Nothing feels as personal as a homemade gift, especially when it comes to the holiday of love. Valentine's Day is about showing your favorite people — your partner, friends, children or even child's teacher — how much they mean to you. Your take on homemade Valentine's gifts might mean an easy craft (anything heart-shaped will do), a sweet treat (think chocolates, pink candies or homemade donuts) or a DIY Valentine's Day card. Whatever your style, this roundup proves it's easier than expected to make your own presents.
Whether you're a novice or expert crafter, we've included a range of projects to choose from — some even kids can make! Find woven wall art, floral wreaths and trinket dishes that make for unique V-day decor. There are adorable accessories like clay earrings, crochet hats and photo keychains, plus kid-friendly ideas like cute gnomes and fun games. If you're planning a romantic evening — a.k.a searching for lovely gifts for her or special gifts for him — you'll find plenty of thoughtful ideas, ranging from hand-crafted jewelry and paper bag planters to sugary snacks in DIY Valentine's Day boxes.
So, if you want to impress everyone on your list without breaking the bank, browse the best DIY Valentine's gifts until you find an idea that matches your skill set.
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Homemade Treat Boxes
While homemade treats and chocolates are always appreciated, take it one step further with lovely boxes. Transform boring paper mâché boxes by painting fun patterns (think polka dots, stripes or hearts).
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Woven Wall Art
Even beginner weavers can give this adorable heart pattern a try. This blogger uses pink chunky yarn for the heart, plus a mix of pink, red, gray and burgundy yarn for the tassels — but feel free to put your own spin on it.
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Glitter Heart Necklace
Adorned with glitter paint, these wooden heart necklaces will impress kids and tweens. Note that you'll need a drill to create a tiny hole for the clasp and chain.
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Bobbles Beanies
Help them stay warm with a lovely crochet beanie. This blogger shares two different heart patterns, whether you prefer tiny or large shapes.
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Paper Bag Planter
Rather than gifting fresh florals in a vase or houseplants in a pot, make a simple plant holder using only a few materials. You'll need lunch bags, wax, scissors and a Sharpie to add your message.
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Tic Tac Toe Valentine
This cute game of tic tac toe will cost you virtually nothing — just pick up a muslim bag, a small piece of plywood and forage some small, smooth stones from the backyard. To finish, draw the hearts and X's with paint or paint markers.
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Pom-Pom Heart Box
Not only do these decorated heart boxes serve as wonderful decor, but they contain treats inside. Don't forget to add a ribbon or twine on top for hanging.
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Valentine’s Day Sock Gnomes
Turn any old crew sock into an adorable gnome! You'll also need a foam cone for the body, faux fur for the beard and a wood bead for the nose — so cute.
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Hair Tie Valentine's Day Cards
Use this free printable, paired with a pink or red hair tie, to create a practical Valentine's Day card. If a heart-shaped hair tie is hard to track down, don't worry — regular coiled hair ties or scrunchies work, too.
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Sequin Heart Pins
Add a bit of sparkle to your Valentine's Day! Start with a pin back, sturdy felt and sequins in your favorite colors and you'll have a striking accessory in no time.
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Clay Earrings
Your kid, friend or girlfriend will be infinitely impressed if you make them a custom pair of earrings. Soft oven-bake clay is available in nearly every color, plus it's super affordable.
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Luggage Tags
With these personalized luggage tags, they'll think of you every time they pack a bag. Go for a cheap colorful pack or splurge on nicer leather tags, depending on who you're shopping for.
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13
Boombox Valentine
This mini boombox treat box is a creative way to gift candy. Use twine to add a fitting message: "You rock."
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Sweetheart Pouch
Although the finished project may only be big enough for a few treats, Chapstick or credit card, they'll love rocking this heart pouch year round — especially knowing you made it with love.
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Heart-Shaped Floral Wreath
Attach an eye-catching assortment of artificial rose stems to a heart-shaped wreath form to create a present they can admire long after Valentine's Day is over.
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DIY Conversation Heart Tassel Charm
With a few supplies, including felt, embroidery floss, yarn and pom-poms, you can make these cute heart-shaped doorknob charms. They're just the thing to add a heart-shaped touch to their home.
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Chocolate Heart Boxes
For this craft, start by decorating red heart boxes with sequin trim. They'll make great storage for any homemade chocolate truffles or Valentine's Day desserts.
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18
Fingerprint Heart Trinket Dish
Let your kids be the focus of this dish by turning their fingerprints into adorable painted hearts.
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Resin Conversation Heart Paperweights
Gift these adorable resin conversation heart paperweights to your friends or your valentine. Adding a heartwarming (or funny) message gives it a special touch.
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Mason Jar Bouquets
As a symbol of your long-lasting love, make faux bouquets out of colored doilies that can be left on display way beyond Valentine's Day. It beats store-bought flowers, no?
