70 DIY Valentine's Day Gifts to Make Your Loved Ones Feel Extra Special
There's something for each person on your list.
February 14 aka Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and it's a holiday all about showering everyone with love! No matter who is in your life—spouses and significant others, friends, kids, even coworkers and teachers—our heartfelt DIY Valentine's Day gifts are the ultimate way to show them just how much you care. Because everything is better when it's homemade, right? Ahead, you'll find plenty of ideas guaranteed to infuse your holiday with plenty of meaning. And even better, many double as delicious Valentine's Day desserts and fun Valentine's Day crafts suitable for all different ages and skill levels.
Whether you're looking for romantic Valentine's Day gifts for him or thoughtful Valentine's Day gifts for her, we've got you covered. There are also plenty of delightfully punny options on our list, like a bottle of hot sauce with a custom label reading "Hot Stuff." It'll certainly make them smile—just like the time Ree Drummond bought Ladd 200 tins of his favorite Carmex lip balm! Oh! We almost forgot to mention: Almost all of these DIY Valentine's Day gift options also work as sweet Galentine's Day gifts for your gal pals—so you should be able to get a head start on your entire gifting list. After you've finished getting crafty, check out our favorite DIY Valentine's Day cards, too. A heartfelt message is just as important as a thoughtful gift, after all!
DIY Portrait Embroidery Hoop
Self-proclaimed craft connoisseurs, here's a unique one for you. Get thready to wow your valentine with a custom portrait embroidery hoop. This kit includes everything you need to hand-stitch a work of art. There's even instructions for any beginners out there.
Sweetheart Bracelets
Put a little spin on typical candy conversation hearts by placing those festive phrases on bracelets instead. They're super simple to make using pretty beads and cord and will definitely have your recipients saying "Aww!"
Get the tutorial at Ruff and Renew.
Heart Magnets
These heart-shaped magnets are so cute, they'll want to leave them up on their fridge year round. Here's how you make them: Using air-dry clay, just mold several hearts in a variety of sizes then grab a glue gun to secure magnets on the back. To finish them off, paint them however you'd like!
Get the tutorial at Idle Wife.
Love Potion Bath Sets
Who doesn't love a little pampering? Especially on V-Day! Once you've found little apothecary bottles (they're usually at craft stores), you can decorate them with glitter, fill them up with bath salts or scrubs of your choice, then throw on a pom-pom gift tag.
Get the tutorial at Sugar & Cloth.
Apple Basket Valentines
Kids, don't worry—the apples in the basket are actually lollipops! Snip off most of the stick and use the leftover bit to create the apple's "stem." Fill some pink baskets up, and you have an adorable, sweet treat.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
'Love U' Frame
Craft a simple Valentine's Day frame with a picture of your love! You can customize it with whatever festive duct tape and scramble message you like.
Get the tutorial at DIY Candy.
Grow-a-Boyfriend Bath Bombs
Why use a regular old bath bomb on Valentine's Day when you can make a festive heart one? As the heart melts away, it reveals a grow-a-boyfriend!
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
Birch Candle Holder
You can't give your S.O. a whole tree, so bring the tree to them! A birch candle holder with a heart carved into it is such a sweet present.
Get the tutorial at DIY Candy.
Emoji Heart Necklace
Hosting a cute Galentine's Day gathering? Give everyone a half-heart necklace to show how much they mean to you! Since it's made with clay, you can add a personalized print on the back before it drys.
Get the tutorial at Aww Sam.
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
There are few Valentine's Day food gifts that are more classic than chocolate covered strawberries. Why? Because they're oh-so decadent and a guaranteed hit. Plus, they're easy to make right at home!
Valentine's Day Polish Chandelier
Just, wow! Craft a gorgeous Valentine's Day chandelier with little more than a wreath form, paper straws, baker's twine, and scrapbook paper. The recipient will be beyond impressed!
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
Geometric Heart Pillow
Okay, not everyone loves the whole pink and red part of Valentine's Day. For those folks, a modern heart pillow is a perfect gift! The best part? No sewing necessary.
Get the tutorial at Mod Podge Rocks.
Duct Tape Wine Bag
Wine in a homemade wine holder bag is kinda the perfect Valentine's Day gift. One part is drinkable and price flexible, and the other part is inexpensive, reusable, and sentimental!
Get the tutorial at Mad in Crafts.
Chocolate Valentine Cookies
Ree used to bake these stenciled chocolate cookies with her mom every Valentine's Day. You can make them spell "I love you" or any sweet message of your choice.
Get Ree's Chocolate Valentine Cookies recipe.
Heart Pom-Poms
You can do so many things with these pom-pom hearts. Use one as a keychain, save them as a Christmas ornament, or follow this blogger and make a decorative tabletop tree full of them!
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
Valentine's Day Wine Glasses
Toast to your special someone with these sweet hand-painted wine glasses. They're easy to make using a heart-shaped cookie cutter and a few other supplies.
Get the tutorial at Mod Podge Rocks.
Peanut Butter Blossoms
What's Valentine's Day without some kisses? Hershey Kisses, that is! The famous chocolates are the perfect finishing touch for these peanut butter cookies.
Get the Peanut Butter Blossoms recipe.
Valentine's Day Tic Tac Toe
This cute DIY gift doubles as a fun Valentine's Day game for adults. In addition to the game pieces, fill the box with chocolates for a sweet surprise.
Get the tutorial at Mod Podge Rocks.
Conversation Heart Tassel Charms
These conversation heart-inspired tassel charms would make great gifts for your galentines or valentine. They can be made in under an hour, and there's no sewing required!
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
Canvas Zip Bags
These zip bags are the sweetest little gift to give the important ladies in your life. Fill the handmade bags with candy or little festive tchotchkes, and it's a two-for-one idea!
Get the tutorial at Polkadot Chair.
Erin Cavoto is the Editorial Assistant at ThePioneerWoman.com, covering food, holidays, home decor, and more.
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