These Sweet DIY Valentine's Day Gifts Will Make Your Loved Ones Smile (2024)

We've got something for everyone on your list.

By Erin Cavoto
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Valentine's Day is right around the corner, which means it's time to get ready to shower everyone in your life with love! No matter who's on your list—spouses, friends, kids, coworkers, or teachers—our heartfelt DIY Valentine's Day gifts are the ultimate way to show them just how much you care. Because everything is so much more special when it's homemade, right? Ahead, you'll find plenty of creative ideas guaranteed to spread lots of joy and love. Best of all, many of them double as delicious Valentine's Day desserts or 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! 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!

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DIY Portrait Embroidery Hoop

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Get thready to wow your valentine with a custom portrait embroidery hoop. This kit includes everything you'll need to hand-stitch your work of art, including easy-to-follow instructions for any beginners out there.

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Sweetheart Bracelets

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Those festive conversation heart phrases will look just as sweet on bracelets instead of candy! They're super easy to make with beads and cording so you can easily craft one for everyone on your list.

Get the tutorial at Ruff and Renew.

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Heart Magnets

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They'll love displaying their favorite Valentine's Day cards on the fridge with a little help from these adorable heart-shaped magnets. You'll mold them out of air-dry clay and then use a glue gun to secure the magnets onto the backs. To finish them off, paint them in shades of red and pink.

Get the tutorial at Idle Wife.

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Love Potion Bath Sets

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Treat your loved one to a little Valentine's Day pampering by gifting them mini apothecary bottles filled with bath salts or scrubs of your choice. Add a personal touch by decorating them with glitter and pom-pom gift tags.

Get the tutorial at Sugar & Cloth.

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Apple Basket Valentines

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Here's the perfect gift for the apple of your eye this Valentine's Day! Fill pretty pink baskets with lollipops dressed up to look like little apples. You'll snip off most of the stick and use the leftover bit to create the apple's "stem."

Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.

SHOP LOLLIPOPS

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'Love U' Frame

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This one is for all the word nerds out there! Craft a simple Valentine's Day frame with a picture of your love and customize it with festive duct tape and and a sweet message spelled out with Scrabble tiles.

Get the tutorial at DIY Candy.

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Grow-a-Boyfriend Bath Bombs

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These DIY bath bombs are too funny and would make great Galentine's Day gifts for your girlfriends. As the heart melts away, it reveals a tiny muscular man, aka grow-a-boyfriend!

Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.

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Birch Candle Holder

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Immortalize your love by carving your names or initials and a heart into a birch candle holder. Top it off with a tea light and celebrate Valentine's Day with a romantic, candlelit evening!

Get the tutorial at DIY Candy.

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Emoji Heart Necklace

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Hosting a cute Galentine's Day gathering? Give everyone a half-heart necklace so they'll be feeling your love.

Get the tutorial at Aww Sam.

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Chocolate Covered Strawberries

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Homemade chocolate-covered strawberries are the perfect sweet treat to celebrate Valentine's Day. They're so decadent and easy to make right at home!

Get the Chocolate Covered Strawberries recipe.

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Valentine's Day Polish Chandelier

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Help them decorate for Valentine's Day with this gorgeous, heart-filled chandelier crafted from 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.

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Geometric Heart Pillow

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If pink and red aren't their favorite colors, consider crafting them this modern, geometric heart pillow in neutral tones. The best part? No sewing necessary!

Get the tutorial at Mod Podge Rocks.

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Duct Tape Wine Bag

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Wine is the perfect gift for almost any occasion, including Valentine's Day. Make it even more special by delivering it in a heart print wine tote crafted from Valentine's-themed duct tape.

Get the tutorial at Mad in Crafts.

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Chocolate Valentine Cookies

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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 other sweet message.

Get Ree's Chocolate Valentine Cookies recipe.

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Heart Pom-Poms

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For a gift that doubles as Valentine's Day décor, deck out a tabletop tree with playful pink pom-pom hearts. It'll make for the most stunning centerpiece!

Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.

SHOP YARN

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Valentine's Day Wine Glasses

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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.

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Peanut Butter Blossoms

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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.

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Valentine's Day Tic Tac Toe

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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.

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Conversation Heart Tassel Charms

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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.

