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