Typical Valentine day gifts such as flowers and chocolates can end up costing a fortune. Worst of all, these seasonal symbols of love lack sentimentality and expire rather quickly. After years of experience, we think the best gifts to give (and receive) this holiday are homemade.
The thoughtfulness that is put into small details of homemade presents makes our loved ones feel special. Personal touches reminiscence the nuances that make relationships so meaningful. The only downside to investing in DIY gifts is the timely production that goes into making them. It can also be a little intimidating if you're not too crafty.
If you have a special someone in your life, but not a whole lot of time, money, or craftiness, here is your solution!
Send a cupful of love!
What you'll need
- Your admirer's favorite candies
- A tumbler of your choice:
Step One:
Wash out the tumbler.
Step Two:
Layer the various candies inside the tumbler.
Final Step:
Screw on the lid with straw sticking out.
Told you it was easy!
For advance crafters, you can get helium ballons and tie it onto the straw. If the ballon has a little stick on the end (like the one featured in the picture above) you can actually place the stick in the straw. This quick, and affordable homemade gift is reminiscent of traditional Valentine mementos and then some. Every time your Valentine takes a sip of a delicious drink they'll think of you! Nothing says romance like reusable.