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Canvas Zip Bags

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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.

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Erin Cavoto

Erin Cavoto is the Editorial Assistant at ThePioneerWoman.com, covering food, holidays, home decor, and more.

These Sweet DIY Valentine's Day Gifts Will Make Your Loved Ones Smile (2024)

FAQs

What gifts to make for Valentine's Day? ›

Swag Bags. Gift the gift of glamour this Valentine's Day. Fill mini canvas bags (from craft and party stores) with candy, nail polish, liquor, and other small items. Customize the bags for friends, coworkers, and loved ones with personalized messages and content.

How can I make my Valentine happy? ›

Feel the love, give an experience

If you want your Valentine to feel loved, adored and cherished, then give him or her a gift of experience, not a material thing. The experiential gift you choose doesn't necessarily have to be expensive or extravagant, just emotionally meaningful and appreciated.

What is the best gift of Valentine? ›

Online Gift Ideas for Valentine's Day - FNP
Gift TypeVarieties
FlowersRoses, Lilies, Carnations, Orchids, Flower Bouquet etc.
CakesEggless Cakes, Designer Cakes, Red Velvet Cakes, Truffle Cakes etc.
Personalised GiftsCushions, Mugs, Bottles, Neon Lights, Photo Frames etc.

What item makes the most money from Valentine's Day? ›

Valentine cards

According to a report by the Greeting Card Association, Valentine's Day is the second-largest greeting card occasion in the United States, after Christmas. A survey by Statista found that in 2023, 43% of Americans planned to purchase greeting cards for Valentine's Day.

Who started Valentine's Day? ›

At the end of the 5th century, Pope Gelasius declared February 14 St. Valentine's Day, and since then, February 14th has been a day of celebration—though it was generally more religious than romantic.

What is the most popular Valentine's Day candy? ›

CandyStore.com has been releasing its data on Valentine's Day candy sales for years, and through 2018, conversation hearts — the heart-shaped candies with little messages on them — had the highest percentage of total Valentine's Day candy sales.

What is the most expensive Valentine's Day gift? ›

Diamonds seem to be a great option when you are aiming for the most expensive present. The Chopard 201 Carat watch will costs you a shocking €20 million. But it's not just an ordinary watch. The model is decorated with 874 diamonds in very unusual hues and special shapes, giving the watch a spectacular look.

How do you make someone feel special on Valentine's day? ›

How to Make Valentine's Day Extra Special
  1. Spending Quality Time Together.
  2. Affirming Your Loved One.
  3. Giving Special Gifts.

How to flirt on Valentine's day? ›

Show your crush you want to be more intimate this Valentine's season.
  1. “I'd put my phone down if it meant I could hold your hand this Valentine's.”
  2. “I've never had a Valentine's kiss, and I can't think of anyone else I'd want it to be with.”
  3. “I can think of a few ways we can make this Valentine's Day a little special 😉😉”

How do I get my crush to be my Valentine? ›

How to Ask Someone to Be Your Valentine
  1. Tips for Asking Someone to Be Your Valentine.
  2. Write a Letter.
  3. Give a Heartfelt Gift.
  4. Send a Funny Text Message.
  5. Surprise Them with a Flower Bouquet.
  6. Make a Handmade Gift.
  7. Ask Them on a Date – in a Creative Way.
  8. What to Write Inside a Valentine's Day Card.
Dec 22, 2022

How to make your own Valentine's gift? ›

Create a romantic love nest in your bedroom this Valentine's Day with just a handful of craft supplies and some rose petals. Recreate little moments in time by printing your favourite couples photos and writing cute messages on the back of each one, then suspend them over the bed using helium balloons and ribbon.

What to make my girlfriend for Valentine's Day? ›

30 Cutest DIY Valentine's Day Gifts You Can Make for Cheap
  • Snickers Bouquet. Yes, flowers are a nice gift, but bring them to the next level by literally wrapping them in candy! ...
  • Romantic Cork Board. ...
  • Photo Box. ...
  • Memories Shadow Box. ...
  • Kisses Jar. ...
  • Bath Bomb Valentine. ...
  • Heart-Shaped Bath Bombs. ...
  • Felt Heart Mobile.
Feb 5, 2020

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