama.com
Fun Fact: You may have heard about Galentine’s Day. This is a day (February 13th) which is a celebration of female friendship which can include girlfriends, daughters, sisters, mothers, and grandmothers started by actress Amy Poehler, as Leslie Knope in the popular sitcom Parks and Recreation. These are great Galentine gifts as well!
2. Cake Socks
Comfy socks presented in extremely cute “cupcake boxes.” Enjoy putting these together and making them look like cupcakes…really cute! Check out the price for a set of three Cake Socks on Amazon!
3. Friendship bracelets with cute Andy Warhol inspired card
For those of us who love weaving with embroidery thread, here is a great way to share your talent (and love) with someone dear to you. Here is an easy and enjoyable step-by-step YouTube video (courtesy of The House that Lars Built.com). The “cards” are printed from a PDF downloaded from TheHouseThatLarsBuilt.com. Enjoy!
Friendship bracelet and printable cards courtesy of The House that Lars Built.com
For the sweet younger Valentines on your heart list here are a few more inspirational gifts to consider:
4. Flying Paper Airplane Valentine’s Cards
This company, GeeFuun, makes the cutest holiday themed cards, wall hangings, you name it…and reasonably priced! These just-for-fun paper Valentine’s (instead of the cringe-del-la-cringy “Be Mine”) are perfect for kids exchanging classroom cards. The back of each card has a “To:” and “From:” The kit comes with 42 Paper Airplane Cards + 42 Envelopes+ 8 sheet stickers (84 heart stickers and 48 cockpit stickers). Check out the price on Amazon!
Photo courtesy of GeeFuun
5. Upcycled Heart T-shirt Dress
Breathe life (and love) into a couple of recycled T-shirts…and turn them into an adorable dress for a special little person. Here is an excellent step-by-step for your creation (a special thank you to The Do It Yourself Network)…all you need are some basic sewing supplies, elastic and a heart shaped stamp (Check the price for a heart shaped stamp on Amazon)!
Photo courtesy of The DIY Network
6. Magic Wand Pencil Valentines
Who would have guessed that a pencil and black paper could become a magic wand? These adorable pencil valentines are quick and easy to put together (with a big thank you for the photo and the Magic Wand Valentine’s PDF for printing to Kara and Kailo Chic).
Photo and Concept courtesy of Kailo Chic
Gifts for that special someone in your life that will be cherished for years down the road, here are a few more wonderful possibilities …
7. Handwritten Messages in a bottle (each in its own capsule)
Consider writing little messages to your loved one to be opened on the occasion of your choice. Each of the 90 mixed color capsules come with a blank piece of paper inside “the pill”…with enough space for you to speak your heart. All contained in a elegantly rustic glass bottle. Check out the price on Amazon!
Photo courtesy of INFMETRY
8. DIY Cookout Kit
True, many of our significant others are “difficult” to buy for (Dads are often the toughest)…a self-assembled Cookout Kit could be a great solution!
This kit assembly, (a big thank you to Jacquelyn Clark and lark & linen), brings together special elements you can get locally or online (I have attached Amazon links to the products that are a bit more “challenging” to locate).
Your Cookout Kit includes, a box to hold your implements (the photo uses a wood beer caddy – check out the price on Amazon), an apron , a Dry Rub, All American BBQ Seasoning Mix (Gluten Free, Preservative Free and MSG Free) , A complete BBQ set …add 2-3 tall cans of a favorite beverage, thick black and white ribbon and your loved one is cooking!
Photo courtesy of Jacquelyn Clark with lark & linen
9. Slippers with love
A gift for all seasons (including Valentine’s)…how can you go wrong with giving slippers? Made even more perfect packed with your loved one’s favs! Check out the slipper prices on Amazon!
Photo courtesy of PrettyProvidence.com
10. A DIY photo album Explosion Box
Another great way to have fun making up your own sweetheart gifts is to order a DIY photo album Explosion Box. You can put your choice of small presents within a smaller surprise gift box such as jewelry, notes, photos, candy or whatever your heart desires! Check out the photo album Explosion Box price on Amazon!
Does your Valentine love to read? Browsing for a book that your sweetie can curl up with and enjoy is another way to show your love. Not exactly a DIY project, but beautiful homemade wrapping and a handwritten inscription of love would make it very unique to you.
Have a wonderfully fun time making your personal homemade Valentine gifts and watching the smiles on their faces!
