DIY Valentines Day ideas to make the holiday of LOVE extra special

With February 14th right around the corner -it’s time to get those ideas in gear. Whether you want to go all out over the top, or just create something homemade DIY style and special with the kids – we are sharing ideas to help make Valentines Day amazing for your loved one.

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Best Valentine’s Day Ideas and Inspirations

Let’s look at ways to celebrate your loved one with these Valentine’s Day ideas. From meaningful gestures to affordable and memorable gift ideas to unique Valentine date night activities – we got you covered! Make the best of February 14th with these inspos.

Send a Funny V-day Meme

Who doesn’t love a funny Valentines meme? A relationship with laughter and humor is simply the best kind to have.

i love you funny valentine memes for valentine’s day #valentineday #valentines #funnymemes #memes #lol

We have plenty to choose from! Humor is always a great gift.

Make a Custom Valentines Wine Label

This custom Valentine’s Day wine label is the perfect detail to add to your Valentine’s date aesthetic! Give a bottle of wine with a personalized label as a thoughtful present and perfect keepsake.

bottle of moscato wine with a personalized wine label for a valentine's day gift

This Valentine’s custom wine label makes a great Valentine’s Day gift idea for boyfriends, girlfriends, husband, wives or just a date that you want to impress.

Send Flowers

Go traditional by sending flowers.

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Don’t worry if you wait too long, Amazon has you covered with Amazon Prime flowers!

DIY Valentine’s Day Cards

Get the kids involved or not and make a DIY Valentine’s Day card.

handmade valentine card diy valentines day ideas

Free Printables

If your kids don’t have time to create their own custom Valentines, save yourself a few dollars and print them at home – here are 15+ DIY Valentine’s Day card ideas!

Record a Video

Don’t forget about your family far away. Use your computer’s built-in webcam to record a video e-card to send to grandparents and other relatives to let them know you’re thinking about them.

Make Cookies

This is a Valentines tradition that my husband started 24 years ago. On our first February 14, he snuck into my bedroom and left me these amazing Neiman Marcus cookies.

Each year he goes to the store, buys all the ingredients and I know I can expect a batch of these warm cookies as part of our Valentines ritual.

Flower Petals on the Bed

Surprise your loved one by placing flower petals on the bed.

rose petals in bed valentines day ideas

Something to note, rose petals can leave stains on the sheets and comforter. If that is a concern, you can use silk flower petals.

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

While yes, you can make them – I’m just saying mine never come out as cute as when I buy them.

chocolate covered strawberries – valentines day ideas

Even better, Amazon sells them.

Heart Shaped Cinnamon Rolls from a Can

This is something small but meaningful that the kids will love.

make heart cinnamon rolls

For breakfast on February 14, make heart shaped cinnamon rolls. This is a super easy Valentines day idea using just a can of cinnamon rolls!

Write a Love Letter

A simple Valentine’s Day idea that will make for a great forever keepsake is a love letter. Remember those days before computers? Me neither. Apparently, back then – whenever then was… people wrote letters.

Bring back the good old days, apparently before we were born and write a handwritten love letter to your significant other.

Create a Modern Mix Tape with a Spotify List

Create a modern mix tape with a Spotify list. Remember the old cassettes or CDs made with love songs – here is a modernized approach to this old romantic concept.

This Valentines day idea is something that can be enjoyed year-round and costs nothing to make!

More Valentines Day Inspirations

Looking for more ways to show your love? Try these heartfelt ideas:

  • Create a Coupon Book: Fill it with activities or treats your partner loves.
  • Plan a Cozy Picnic: Skip the crowded restaurants and set up a picnic at home.
  • Indoor Camping Adventure: February’s chilly weather calls for blankets, pillows, and a cozy tent indoors.
  • Love Note Surprise: Scatter sticky notes with sweet messages in unexpected places.
  • Cook Their Favorite Meal: Show your love through their stomach with a homemade favorite. Want a couple’s date activity? Make the meal together!
  • Romantic Movie Night: Pop some popcorn and binge romantic comedies together.

These thoughtful ideas will make Valentine’s Day unforgettable!

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