This year the gift for your loved one should really come from the heart? No perfume, no T-shirt or similar? Here's how you can make your own Valentine's Day gifts that cost nothing.
The most beautiful gifts are those that come from the heart. And you don't even have to spend anything on them. You can make many small things yourself, using materials that you already have at home. Or you can get them cheaply.
To put a smile on your loved one's face, you don't have to spend a lot of money.
Homemade is free but priceless and is always well received. Because this way your gift will be unique and personalized. I am sure that your sweetheart has never received such a great Valentine's Day gift.
So you don't have to have a full wallet or even be good at crafting to make these DIY Valentine's Day gifts. Anyone can do it, guaranteed!
Thinking about something, giving time and creating experiences counts more than material things at the end of the day anyway.
So, here's how you can make Valentine's Day gifts yourself. Cheap and creative.
Table of contents
- 1. a love letter DIY Valentine's Day gift
- 2. valentine's day gift make yourself from an old jar
- 3. a personal photo book
- 4. valentine day gift do it yourself with post its
- 5. the lunch box
- 6. plan a cooking evening
- 7. a delicious love greeting in the morning
- 8. a dinner by candlelight as a DIY Valentine's Day gift
- 9. homemade chocolates on 14 February
- 10. the date in the apartment
- 11. paint beverage cups by yourself
- 12. a relaxing bath salt
- 13. bake a Valentine's Day cake
Hardly anyone takes the time to write a letter anymore. Most of the time, we send each other messages via Whatsapp or voice messages. It's mega convenient in our hectic everyday lives.
But such a handwritten word, is already something very special. You like to hold up such a letter and read it again and again. And your sweetheart will do the same, even if he is not a great romantic.
And who knows: maybe you'll get a romantic letter back soon?
By the way, this gift is especially wonderful if you have a long-distance relationship. If you live with your partner, you can simply put the letter in the mailbox and let him get the mail.
You will definitely succeed in this surprise!
By the way, take enough time to write such a letter. Because it is not so easy to find the right words. Write down your thoughts and what you are grateful for. A few stickers, a heart or a lipstick kiss and the free Valentine's Day gift is ready.
Tomorrow is Valentine's Day and you weren't supposed to get each other anything, but you just found out you're getting a little something after all. OMG!
There is no time left for shopping. Now you need to come up with a Valentine's Day gift idea.
For this Lovers Day gift, all you need is a piece of paper, a pen and an old glass.
Date ideas collect in jar
You live together and see each other around the clock? A date in between can be really good, and one that takes place in a different place than your apartment.
Think of 5-10 ideas that you both might like. Write them on small pieces of paper and put them in a decorated jar.
Give this jar to your sweetheart. Once a month, he can draw an idea that you then implement. This can be free activities such as taking a long walk or trying out a new hobby.
But also to make the bedroom sexy with candlelight and silky bed linen. I'm sure you'll think of something, after all, you know your sweetheart best.
How about
- Learn a new sport
- View sunset on mountain
- Have a wellness day
- plan a joint cooking evening
- or an overnight stay in a hotel
By the way, you can make the date ideas jar yourself not only as a Valentine's Day gift - it also makes a good anniversary or for your mom on Mother's Day.
This Valentine's Day lingerie is on trend this year!
Proof of love from the glass
Similar to the date ideas, you can also put your love in the jar. You can decorate the jar with a photo of the two of you. On each piece of paper you can put a characteristic of your sweetheart.
Try it with
- 100 things I love about you
- 365 reasons to love you every day
- Top 50 reasons why you are the best
- or similar
Before you start crafting the glass, you should write down the messages and cut them to size. Because who knows, maybe the planned 10 suddenly become 1000 and the glass is suddenly too small.
Rose? Gerbera? Spring bouquet? This is the meaning behind the Valentine's Day flowers!
3. a personal photo book
Whether you've been together for a long time or you're just starting out, everyone will be happy to have a collection of photos together. You can add funny sayings or rhymes to the photos.
Find the funniest and cutest photos of you together and wrap the photo book with a bow.
Quite quickly and cheaply you can order a photo book from Cewe. I did that myself a few weeks ago and it worked wonderfully. It's not completely free, but can be had for as little as 8 euros.
Alternatively, you can print out photos and put them in a large picture frame and hang it up.
The colorful pieces of paper are otherwise only known from the stressful workday. In fact, they can convey romantic messages. You can distribute them secretly throughout the apartment in the morning or the evening before.
Kind words on the bathroom mirror will put you in a good mood. Those who like it funny can even leave a colorful sticky note on the toilet.
