Valentine’s Day is coming up quick and whether you have a significant other or not, you can participate in the festivities. Though people, like my dad for example, would like to argue that Valentine’s Day is just a Hallmark holiday designed as a way to sell greeting cards and stuffed animals, I like to look at it as a day to put a little extra effort in showing loved ones that they are loved.
The way to do this is not through expensive gifts, but meaningful gifts and hopefully some meaningful time together. In case you are still scrambling to find said meaningful gift, I have gathered a few ideas from Pinterest.
- Valentine’s Day Card
This one sounds pretty self-explanatory, but should definitely not be overlooked. A word of advice — make your own card. You don’t have to be creative to cut out a couple hearts and glue them to a piece of paper. It can even be as simple as writing a short note or letter letting your partner know that you care. Of course, if you do opt for a store-bought card, be sure to do more than just sign your name — make sure to write some sort of personal message.
- Photo Gift
A cute photo gift can be anything from a regular picture frame to a DIY canvas collage. Basically, all you need to do is print off some pictures of you and whoever it is you are giving the gift to, and put them in a frame or use Mod Podge, a combination glue and sealer, to make a collage on a canvas. Consider this gift if you are looking for a gift that’s thoughtful, personal and pretty cheap.
- Socks
All right, this gift sounds a little weird, but who doesn’t like a nice pair of socks? We all wear socks, but so many of us wear the same pair over and over again until there’s more hole than sock left. Nothing says “I love you” like a gift that says, “Hey, your feet look cold.”
- Sweets
Now this is what I love to receive each Valentine’s Day. If you’re looking for a last-minute gift, look no further than the grocery aisle of Target. Pick out a few treats that you know your significant other likes and make a sort of gift basket or, if you’re feeling extra ambitious, you can bake them some of their favorite goodies; either way, your partner will know that you’re a sweetie — pun intended.