57 Craft Ideas for Making Valentine Gifts and Decorations

There's something about receiving a handmade Valentine gift that makes one feel special and loved. A gift, that you know has taken thought and time, is more personal and anticipated than a purchased gift.

I've searched for Valentine gift and decorating ideas that are unique and romantic. In this article I'll be sharing with you the special crafts that I found in my search. All the projects included here also include a nice picture of the craft and the site name that takes you directly to the tutorial.

Express your affection with gifts and decorations that you have handmade with love and attention.

Find the instructions for making the love blocks shown above at craftaholics anonymous.

This is so simple to make, but it gives the love message that you want to express. Find the directions at Crafty Journal.

Everything you want to say to your Sweetheart in this beautiful, sparkly garland. You'll find the tutorial for making this garland at This is Glamorous.

Make these cute little fellows for all the little love monsters in your life. Fun to make and fun to receive. The instructions can be found at create.craft.love.

Check the instructions at A JENNUINE Life to see how easy this project it.

This is such a cute, super easy gift to make. Be sure to check out the instructions at Nest of Posies.

If giving this as a gift, don't forget to include the year on the calendar. A nice keepsake. Go to me and my diy for the directions.

Remember to add flowers or candy when you present a potholder to your Sweetheart on Valentine's Day, and then take her or him out for dinner. The directions for these potholders can be found at a SPOONFULofSugar.

I love the simple elegance of this easy valentine project. Martha Stewart has the instructions for making these hearts.

You'll find the tutorial for making this raffia garland at How to Make a Lighted Raffia Valentine Garland. Easy and inexpensive to make.

This beautiful topiary will look perfect wherever you decide to display it. You'll be able to make this Valentine topiary by following the directions given at Crafts ‘n Coffee.

These are a knock-off of some sold at Pottery Barn. Really a great idea and so easy to make. Look for the directions at Lookie what I did!

A great gift for anyone who loves to read or uses paper clips. Go to Squishy-Cute DESIGNS to find out how they are made.

Here is the answer if you are needing an easy wrap for a small Valentine gift. A great party favor!! Nest of Posies is where you'll find the directions.

Whether the kids make this love bird garland, and use crayons to color them, or if you make the garland using paints or markers, this garland will become a family keeper. Find out how to make this beautiful love bird garland by going to the make and takes site.

This is such a cool idea. Make a love knot bracelet for someone you love by going to the Martha Stewart site for directions.

This is a great Valentine's Day gift, but it is also a nice holiday décor to use for bridal or baby occasions. Find the instructions for this project at mom it forward.

These hearts are very simple to make, but they pack a whollop when you see the finished product. Go to we know stuff to find out how to make them.

You'll have to get to the paint store early if you are going to get the colors you want for your Valentine bookmarks. See how they are made at Lu Bird BABY.

This is the first time that I've run onto this method of making votive containers. See what I mean by checking the instructions at tatertots & jello.

Everything has a place in your handbag when you have a set like this. A coin purse, a tissue pouch, a pen sleeve, an eyeglass case and a business card pocket. Perfect!! Find what you'll need to know to make this set by going to Craftynest.

You can even write messages and include them inside the envelopes in this garland. The tutorial for making this garland, or banner, is found at CAPTAIN CRAFTY.

Isn't this precious? Make any little or big girl you know happy with a gift like this. Find the instructions at THAT'S MY LETTER.

Coasters are always a welcome gift. You'll find the directions for making these coasters at Chic Tags.

Think of all the ways you could use these little candy filled hearts: classroom treats, wedding favors, or put out a bowl of them for drop in visitors. Go to in my own style for the instructions.

Here is an interesting way to use wine corks and to make a nice Valentine gift at the same time. Go to hometalk for the instructions.

Give a year round reminder to the one you love with is walling hanging. Find the instructions at Sweet Rose Studio.

I think you could also make this work for an i-Pad cover. Find the directions at diy network.

