Why waste your hard-earned cash on flowers and candy when you can give something that truly comes from the heart?
Holidays are the perfect time to break out your craft supplies and make some thoughtful gifts for friends and family. But Valentine's Day is about celebrating the one you love most, so it's important to go above and beyond construction paper hearts. If you really want to wow your significant other, you'll have to be a little more creative.
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There are plenty of easy and fun projects to do to show your sweetheart that you care. Not only will a beautiful handmade gift make your valentine smile, you'll receive plenty of hugs and kisses in return.
Use a takeout box or small plate to dress up these adorable love notes for the apple of your eye. You can write as many sweet nothings as you like.
Normal-sized roses are nice, but bigger is always better. This simple tutorial not only yields gorgeous results, your loved one will be reminded of how much you care for years to come.
Who knew you could show your love with groceries? Perfect for kids and adults alike.
Use these cute little owls to hide love notes, or just hang them for decoration. Either way, they make a cute handmade gift for the one you love.
Be your own Cupid with these colorful and stylish message arrows. Write a short message or a whole sonnet and send it over to the object of your affection.
When you need a quick and inexpensive way to say, "I love you," head to your local home improvement store and pick up some swatches. It's not just easy, it's a clever use of resources.
Give your Valentine something personal and a great gift, all rolled into one. Write your own thoughtful message, Valentine's Day drawing, or just a simple "Be Mine."
If your significant other loves tea, why not make it all their own? Grab their favorite brand and customize it for a Valentine's Day treat.
Flowers are great, but duct tape lasts forever. A bouquet of realistic roses is stunning and ever lasting - kind of like your love. Have fun with the wide range of multi-colored duct tapes out there. Everyone loves a rainbow!
Add some sparkle to your Valentine's Day gift with these jars. Fill them with candy, small gifts, or use them as votives to make them extra special.
Don't be afraid of a needle and thread to make the perfect Valentine's Day gift. These adorable felt envelopes are perfect for love notes or even wrapping gift cards.