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101 Homemade Gifts Your Boyfriend Won’t Hate

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It can be so hard to shop for your boyfriend around Valentine’s Day. All of the traditional fall-backs of the holiday just don’t apply to boys. The flowers and teddy bears and chocolates that they can shower you with on Valentine’s Day aren’t exactly gifts that men would want to receive. So what’s a girl to do?

Well never fear! We’ve rounded up our favorite collections of Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him. And the best part about these gifts – they are all homemade! There is no better way to show the man in your life how much you care than by hand crafting a homemade gift for him. Homemade gifts require a lot of time, care, and effort. Because of this, they are the perfect physical representation of the love that you and your significant other share.

So take your time and browse through this collection of gift ideas. We’re sure you’ll find the perfect gift to make for your boyfriend!

Homemade Gifts Your Boyfriend Won't Hate

 

The Top 5 Homemade Gifts He Actually Wants

Sure, a watch is a nice and respectable gift. But is it a gift that your boyfriend actually wants? We’ve done the research and assembled the 5 Homemade Gifts He Actually Wants. One of those gifts is an all-time favorite of ours: Giant Oreos! Because everyone knows that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.

Giant Oreos

Check out the other four gifts he actually wants here!

 

DIY Gifts for the Guy Who Has It All

Is your boyfriend the type of guy who buys himself everything he needs, whenever he wants it? If so, then shopping for him can be a real struggle. That’s why homemade gifts are so great. Giving him a homemade gift means that you’re 100% sure that he doesn’t already own it! This collection of DIY Gifts for Boyfriend: 24 Paper Crafts for Guys Who Have It All has some great ideas for homemade gifts for your man. One of the cutest ideas is pictured below, 49 Reasons Why I Love You. It’s guaranteed to make your man’s heart melt!

49 Reasons I Love You Homemade Gift

Check out more DIY gifts here!

 

Still Stumped? We’ve Got MORE!

If you’re still on the hunt for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got 72 Valentine’s Day Ideas for Boyfriend, and we know that one of these will be the perfect gift idea for you! Just check out the adorable Tiny Painted Teacups and Saucers pictured below. Can’t you see yourself enjoying a warm cup of tea with your boyfriend?

Tiny Painted Teacups and Saucers

Check out more Valentine’s Day ideas here!

 

Comment below and let us know, what gifts will you give on Valentine’s Day?

Last Minute Valentine’s Day Crafts

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Uh oh, Valentine’s Day is SO soon and you have nothing to give to the ones you love?(I feel like this happens to me every year!)

Don’t worry, we’re here to save the day with last minute Valentine’s Day crafts to make for the ones you love!

It can be so hard to come up with ideas and I know that most people are tired of chocolate boxes, flowers, and teddy bears holding hearts (am I right?).

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Your friends and family are unique and it’s time to give them something to match their personality and show how much you care. Homemade > Store-bought. Hands. Down.

 

Ganache That’s Good. Because who doesn’t love ice cream?

Mason Jar Valentines. One stop at the craft store. One stop at the grocery store. Done and done.

I Love You Eye Chart. Can’t you SEE that I love THEE!?

Fancy Framed Valentine. Shabby Chic and super cute.

I Love You Because DIY Dry Erase Board. Because loving words aren’t just for Valentine’s Day people!

Custom Couple Silhouettes. This is perfect for long distance couples!

Pink and Red Crocheted Hearts. Make a card, a garland, a set of coasters – so many possibilities!

Valentine’s Day Love Letters. Cute for Valentine’s Day and even a little girl’s room.

Heart on the Sleeve Bracelet. Lovely little bracelets to make all of your best friends!

Still looking for that perfect gift?

 

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Homemade Valentine’s Day gifts for boyfriend are the best way to go this year. Gifts from the heart can cater to every type of guy, and FaveCrafts has something for everyone. Valentine’s Day ideas for boyfriend can be romantic, goofy and practical. The possibilities are endless for excellent Valentine’s Day gifts for boyfriends who love nature and even those who like sophisticated beverages like coffee and wine.

 

 

 

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6 Crafty Ways to Say “I Love You”

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For us crafty gals, sometimes the best way to express our feelings is through our work.  I know that whenever I want to show someone how I feel, I always wind up making them something.  Whether it’s a scrapbook for my mom’s birthday, a sewn necktie for Father’s Day or just a special handmade card for a friend’s birthday, handmade “labors of love” are always my go-to gifts.

So, with Valentine’s Day just a few short days away, I thought I’d share some of my favorite crafty ways to say “I love you” to that special someone.  And don’t worry if you don’t have enough time to finish these before February 14th. The great thing about all of these projects is they’ll be just as meaningful any time of year.  You can make these for birthdays, anniversaries and other milestones, or even better… as a “just because” present.  Aren’t those the best kind of gift?!

Handmade Cards – One of the easiest ways to say “I love you” is with a card you’ve made yourself!  It doesn’t have to look super professional; it just has to come from the heart!  If you’re looking for inspiration, this “Love You” note card and envelope is one of my favorites, but I also love this Charming Heart Card and the Treasured Love card.

 

Decorative Picture Frames – If you’re not the craftiest person, picture frames are a great project for you to tackle. You can give yours a personal touch and include a special photo of one of your favorite memories!  These Fancy Frames are so elegant looking, and this Lovely Lace Frame would be perfect for a girly girl.

 

Flowers from Yarn – Who doesn’t love receiving flowers?  The only thing I don’t like about it is mine tend to die pretty quickly, and nothing’s sadder than a wilting rose. So, why not make that special someone a flower or bouquet that will last forever!  This knitted Peruvia rose is beautiful, and so is this crocheted Always Blooming Bouquet.