Now that chunky jewelry is back in style, make these for Valentine's Day and then use other colors for your usual outfits. Go to eighteen 25 to see how to make them.

This is a cute project using melted crayon pieces. You'll find all the directions for this outstanding kid's gift at Pretty Handy Girl.com.

Show someone how much you love and think of them by making and presenting them with a beautiful frame. You'll find the directions for making this frame at PBSparents.

Your loved one will be reminded every day of your love while using this coffee sleeve. You'll find the directions for making this project at Smile Monsters.

This is such a beautiful candle and you'll be surprised how easy it is to make. Find the directions at a glimpse inside.

Would you believe that these unique heart earrings are made using paperclips and string? I love this idea. pitter & glink shows you how to make them.

Make this game of hearts one that you can play with young and old alike. You'll find the tutorial for making this Tic Tac Toe game at alphamom. Love it!!

For a quick and easy Valentine gift, go to The Artful Crafter to see how to make this heart decorated candle.

For Sweethearts or bff, this is the perfect matched puzzle necklace. You'll find out how to make these necklaces at craft.

I absolutely love this arrangement. To make one like it, go to THE idea ROOM. These beautiful balls would also be appropriate as a shower or wedding decoration.

Here is a unique idea that really interests me. Check out the instructions for making these coupon booklets, made from playing cards, at CRAFT.

This would be beautiful framed. Find out how to do this iris fold heart at Family Crafts.

Follow the instructions at oopsey daisy to make this beautiful felt heart garland. Decorate for your Sweetheart.

Help the kids make Valentines to give to family, friends and classmates by going to Mom On TIMEOUT for the tutorial to make these love bug valentines. They'll love making and giving these Valentines.

This books and arrows centerpiece is more a décor idea than a Valentine centerpiece. This centerpiece is an unique centerpiece for anytime of the year. Would look great on a mantel also. Find the instructions for making the arrows at CELEBRATIONS.

This is a cool way to count down the days until Valentine's day. It will also give your Sweetheart a gentle reminder of how many days he has left to buy a gift. Go to Infarrantly Creative for the tutorial.

You'll find the tutorial for making these special Valentine paper cubes at the Crafts ‘n Coffee site. Another easy, but so very pretty Valentine craft.

Serenity Now has the directions for making this beautiful tinsel wreath. This would also make a nice theme for a bridal shower of baby shower decoration.

You'll find three heart necklace choices to make for your loved one and the directions for making the necklaces at tatertots & jello. Very nice gift idea.

I love these topiary trees, they're just the right amount of Valentine décor to place on a shelf or the mantel. You'll find the tutorial for making this topiary at Crafts ‘n Coffee. A beautiful gift to make for your Love.

One thing that makes a gift even nicer than usual is if the gift has been homemade with love. Show your extra special love my gifting a beautiful heart shaped pendant. Find the instructions for making this pendant at Purple Hues and Me.

I love the looks of this crepe paper hanging heart. I think that I would want to preserve it in a shadow box type picture frame. Find the directions for making this heart at the at Second street site.

Create and Decorate is the site where you'll find the instructions for making a wreath using Valentine themed cupcake papers. Beautiful!

Make Princess or Super Hero wooden peg doll Valentines to give to friends and classmates. Find the directions at Crossing the Bugger-Dixon Line. What fun to make and to receive.

Use pages of an old book to make the hearts for this Valentine wreath. You can find the tutorial for making this wreath at McAdams family. I really like this wreath combining love with book love.

A template is included in the directions at Quirky Inspired so making this project will be a lot easier than it looks. A great teenage project.

Red Ted Art has an easy salt dough recipe and the instructions for making these hearts on their website. Kids will love making and gifting these Valentines.

If you are looking for ideas for making Valentine cards, check out this article, Easy Homemade Valentine Cards for School Exchange. Find Valentine cards for kids, and for adults. Ideas for classroom exchange cards. Pictures and site names to tutorials.

You'll find so many more great Valentine gift ideas at 53 Outstanding Handmade Valentine Gift Ideas..