If you can't do that without him getting suspicious, put a handwritten message in his jacket pocket or wallet.
You'll love these Valentine's Day date ideas!
5. the lunch box
If you can't do that without him getting suspicious, put a sweet message in his lunch box. You can label a banana or orange with a paint pen. Anything from funny to wicked to romantic is possible.
Give it a try - it's fun. At the latest when he sends you a photo of it.
6. plan a cooking evening
Write the plan for this evening on a piece of paper and decorate it. The idea behind it is: once a month you cook for each other. The partner who doesn't cook can't know what's for dinner and has to be surprised.
Everything is permitted. It doesn't have to be complicated and should by no means plunge you into pure despair.
A proposal for the first evening of cooking
- A Veggie Bowl with Avocado, Oyster Mushrooms and Sweet Potatoes
- and for dessert: an aphrodisiac smoothie bowl
Treat yourself to this aphrodisiac bowl!
7. a delicious love greeting in the morning
You start the day of lovers together? Then this idea for Valentine's Day is just right for you. Breakfast in bed is probably the most relaxing thing there is.
Try not to let on the day before what you plan to do on Valentine's Day, because then the surprise will be lost.
How about fresh waffles, fruit and cream? Today you can really feast! If you like it romantic, spread a few rose petals on the tray.
Delicious and practical this day: waffles, pancakes and breakfast muffins. You can prepare the batter for the waffles and pancakes the day before.
You can make the muffins ready to go. If you are afraid he will smell something, make the muffins a few days before and freeze them. The night before Valentine's Day, defrost them. And the breakfast for couples is ready!
A dear greeting for all who do not live together
You live apart, but you still want to make him happy? Then you can secretly freeze a muffin for him and call him on the morning of Valentine's Day with precise instructions.
Be sure to Facetime so you can see his surprised face :)
Mmmhh delicious: breakfast muffins with blueberries!
Or you can take more time and surprise him with a 3-course meal. It doesn't even have to be very elaborate. Over the next few days, try to find out inconspicuously what he particularly likes to eat.
A little beautifully decorated and with a candle at the table you feel immediately like in an expensive restaurant. If you want, you can slip into a sexy dress and suit and give the dinner more style.
If you want to take it easy, you can also just order a pizza and eat it by candlelight.
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9. homemade chocolates on 14 February
Those with a sweet tooth will love homemade chocolates or chocolates. It sounds like a lot of effort at first, but it's not so bad.
Google "make your own chocolates" you only need one type of chocolate and chocolate molds. Nuts, jam or dried fruit you can combine as you like.
Packaged in a cute box, this homemade Valentine's Day gift is sure to make a statement.
Try these delicious DIY Valentine's Day chocolates!
10. the date in the apartment
Spending time together is a free gift for Valentine's Day. You can give the gift of a cozy evening on the sofa and pack popcorn, snacks and drinks in a box for the occasion. Maybe there's a movie you both really liked that you want to watch again.
So, to make the Valentine's Day gift yourself, you only need to provide a cardboard box and the contents. Provided with a beautiful bow, the gift is sure to bring a smile to your lips.
11. paint beverage cups by yourself
Without coffee, without me! If your loved one needs a jolt of caffeine early in the morning, you can sweeten the start of their day.
Because absolutely everyone has countless cups at home. Why not upgrade a few boring and aging mugs and personalize them with a dedication?
Maybe you have a saying that describes your relationship or a favorite word. Every couple has a typical insider saying, and because no one but you has to understand it, it fits perfectly on the coffee cup.
Attention: If the cup is also intended for the office, you better hold back a bit with craziness :)
12. a relaxing bath salt
If you have a very stressed partner, you can do something good for him with DIY bath salts. This is a typical small attention that costs little.
Because to make Valentine's Day gifts yourself, all you need are Dead Sea bath salts, essential oils and Food coloring*. Looks great, is easy to pack and is guaranteed to be well received!
This is how easy you make a bath salt!
The way to a man's heart is through his stomach. If your friend likes sweets, then you could bake him a small cake.
Maybe even in the shape of a heart and decorated with strawberries? Sounds mega delicious, right? And you finally have something from it. :)
Has he ever told you which cake he likes best? Then surprise him with exactly that. If not: A sponge cake and a yogurt cream just always fit.
Our conclusion
If you want to make a Valentine's Day gift yourself, you don't have to spend a lot of money. Many ideas can even be implemented completely free of charge. Start in time, so you still have enough time to take another plan in case of emergency :)
Good luck and have a great Valentine's Day!
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