DIY Projects
Valentine's Day Crafts
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Megan Graney
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Updated on 02/01/21
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Of course, Valentine’s Day is a great time of the year to shower your romantic partner with gifts and attention, but consider it also the perfect opportunity to bring joy to everyone you have a fondness for this year, from your favorite barista to a cherished niece or nephew.
Homemade gifts are always extra special, and when you create one from this well-curated list of DIYs, your presents will undoubtedly prove thoughtful and polished. Try a few of the ideas here, and treat everyone you love to an extra special February.
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DIY Resin Coasters
One of the easiest ways to liven up a coffee table is to style it with a couple of chic, show-off items. Gift your home decor-savvy friend a set of pretty homemade resin coasters: they will fit in perfectly with a statement book and a couple of lively succulents, bringing their living room tablescape to the next level.
DIY Resin Coasters from The Spruce Crafts
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DIY Lip Balm
For the beauty-fanatic in your life, create and gift a set of handmade lip balms. The best part about DIY beauty products? They’re guaranteed cruelty-free and never tested on animals, so you can gift with a clear conscience.
DIY Lip Balm from The Spruce Crafts
03 of 20
Polymer Clay Earrings
If you have an enthusiastic Galentine's group, consider creating polymer clay jewelry for each of your pals as you celebrate one another this year.Earrings are a great option for beginning clay crafters with no advanced technique required, and you can fully customize each pair to your friends’ specific tastes.
Polymer Clay Earrings from The Spruce Crafts
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Embroidered Koozie
Break out your sewing machine to whip up a few colorful koozies—perfect for your beer-enthusiast sweetie this Valentine’s Day. Not much of an embroiderer? Skip that bit of this tutorial, and instead opt for patterned fabric and trim that your Valentine will love.
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Beeswax and Honey Soap
It’s the little luxuries that can truly enhance a person’s day-to-day, and artisan bath products definitely fit that bill. This tutorial for beeswax and honey soap yields a beautiful, rustic product, with just a hint of perfume that will suit most people.
Beeswax and Honey Soap from The Spruce Crafts
06 of 20
Tote Bag
No one can ever have enough tote bags, and a homemade, durable one with side pockets proves itself useful again and again. Gift this to a favorite aunt who visits the farmer's market every weekend or a niece who spends her free time at the beach.
Tote Bag from The Spruce Crafts
07 of 20
DIY Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand
Consider the budding botanist on your Valentine's Day gift list completed: a mid-century-inspired wooden plant stand is not only a practical present, but it’s also a personal, homey, and thoughtful addition to a thriving indoor garden.
DIY Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand from The Spruce Crafts
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Homemade Candle
There’s something especially soothing about lighting your favorite scented candle on a Saturday morning while you’re tidying up your home. Gift that sense of peaceful calm to a cherished friend with a homemade candle or two. This recipe is especially accessible for beginners, and you can completely customize the color and scent.
Homemade Candles from The Spruce Crafts
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Painted Picture Frame
The perfect option for a sentimental gift, a personalized picture frame is always a fantastic present—especially when filled with a cherished photograph or a handmade piece of art. Finish this artful piece with a protective clear coat to ensure longevity.
Painted Picture Frame from The Spruce Crafts
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Adjustable Dog Collar
Show your furry friend some love this Valentine’s Day by crafting them a brand new collar. This model is especially useful: it’s adjustable to accommodate still-growing animals, and the accents are fully customizable to truly suit your pet’s personality.
Adjustable Dog Collar from The Spruce Crafts
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Pegboard Jewelry Holder
For the accessory-aficionado, create a practical storage solution in the form of a pegboard And bonus: this versatile pegboard piece is a great option for small spaces and renters alike. Tailor the color and finishes to your intended recipient’s aesthetic.
Pegboard Jewelry Holder from The Spruce Crafts
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DIY Tablet Case
If your gift recipient is someone who has it all, consider gifting the perfect accessory: a sturdy homemade case for a tablet or e-reader. Bonus points for personalizing the tablet cover with hand-painted initials or a pretty stenciled design.
DIY Tablet Case from The Spruce Crafts
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Succulent Wreath
Faux greenery has come a long way, and fake plants these days look a whole lot like the real thing, making them absolutely perfect to craft with. Try attaching faux succulents to an embroidery hoop for an all-season accent piece that’s definitely gift-worthy.
Succulent Wreath from The Spruce Crafts
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Neck Pillow
For your valentine who is also an avid traveler, consider creating them a homemade jet-setter kit, complete with a hand-stitched neck pillow. Add a sleep mask and a travel-sized face spray for the ultimate frequent flyer giftset.
