Are you searching for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your boyfriend or husband? Today’s lineup of DIY Valentine’s Day gifts for men has you covered.
From romantic coupons and “open when” letters to creative candy, insanely fabulous bacon roses, and infused alcohol you won’t find a better collection of Valentine’s Day gifts for men.
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Date Jar
All you’ll need to recreate this date jar idea is a mason jar, paper, pen, and a few clutch date ideas.
Date Night Ideas
Here are a few of favorite date night ideas in case you need a little inspiration:)
Take a ballroom dancing class
Cook your favorite childhood food together (instead of the standard dinner date)
Go on a picnic (indoor or outdoor)
Spend an hour brainstorming your ideas of the perfect date – together
Go to a comedy club
Take a cooking class, or recreate a cooking class at home if that’s too pricey
Take a long walk on a hiking trail, or the beach, or a local park
Go to the bookstore – you’ll get to know each other better by noticing what section he’s drawn towards
Visit a local organic farm or outdoor market
Go antique shopping (or window shopping)
Google the places of interest in your hometown and go!
If you need more date night ideas, check out 101 Creative Dates🙂
I found this kit that comes with the jar, wish tickets, and pen on Amazon prime.
Now all you need to do is write your ideas and put them into the jar. Boom: you’ve got a thoughtful and romantic Valentine’s Day gift for your husband or boyfriend, and you still have money to buy a cute outfit to wear:)
Tunnel of Love
Here’s a sweet & romantic gift idea that won’t take up too much time or money! Plus, this one comes with a Free Printable! Check it out on Flamingo Toes
Year of Dates Gift
This year of dates idea is impressive, but if you are pinched for time, you may want to save it for next year. This DIY Valentine’s Day gift for men requires planning – starting with a little brainstorming.
If you’re up for it now, the easiest way to start is by grabbing a pen and paper and making a list of date ideas.
If the ideas aren’t flowing yet, try listing the major holidays, then go over to checkiday to see if any odd-ball holidays inspire you. Check out The Big Activity Book for Couples – it is full of ideas!
Then think of his interests – is he a hunter? Golfer? Does he live for the grill? The pool? Include a gift card – SwimOutlet is a great option!
Get creative and have fun.
Candy Bar Card
If you need a fabulous and fun gift fast, this candy bar idea has your back!
Bacon Infused Whiskey
When you think you’ve seen it all, here’s comes a recipe for bacon-infused whiskey!
I love this DIY Valentine’s Day gift for men, and if you want to go the extra mile, go ahead and pair it with The Bacon Bible.
He’ll love it!
Coupon Book Made with Love
Use this free printable to create the ultimate coupon book for Valentine’s Day!
Love Coupon Ideas
- One back rub
- A day of compliments
- Master of the remote (for a day)
- One “You Can Pick Where We Eat” Date
- Romantic Walk
- A Phone Free Night
Open When Letters & Free Printable
All you need for this DIY Valentine’s Day gift for men is card stock paper, access to a printer, and a pair of scissors! Oh, and a few creative ideas to use:)
Chocolate-Dipped Bacon Roses
If you want to make something special for him, try this recipe for chocolate-dipped bacon roses!
Alcohol Bouquet
Maybe the best way to say I love you isn’t with flowers? Up your Valentine’s Day game with a whiskey bouquet.
Rosemary Mint Shaving Cream
Or go the DIY route with this “recipe” for mint shaving cream.
5 Senses DIY Gift Idea
Need a He Will 100% Love It Guarantee gift idea? Get creative with the five senses: see, hear, touch, taste, and smell.
Love Letters
This idea is cool because it has the DIY feel, but you don’t have to be super crafty to pull it off! Also a bonus: you get prompts to inspire your letters like:
- When we first met…
- I knew you were the one for me when…
- What I love about us…
- I promise to you…
- It’s the little things, like when…
- You are remarkable because…
- Here’s a story I’ve never told you…
- This is an invitation to…
- I never want to forget this…
Did I mention you can get it on Amazon Prime for under $15?
How to Make a Sock Bouquet
Maybe try pairing the 5 senses sensual gift with a practical one like this sock bouquet?
Library of Love
Here’s an idea you can make for Valentine’s Day to serve as a romantic scrapbook of sorts for all of the important memories you want to last. You’ll need a small box, some card stock paper, and six months to a year or more of good times together!
Printable Love Coupon Book
I Think You’re Red Hot Gift Basket
Or make a Red Hot gift basket for him with these ideas.
The Story of Us Scrapbook
If you have some time, this romantic Valentine’s Day idea shows you how to create an epic scrapbook!
Message in A Bottle
Finally, if you want to go with the ultimate DIY Valentine’s Day gift for men, make this message in a bottle keychain with this helpful tutorial.
Ok, so hopefully I’ve shown you today that you don’t have to spend a ton of money to give a memorable Valentine’s Day gift. If there’s a DIY gift I missed, please let me know so I can add it!
Happy Valentine’s Day!
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