Call us romantic, but we don’t think that Valentine’s Day should “suck” for anyone. It might seem that Cupid and Casanova reign supreme on February 14th, but why limit the love to the lovers?
These gifts under $30 are cuter than Cupid and a perfect present for any gal-pal, Secret Cupid office draw, “just a friend” or even your own little cherub at home. They may not scream “It’s Valentine’s Day!” but hey, let’s leave that task to the lovebirds. Give a nod to the holiday in a thoughtful and whimsical way with these “sweet something” gift ideas:
Handmade Paper Scrolls
Give a grown-up Valentine in festive flair with these elegant paper notes made in India. ($3.99 at World Market)
Mechanical Music Box
Making sweet music has never been easier, or more adorable, than with this little mechanical music box. ($8.00 at Urban Outfitters)
This how-to booklet and invisible ink kit are perfect for penning a secret love letter or trying your hand at amateur espionage. ($20.00 at Amazon.com)
Share the sweetness of candy, minus the calories, with this on-trend friendship bracelet. ($10.33 from Helloberry on Etsy)
Custom Holiday Pop-Tarts Gift Box
Breakfast in bed is great for a beau, but a custom box of holiday Pop-Tarts is also fun tribute to the most important meal of the day. ($14.95 at PopTartsWorld.com)
Hacky Sack meets Beanie Baby in this precious handmade memento, perfect for an old friend or schoolmate. ($26.00 from Sabahnur on Etsy)
Fish Corkscrew
Sure, there are lots of fish in the sea, but this handy corkscrew has to be the most original way to pop open a bottle of wine on Valentine’s Day. ($16.00 at Urban Outfitters)
No need to invest in an expensive spa day to give the gift of relaxation. This Wire Scalp Massager is probably the most cost-effective way to pamper a friend. ($2.98 at Amazon.com)
A spunky alternative to the standard bouquet of roses, this Venus Fly Trap is a humorous way to commemorate the day. ($4.69 at Amazon.com)
Mini Easel Chalkboard
Don’t let the sweet talk stop at Valentine’s Day. Use this Mini Easel Chalkboard to leave thoughtful memos year round. ($6.99 at World Market)
Whoever the recipient, these sweet somethings are a gesture of gratitude to suit any budget. For more ideas, see the rest of our Valentine’s Day Gift Guide on the Elfster Shop page.