Use a waterproof, durable fabric to ensure the pillow is easily sanitized after long flights or train rides.
Neck Pillow from The Spruce Crafts
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Adjustable Bow Tie
Especially if you and your Valentine celebrate by dressing up and hitting the town, a hand-sewn adjustable bow tie might be the perfect gift. Feeling ambitious? Sew a set of three to allow your recipient a few fun accessory options.
Adjustable Bow Tie from The Spruce Crafts
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Denim Apron
Sturdy, chef-grade aprons can be pricey and not always in the budget for a Valentine’s Day gift for the home cook. So, turn instead to your sewing machine. This straightforward tutorial is accessible even for beginning tailors, so don’t hesitate to give it a try.
Denim Apron from The Spruce Crafts
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Drawstring Bag
The beautiful thing about his DIY drawstring bag is that it’s only half of the present—fill it with a special set of colored pencils, a new piece of jewelry, or a few fun beauty products for a comprehensive Valentine’s gift.
Drawstring Bag from The Spruce Crafts
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Brass Tapered Candle Holders
For the modern homemaker whose tastes veer toward industrial-chic, craft a set of copper pipe candle holders. This makes great use of leftover bits of pipe from past projects, so rummage through your scraps before venturing to the hardware store.
Brass Tapered Candle Holders from The Spruce Crafts
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Clay Jewelry Holder
A lovely little tray to drop your prettiest things into after a long day can really help a person feel organized and uncluttered. Even if you’re a polymer clay novice, this project is super simple—and its results totally enviable—so you’ll end up making one for your entire squad this Valentine’s Day.
Clay Jewelry Holder from The Spruce Crafts
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Exfoliating Loofah Soap
These pretty homemade soaps have a double-duty: they’re an exfoliator and cleanser in one. Create a few batches with different scents and colors, then build a lovely gift basket perfect for that couple of busy recipients on your Valentine’s gift list who could use some time for self-care.
Exfoliating Loofah Soap from The Spruce Crafts
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DIY Resin Coasters
Resin coasters are a popular DIY project that involves pouring resin into molds to create unique and personalized coasters. Resin is a two-part material that, when combined, creates a hard and glossy finish. This project allows you to experiment with different colors, patterns, and even embed objects like flowers or glitter into the resin.
DIY Lip Balm
Making your own lip balm is a fun and practical DIY project. It involves melting together ingredients like beeswax, oils (such as coconut or almond oil), and essential oils for fragrance. The mixture is then poured into small containers or tubes to solidify. DIY lip balm allows you to customize the ingredients and flavors to your liking, and it's a great way to ensure that the products you use are cruelty-free.
Polymer Clay Earrings
Polymer clay earrings are a trendy and accessible DIY craft. Polymer clay is a versatile material that can be molded, shaped, and baked to create various jewelry pieces. This project involves conditioning the clay, shaping it into earrings, and then baking them in an oven to harden. The earrings can be customized with different colors, patterns, and designs, making them a unique gift for friends or loved ones.
Embroidered Koozie
An embroidered koozie is a DIY project that adds a personal touch to a drink holder. It typically involves sewing fabric or felt together to create a sleeve that fits around a can or bottle. The fabric can then be embroidered with decorative stitches, patterns, or personalized messages. Embroidered koozies make great gifts for beer enthusiasts or anyone who enjoys a cold beverage.
Beeswax and Honey Soap
Making beeswax and honey soap is a DIY project that combines natural ingredients to create a luxurious and moisturizing soap. This project involves melting together beeswax, oils (like olive or coconut oil), and adding honey for its skin-nourishing properties. The mixture is then poured into molds to harden and form soap bars. Beeswax and honey soap is a thoughtful and handmade gift option for those who appreciate natural skincare products.
Tote Bag
Creating a homemade tote bag is a practical and customizable DIY project. This project typically involves cutting and sewing fabric pieces together to create a durable and reusable bag. Tote bags can be personalized with different fabrics, patterns, and even pockets. They make great gifts for friends or family members who enjoy shopping, going to the beach, or carrying items on-the-go.
DIY Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand
A DIY mid-century modern plant stand is a project that combines woodworking and home decor. This project involves cutting and assembling wooden pieces to create a stylish and functional stand for indoor plants. Mid-century modern plant stands typically have clean lines, geometric shapes, and are finished with a natural wood stain or paint. This project allows you to showcase your plants in a unique and aesthetically pleasing way.
