Ah, Valentine's Day, that time of year when Cupid carries his arrows and spreads love! Whether you're married, dating, living together, or admire someone from afar, this is definitely the time to show that special someone exactly how you feel.
And what better way to say "I love you" than with ahomemade valentines gift?
If you've never made a Valentine's Day gift before, don't worry, we've compiled a list of 20 easy DIY Valentine's Day gifts they'll love, so check out our ideas and start flexing your creative muscles.
To simplify the list, we divided the post into:
- - Easy Valentine's Day gifts for her
- - Easy Valentine's Day gifts for him
So pick the one that you think will get hearts racing and start creating!
Easy Valentine's Day gifts for her
Creating a Valentine's Day gift for the woman in your life can seem a little daunting, but that doesn't mean it has to be difficult. Our list is full of easy DIY Valentine's Day gifts for her that you can also make with just a handful of supplies, so sit back and enjoy your creations!
Love Potion Kit
Equipment and supply:
- - 1 glass of your favorite juice
- - Glass bottles of your favorite soft drinks
- - mason jars
- - Striped paper straws
- - A small wooden box
- - Ribbons, bows and cords
- - Clever
- - Paint brush
- - Tray of heart ice cubes
This Valentine's Day craft is very easy to make but looks great. Filled with your partner's favorite beverages, this homemade box will make a gift that your significant other will keep and proudly display as a centerpiece.
For the full tutorial go to:https://www.thirtyhandmadedays.com/gift-idea-love-potion-kit/
Mixer for coffee chocolate
Equipment and supply:
- - Silver spoon
- - Melt chocolate
- - Chopped walnuts
- - Pieces of dried fruit
This idea is very quick and easy. All you have to do is simply melt your favorite chocolate and pour it into some silver spoons. Then sprinkle nuts, crumbles and other delicious treats on top and let it set. On Valentine's Day, present these treats with hot coffee, tea, or even hot chocolate and watch her swoon over your spoons!
Origami bouquet
Equipment and supply:
- - Origami-Papier
- - 20-Gauge-Blumendraht
- - Wire cutter
- - Exit
- - fake vegetation
- - floral foam
- - Wasa
If your significant other is into traditional hearts and flowers, then this modern take on a Valentine's staple is just the ticket. By placing some of these paper heart flowers in a vase, you create a really simple yet decorative gift for her.
For the full tutorial go to:https://designimprovised.com/2020/02/sweet-and-simple-origami-heart-flower-bouquet.html
Heart and card print and frame
Equipment and supply:
- - Photoshop
- - High resolution map images
- -Quadro
- - Printer and paper
Make sure you both remember that special place they met or the place they said "yes" with this DIY heart card gift. The beauty of this gift is that you can make it any size you want, from something to fit in a bedside frame to a giant lounge centerpiece.
For the full tutorial go to:https://www.primermagazine.com/2021/learn/diy-valentines-day-gift-heart-map-print
Initials on a tree carving
Equipment and supply:
- - logs
- - Pyrographie-Tool
As far as gestures of love go, carving your initials into a tree is about as grand as it gets. Well, we're not advocating taking you into the woods with your favorite pocket knife to pour your heart into some bark. But we advocate doing this in a nice round of store-bought wood.
To create this craft, all you have to do is engrave your message onto a wooden circle using a wood burning tool. Yes, it's that simple.
For the full tutorial go to:https://onelittlemomma.com/valentines-day-tutorial-carve-your-own/
Spa day in a box
Equipment and supply:
- - Face mask pouch
- - Mini bubble bath, soap, body moisturizer
- - Nail polish or lip balm
- - Bath bomb
- - Candy
- - floating sail
- - Presentation box and shredding
If anyone deserves a treat of the day, it's your lady! For this easy homemade Valentine's Day gift, you can shower her with special self-care treats to revitalize and rejuvenate her so she can feel relaxed this Valentine's Day.
For the full tutorial go to:https://www.makinghomebase.com/gift-for-her-spa-day-in-a-box/
heart flag
Equipment and supply:
- - Threads of different colors
- - Map
- - Scissors
Draw her heart out with this handmade Valentine's Day gift. Simple but effective, you only need twine and cardstock to make this beautiful banner to hang around the house. Or, if you want to get extra creative, why not make breakfast in bed and serve the banner as a tray decoration on the big day?
For the full tutorial go to:https://www.loveourreallife.com/valentines-day-string-heart-banner-2/
Candy box
Equipment and supply:
- - craft box
- - Your favorite sweets
- - Exit
- - Papier
- - Colorful pens
- - Cola-PVA
Create a custom candy selection box for your crush with just a little crafting! She will love that you remembered all her favorites and if you add a sweet love note orhomemade valentines cardfirst of all, she will be your girlfriend for sure!
For the full tutorial go to:https://www.mamamiss.com/blog/2017/02/05/diy-candy-box/
Vase with fingerprint
Equipment and supply:
- - Jar
- - Acrylic paint
- - West
- - brush
- - transparent sealant
- - Something to display in the jar when it's done
This easy DIY Valentine's Day gift is so easy you can get the kids involved in the crafting - after all, they're the ones with the cute fingerprints, right? Mason jars are very versatile and great for craft projects; Just add some color and artistry and it's yours forever.
