Creative Valentine Gifts

I have to admit – I’m not really a fan of traditional anything. Tradition, to me, screams, “Boring!” or “By the book,” which both translate into, “not special,” at least in my mind. I don’t like guys who use the same old lines, movies that follow the same lame boy-meets-girl plot, or even plain vanilla or chocolate ice cream.

Now, I know that there are plenty of girls out there who melt when their boyfriends bring them a dozen red roses and who would love nothing more than an expensive box of Godiva chocolates from their men. One of my roommates is precisely that way and there is nothing wrong with that. I’m only suggesting that it might take a little more to woo some girls. To be blunt, because I know as well as any other female that the majority of males have not mastered the art of the subtle hint, this means more work for dudes. But isn’t your lady worth an extra hour or two of special consideration? To help you out, and get your creative juices flowing, the ladies at Details (okay, me) have done a little research and come up with some sweet ideas that you might want to mull over.

1. Hand-made cards. Never underestimate how much it means to a female when you go out of your way to make her something. Your creation doesn’t have to be breath-taking to look at – it could even be chicken scratch on a folded up piece of white printer paper (try to put a little more effort into it than that) however, it will mean so much more to her if you write out your own feelings rather than picking up something a complete stranger wrote for Hallmark.

2. Scrapbook photo album. Did I hear a collective groan from men around the world? Relax. I’m not suggesting some absurd 40 page album (although I’m sure if you went to such great lengths, it would be very much appreciated!) I’m talking about something smaller. Maybe a 5”x7” notebook or photo album that you fill with pictures of the two of you together, song lyrics or quotes, and a couple of short love notes written by you. Girls love that kind of thing!

3. Cook up your specialty. Or her favorite dish. It doesn’t have to be gourmet or even romantic food. Maybe the two of you really enjoy breakfast foods so you whip up a batch of pancakes (extra points if you shape them into hearts) and an omelet to share. If your female friend is one who complains that you don’t get to spend much “quality time” together, invite her into the kitchen to help. You’ll get that special time plus a delicious meal to enjoy with each other.

Guys, the moral of the blog is this – girls like it when they can tell you’ve been thoughtful on their behalf. Just remember that a little extra effort goes a long way.


~ Meg