Homemade Candle
Creating homemade candles is a popular DIY project that allows you to customize the scent, color, and container of the candle. This project involves melting candle wax, adding fragrance oils or essential oils for scent, and pouring the mixture into containers with wicks. Homemade candles make great gifts as they can be tailored to the recipient's preferences, and they provide a cozy and relaxing atmosphere when lit.
Painted Picture Frame
A personalized painted picture frame is a thoughtful and sentimental DIY gift idea. This project involves selecting a plain wooden or metal frame and painting it with desired colors, patterns, or designs. You can also add personal touches like names, dates, or messages to make it even more special. Painted picture frames are a great way to display cherished photographs or artwork.
Adjustable Dog Collar
Crafting an adjustable dog collar is a DIY project that allows you to create a customized and comfortable collar for your furry friend. This project typically involves sewing together durable fabric, adding adjustable straps, and attaching hardware like buckles and D-rings. Adjustable dog collars ensure a proper fit for dogs of different sizes and can be personalized with various colors or patterns.
Pegboard Jewelry Holder
A pegboard jewelry holder is a practical and space-saving DIY project for organizing and displaying jewelry. This project involves attaching a pegboard to a wall or frame and adding hooks, dowels, or other hardware for hanging and storing necklaces, bracelets, and other accessories. Pegboard jewelry holders can be customized with different paint colors or finishes to match the recipient's style.
DIY Tablet Case
Crafting a homemade tablet case is a DIY project that combines sewing and personalization. This project involves measuring and cutting fabric to create a protective case that fits a tablet or e-reader. The fabric can be customized with hand-painted designs, stencils, or other decorative elements. DIY tablet cases make great gifts for tech-savvy individuals who want a unique and stylish case for their devices.
Succulent Wreath
Making a succulent wreath is a creative and long-lasting DIY project. This project involves arranging and attaching faux succulents onto a wreath form, typically made of wire or foam. Succulent wreaths can be hung on doors or walls, adding a touch of greenery and beauty to any space. Faux succulents are a low-maintenance option and allow the wreath to be enjoyed all year round.
Neck Pillow
Creating a hand-stitched neck pillow is a DIY project that provides comfort and support during travels. This project involves sewing fabric pieces together, filling them with stuffing or microbeads, and shaping them into a pillow that supports the neck while sitting or sleeping. Hand-stitched neck pillows can be personalized with fabric patterns or colors, making them a thoughtful gift for frequent travelers.
Adjustable Bow Tie
Crafting an adjustable bow tie is a DIY project that allows you to create a stylish accessory for special occasions. This project involves cutting and sewing fabric pieces together, adding adjustable straps or fasteners, and shaping them into a bow tie. Adjustable bow ties can be made in different colors, patterns, or fabrics to match the recipient's style and preferences.
Denim Apron
Sewing a denim apron is a practical and durable DIY project for home cooks or makers. This project involves cutting and sewing denim fabric into a bib-style apron that provides protection while cooking or crafting. Denim aprons can be customized with pockets, straps, or other functional features. They make great gifts for those who enjoy spending time in the kitchen or working on creative projects.
Drawstring Bag
Making a drawstring bag is a versatile and customizable DIY project. This project involves cutting and sewing fabric pieces together, adding a drawstring closure, and optionally decorating the bag with embroidery or other embellishments. Drawstring bags can be used for storing small items, gifts, or as a reusable gift bag. They can be personalized with different fabrics, colors, or designs.
Brass Tapered Candle Holders
Crafting brass tapered candle holders is a DIY project that adds a touch of elegance to any tabletop or decor. This project involves shaping and assembling brass pipe pieces to create candle holders. Brass tapered candle holders can be customized with different heights, finishes, or even combined with other materials like wood or marble. They make great gifts for those who appreciate modern and minimalist design.
Clay Jewelry Holder
Creating a clay jewelry holder is a simple and stylish DIY project. This project involves shaping polymer clay into a tray or dish that can hold jewelry or small accessories. The clay can be personalized with textures, patterns, or painted with metallic finishes. Clay jewelry holders make great gifts for organizing and displaying jewelry in a visually appealing way.
Exfoliating Loofah Soap
Making exfoliating loofah soap is a DIY project that combines soap-making and skincare. This project involves melting soap base, adding exfoliating loofah pieces, and pouring the mixture into molds to create soap bars. Exfoliating loofah soaps cleanse and exfoliate the skin, leaving it smooth and refreshed. They make great gifts for those who enjoy indulging in self-care and spa-like experiences.
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