Last minute Valentine’s Day gift ideas!

As we move into February, the month dedicated to love, finding meaningful presents for significant others or close friends and family can be difficult. To make your life easier, we have compiled a list of potential gifts for this year’s Valentine’s Day. They are sorted from least expensive to most expensive, and include links to where you can find them.

Deck of Cards (write down 52 things you love about the person), $1:
This is an easy and affordable DIY in which you write down 52 things you love about the recipient on each card. Either on a plain set of cards or personalized ones, this meaningful gift allows the recipient to have a constant reminder of why you love them.

Custom Socks, $6-8:
Custom socks are the way to go if you want to make your significant other laugh. With the ability to not only choose the style of sock but also add pictures and text, you will surely have a great time customizing this fun-filled gift.

DIY matching sweatshirts – Gildan sweatshirt from $7 – $34, Harsgs 60pcs Random Assorted Styles Embroidered Patches, $13:
For the arts and crafts couples, custom sweatshirts are both a fun and adorable gift to make with each other. Get your own basic sweatshirt and go crazy with patches, embroidery, paint or any other creative touch of your choice. Not only will you have fun, but you’ll have a personalized and meaningful end product that you can both wear and treasure.

Box of Chocolates $10:
In a time of great uncertainty, why not go back to tradition? A box of chocolates is the perfect, simple gift to give your person.

Reversible Stuffed Plushie $10:
For the couples who have partners that don’t outwardly express their emotions, this is the right gift for you. The reversible plushie has two sides: angry and happy. If they have it on the happy side you can take that as a good sign, and vice versa. The reversible plushie has gone viral on TikTok, and many TikTok couples have found it useful in furthering their connection.

I Wrote a Book About You $11:
Sweet, funny and filled with meaningful prompts, this book is the perfect way to add your own personal touch to the gift. This fill-in-the blank book is designed to be a keepsake and can easily be done in an hour.

Albanese World’s Best 12 Flavor Gummi Bears (5 pounds), $12.11:
Gummi Bears are great for people who are not the biggest fans of chocolate. With 12 different flavors that come in bright colors, Albanese World’s Gummi Bears are the next best option. They are fat, gluten, dairy, peanut and treenut free.

Carhartt Men’s Knit Cuffed Beanie, $15:
Because we are in the dead of winter, having a trendy hat to keep you warm is a great gift to receive. Carharrt hats hug the head nicely, come in 27 different colors, are unisex and provide the much-needed warmth.

Creative Explosion Box, $18:
A creative and meaningful way to display the memories you have captured with your partner, the Explosion Box is a DIY photo album that, when opened, spreads out beautifully. The side flaps where you put the pictures fall back to reveal multi-layered cards. Not only can you include pictures, but there’s also a gift box in the middle where you can put the “main” gift.

Personalized M&M’s Teddy Bear Gift Box, $20:
An updated version of the candy hearts, the personalized M&M’s are a cute and delicious gift. You can include pictures, text and even choose the color of the M&M’s.

Burpee Black Coral Snake Plant, $23:
Does your loved one love plants? This is the perfect plant, especially for those who are curious about the prospect of adopting a plant child. Plus, it’s super easy to maintain and take care of, proving to be one of the most beginner-friendly house plants!

Glossier Limited Edition Balm Dot Com Roulette (set of three), $30:
The iconic Glossier Balm Dot Com now comes in a limited edition surprise set of three. They come in many delicious flavors like peach, birthday cake, cherry and more! A good lip balm is an essential for everyone all year round.

Baggu Fabric Face Masks (set of three), $32:
Because of COVID-19 still being around, why not have another mask? With an adjustable nose wire and ear loops, the Baggu Fabric Face Masks are comfortable and protective!

LEGO Flower Bouquet, $50:
Why give real flowers that’ll die in a week, when you can give flowers that’ll last for years? Although it’s on the pricier side, the LEGO Flower Bouquet is a fun activity you can do with your partner, and the outcome is just as pretty. With vibrant colors and adjustable stems, the flower bouquet is a great gift to give.

LoveBox Black & White, $100:
The LoveBox is a messaging device that, when connected with the app, goes beyond the regular forms of communication to deliver a specialized way of expressing affection. With the LoveBox, you can exchange messages, stickers and drawings in black and white (although there are colored versions that are more expensive.)

Bond Touch Bracelets, $118:
For the couples attempting long distance, the Bond Touch Bracelet is the gift for you. All you have to do is tap the screen and it will send a buzz to the person wearing the corresponding bracelet. You can customize the taps to create your own secret language, as well as personalize the bracelet to your liking. It’s waterproof and has a long-lasting battery life.

We hope this guide helped spark some gift ideas, but the end of the day, all that matters is showing you care for your loved ones. Happy Valentine’s Day!