 

Gifts with Photos – Turn your favorite picture of you and your loved one into a keepsake they can display in their home!  I love this personalized photo clock and also these reversible family photo placemats (though it might be sort of strange to eat your dinner on top of your cousin’s face, it’s still super cute as a kitchen decoration!).  You can also preserve special memories in the form of a cute accessory with this Glass Photo Pendant.  Speaking of jewelry…

 

Jewelry – If there’s a lady in your life who you want to shower with gifts of love, there’s no better present than handmade jewelry!  Make her this “Live, Laugh, Love” charm bracelet and she’ll make it part of her everyday wardrobe; I guarantee it!  I also love the idea of this hidden message locket!

 

Sweets – The way to just about anyone’s heart is through their stomach, or at least that’s the way the saying goes. So, if you really want to show your love, make them a sweet treat!  Chocolate is almost universally loved, so why not make them these Love Struck Chocolates?  Or even better, how about this Amazing and Edible Chocolate Body Scrub?! If you want to go the candy route, you could always whip up a batch of homemade Conversation Candy Hearts.  And they might not be edible, but these chocolate-inspired crochet patterns would definitely be a hit with anyone who has even the tiniest bit of a sweet tooth!  Check out the Amigurumi Chocolate Fountain, the Heart Shaped Box of Chocolates and the Hot Chocolate Amigurumi!

 

Have you ever made someone a homemade gift?  What did you make?

Link Love: Valentine’s Day Crafts

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Valentine’s Day is on its way! Here are some more cool craft ideas I found from around the web. Use these craft ideas for a Valentine’s Day party, or just to decorate your home for the holiday. Some of the craft ideas can even be left up all year round if you’re a fan of red and pink! I included some handmade cards and other gifts in the round-up too, in case you’re exchanging Valentines this year with that special someone. And for those who love to dress the part, Valentine’s Day accessories and other wearables will do the trick!

By the way, if you haven’t signed up for our Valentine’s Day card swap yet, there’s still time! The sign up deadline in February 1st, so go sign up and then start making your handmade card. I haven’t decided what I’m making yet, but there are plenty of ideas floating around on the internet!

  1. Valentine Heart Cookie Sandwiches from Make and Takes
  2. Painted Heart Bag from V & Co.
  3. String Wall Art from Que Linda
  4. Pop-up Valentine Cards from Martha Stewart
  5. Glittered Mason Jars from Tatertots and Jello
  6. Crochet Heart Bobby Pins from With a Grateful Prayer and a Thankful Heart
  7. Striped Origami Heart Garland from How About Orange
  8. Love Frames from I Will Craft
  9. Stenciled Heart Bookmarks from 30 Handmade Days

FaveCrafts 365 Valentine’s Day Treat

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The matchbook is a very versatile fold. You can place lots of fun items into this pattern like a photo, a few sheets of memo paper, or in this case a sweet treat for Valentine’s Day! Watch the video to see what my friend Carol and I came up with for our dive buddies.  Just click here for the instructions to this project

For more great Valentine’s Day projects check out these free downloadable e-books put together by the fabulous editors at FaveCrafts.com

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How To: Unique Ideas for Valentine’s Day

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Have you hit the proverbial wall when it comes to unique ideas for Valentine’s Day? Your significant other and your friends basically know what to expect from you, like they do every year. Unique ideas for Valentine’s Day are foreign to you. In the originality department, you need a refresher.

Let’s be honest, Valentine’s Day is all about the red and pink hearts, lovey dovey stuffed animals and pretty flowers. Sure, that’s all a huge part of what has made Valentine’s Day what it is. But there’s another element of this holiday that often gets overlooked, even though it’s glaring us in the face. LOVE! While you’re looking at all those red and pink hearts this year, hopefully it reminds you of the love you have for your boyfriend, spouse, friends and family members.

What is love? It’s a feeling. It’s an emotion. I believe that love is best shown, not said. Think about the special things you share with your loved ones to come up with some great gifts and heartfelt unique ideas for Valentine’s Day.

1. What’s your boyfriend’s favorite candy? If he loves Skittles or M&M’s, put them in small packages with sweet love notes for him to find throughout the day – one in his car, gym bag, medicine cabinet, laptop bag. If you really have some extra time – go through the Skittles and pick out all the red and purple ones and give those instead of the entire assortment! Do the same for the red M&M’s.

2. Make him something he’s not expecting. You’ve noticed that all his socks have holes in them, or his underwear really need an update. Make a special Valentine gift that’s practical and thoughtful. If you’re a knitter, knit a pair of great socks. Or buy a fun pair of cotton boxers and decorate them for Valentine’s Day! Check out this knit sock pattern, and this craft project for Valentine boxers.

3. Say “I Love You” with a poem. Sometimes those ready-made greeting cards don’t quite express how we feel about our loved ones. Say something meaningful in a heartfelt poem that your guy will appreciate and treasure – yes, even boys might like poems. Make a pretty (or cheesy) Valentine card to go with it, to bring out the sensitive and goofy side of you as well. Poems don’t always have to rhyme, either!

4. Order take-out from a variety of your favorite restaurants, for a feast-for-2 in the comfort of your own home. Take the reigns on the dinner plans this year, instead of always relying on him to make the first move. He’ll appreciate being let off the hook for once, and might make up for it in other areas. Try something creative like personalized or heart-themed napkin rings or dinnerware. Follow this tutorial for Valentine Table Setting and Custom Dinnerware.

For more unique ideas for Valentine’s Day, check out these 12 suggestions for every type of guy.

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