For the full tutorial go to:https://www.itallstartedwithpaint.com/valentine-kid-craft-thumbprint-heart-jars/
succulent planters
Equipment and supply:
- - juicy
- - Jiffy Pots (starting pots)
- - Acrylic paint
- - brush
Succulents are all the rage right now, and if you make these little pots for your girlfriend, she'll think you are too! Making these little love potties couldn't be easier and hopefully with the right care they will thrive for years to come, just like you and your friend.
For the full tutorial go to:https://www.anightowlblog.com/succulent-valentine/
Easy Valentine's Day Gifts for Him
If you love crafts and love Valentine's Day, why not combine the two? Nothing explains romance like a homemade gift for your man. We've done the hard work for you and come up with these ten easy DIY Valentine's Day gift ideas that will break hearts but won't break the bank.
Bottle with night date
Equipment and supply:
- - Jar
- - wooden sticks
- - Colorful pens
- - Ornaments
- - Caneta Sharpie
Never get stuck on date night ideas again with this homemade gift. Dates at the movies, picnics in the park, cocktails, stargazing—write down all your favorite date ideas and let him pick them at random for an impulsive love day together.
For the full tutorial go to:http://www.tastefullyeclectic.com/date-night-jar/
Valentine's Globe
Equipment and supply:
- - CAMEO silhouette or adhesive letters on the back: uppercase, lowercase, hearts
- - Gold foil for silhouette printing
- -Globo
If your sweetheart loves to travel, then this super easy Valentine's Day craft idea might just be for you. This DIY idea will take ten minutes maximum, but it will mean the world to him.
For the full tutorial go to:https://madeinaday.com/diy-globe-valentine/
Indoor Picnic
Equipment and supply:
- - Cover
- - Pillow
- - Picnic snacks
- - Fresh coffee and tea
- - A bottle of sparkling wine
- - Wooden scoreboard
An indoor picnic is a perfect Valentine's Day gift for him. To create your gastronomic gift, just gather all your favorite goodies, put them in a basket and create a cozy atmosphere with some pillows and blankets.
For the full tutorial go to:https://freshmommyblog.com/indoor-picknick-brunch-mokka-chia-pudding/
Cupcake toppers with texts
Equipment and supply:
- - Cupcakes
- - Get out of washi
- - Map
- - Scissors
- - Lollipop sticks or long sticks
Slap your significant other with this romantic homemade cake topper featuring lyrics from your favorite song. It's super easy to make this gift, you just need to buy some cupcakes to attach the toppers. Or, if you're a regular Mary Berry, you can go the extra mile and bake them yourself.
For the full tutorial go to:https://sugarandcloth.com/diy-pop-culture-song-lyric-cupcake-toppers/
individual room design
Equipment and supply:
- - Pictures of you and your husband
- - Balloons filled with helium
- - Exit
- - Rose petals
- - A pen
This Valentine's Day, create a romantic love nest in your bedroom with just a handful of craft supplies and a few rose petals. Recreate little moments in time by printing out photos of your favorite couples and writing cute messages on the back of each couple, then hang them above the bed with helium balloons and ribbon.
For the full tutorial go to:http://www.our-everyday-art.com/2012/01/thoughtful-valentines-gift-for-him.html
sticks and stones
Equipment and supply:
- - Take a walk in the woods or the local park and pick up your sticks and stones
- - Pyrographie-Tool
- - Abrasive tool
- - Colored paints and brushes or pens
Got a rugged outdoor type on your hands? This simple, easy-to-make Valentine's Day gift will show him how much he means to you with messages from the heart, presented in natural stone and wood. These are permanent crafts that he can hold on to forever.
For the full tutorial go to:http://radmegan.com/2012/02/sticks-stones-a-frugal-outdoorsy-valentines-day-craft.html
Slippers filled with snacks
Equipment and supply:
- - Snacks
- - Slippers
- - Paper and pen
- - Ribbon and bow
Make sure your significant other feels comfortable this Valentine's Day with a new pair of slippers, all laced with their favorite treats! Nuts, chocolate, popcorn, candy, and maybe even a little declaration of love if you're feeling super romantic about giving him a homemade Valentine's Day gift to remember.
For the full tutorial go to:https://prettyprovidence.com/slippers-gift-idea-men/
player basket
equipment and supplies
- - Wooden box
- - Snacks
- - Batteries
- - A new game
- - Beverages
- - Map
If you're among the millions of women who lose their partners to gambling, then this is a DIY Valentine's Day gift he'll definitely want. Give him the gift of food with this Gamers Hamper.
To make these homemade Valentine's Day gifts, all you have to do is load up a wooden box with individually labeled treats to give him enough energy to get through the night. Who knows, he might even come downstairs after a few hours to say thank you—it's Valentine's Day, after all.
For the full tutorial go to:https://www.thedatingdivas.com/gamer-gift-basket/
rope coasters
Equipment and supply:
- - Corda
- - felt sheets
- - Scissors
- - Hot glue and glue gun
- - Pen or marker
- - Map
What goes better with your everyday drink than a heart-shaped coaster? With this easy DIY Valentine's Day project, your tea lover will be reminded of you every time they pick up this mug.
For the full tutorial go to:https://www.diybeautify.com/2020/01/farmhouse-valentines-day-heart-shaped-coasters.html
Flour hearts on the grass
equipment and supplies
- - Flour
- - Paper A3 large
- - Scissors
Lead him down the garden path with this romantic Valentine's Day decoration. Simply cut out the shape of your heart and use your template to sprinkle flour on the base. Then create a path of hearts to the door where you can wait for your prize!
Have fun crafting a romantic gift for your boyfriend this year! Remember to visit our other blogs for more craft ideas!