Easy Valentine’s Day Gestures That Say I love You
Simple and non-clichéd ways to show your loved one what they mean to you
Valentine’s Day is rapidly approaching and for those who struggle with romance, this can be a terrifying time. The high expectations and pressure to produce romantic gestures and gifts can be overwhelming, as well as expensive. Not to mention the feelings of awkwardness for those who struggle with expressing their emotions or public displays of affection. I’m here to tell you everything will be alright – take some deep breaths and read on. There’s no need to break the bank or to spend hours writing love letters; there are simple but very effective ways to let your better half know they are loved and appreciated, all without leaving the house.
Get the kids involved
If you and your partner have children together, it’s worthwhile getting them involved in celebrating Valentine’s Day. A child’s drawing of Mum and Dad is precious and personal. An image of love through the eyes of a child will always be pure, and if you’re lucky, entertaining and funny!
If you and your partner have children together, it’s worthwhile getting them involved in celebrating Valentine’s Day. A child’s drawing of Mum and Dad is precious and personal. An image of love through the eyes of a child will always be pure, and if you’re lucky, entertaining and funny!
Make some handcrafted hearts
The heart is the international symbol for love, and there are an endless number of ways to make these yourself. Shape your partner’s food into hearts using cookie cutters, or simply cut out some paper hearts.
Folded paper hearts are one of the easiest origami projects and only take five minutes to construct. A perfect heartfelt gift to place on your partner’s pillow or in an unexpected place, like their car or office.
The heart is the international symbol for love, and there are an endless number of ways to make these yourself. Shape your partner’s food into hearts using cookie cutters, or simply cut out some paper hearts.
Folded paper hearts are one of the easiest origami projects and only take five minutes to construct. A perfect heartfelt gift to place on your partner’s pillow or in an unexpected place, like their car or office.
Do your partner’s chores
Is your partner in charge of taking out the garbage or making the bed? Whatever their chores are, pick a few and get them done before they do. It’s always a pleasant surprise to discover you have less work to do than you originally thought. And there is no risk of feeling corny or over-the-top while taking out the garbage, but your partner is bound to feel warm and fuzzy on the inside knowing you have made an effort to lighten their load.
Is your partner in charge of taking out the garbage or making the bed? Whatever their chores are, pick a few and get them done before they do. It’s always a pleasant surprise to discover you have less work to do than you originally thought. And there is no risk of feeling corny or over-the-top while taking out the garbage, but your partner is bound to feel warm and fuzzy on the inside knowing you have made an effort to lighten their load.
Use your Valentine’s favourite food
Making or buying your Valentine some of their favourite food is a simple, but meaningful gift. Attach a tag with your partner’s pet name to add a personal touch. Simple, cost-effective and romantic.
This image shows simple and lovingly wrapped homemade banana bread. A little ‘you’re sweet’ tag finishes the delicious parcel off nicely.
Making or buying your Valentine some of their favourite food is a simple, but meaningful gift. Attach a tag with your partner’s pet name to add a personal touch. Simple, cost-effective and romantic.
This image shows simple and lovingly wrapped homemade banana bread. A little ‘you’re sweet’ tag finishes the delicious parcel off nicely.
Create time out
Make your partner take some time out for themselves. Run them a bath, add bubbles and pour them a glass of their favourite wine.
If a long soak in the tub isn’t your partner’s thing, treat them with their favourite magazines and set them up in a cosy spot to enjoy some quiet time.
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Make your partner take some time out for themselves. Run them a bath, add bubbles and pour them a glass of their favourite wine.
If a long soak in the tub isn’t your partner’s thing, treat them with their favourite magazines and set them up in a cosy spot to enjoy some quiet time.
More: Bath Lovers Unite: 18 Deluxe Tubs You’ll Love
Use song lyrics
Do you and your partner share a special song? Or do you share a particular memory associated with song lyrics? Print out one or two lines of your partner’s favourite song and frame it. You could also write it on a note and pop it on their pillow, or simply text it to them during the day. Be sure to credit the author and don’t pass off any poetry or lyrics as your own.
Do you and your partner share a special song? Or do you share a particular memory associated with song lyrics? Print out one or two lines of your partner’s favourite song and frame it. You could also write it on a note and pop it on their pillow, or simply text it to them during the day. Be sure to credit the author and don’t pass off any poetry or lyrics as your own.
Incorporate humour
Humour is important in any relationship, and it can be an effective way to express how you feel while still keeping the tone light and comfortable. This humorous card from Wordsetc is a fun way to say that you have fallen for your partner harder than first anticipated.
Pin your card in an unexpected spot so that your partner will come across it during their day.
Humour is important in any relationship, and it can be an effective way to express how you feel while still keeping the tone light and comfortable. This humorous card from Wordsetc is a fun way to say that you have fallen for your partner harder than first anticipated.
Pin your card in an unexpected spot so that your partner will come across it during their day.
Have a movie night at home
Enjoy a night in with your partner’s favourite movie. Organise popcorn, treats, snuggly blankets and pillows for a cosy night at home. If the movie isn’t your usual style, try and make an effort to look interested. Of course, it is an added bonus if you both love the same movie.
If you are feeling really adventurous, you could always attempt an outdoor theatre with a white sheet and projector. That way, you could stargaze at the same time.
Enjoy a night in with your partner’s favourite movie. Organise popcorn, treats, snuggly blankets and pillows for a cosy night at home. If the movie isn’t your usual style, try and make an effort to look interested. Of course, it is an added bonus if you both love the same movie.
If you are feeling really adventurous, you could always attempt an outdoor theatre with a white sheet and projector. That way, you could stargaze at the same time.
Give a ‘thoughtful’ gift
If you decide to indulge in a romantic gift for your partner, take the time to wrap it with love and care. Personal touches make all the difference. Use their favourite colour, add a heart or two and tie it up with ribbons or string. Your Valentine will certainly appreciate the effort.
Read more:
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Tell us:
What personal touches do you have planned for Valentine’s Day? Share your ideas with us in the Comments.
If you decide to indulge in a romantic gift for your partner, take the time to wrap it with love and care. Personal touches make all the difference. Use their favourite colour, add a heart or two and tie it up with ribbons or string. Your Valentine will certainly appreciate the effort.
Read more:
How to Turn Your Home Into a Love Nest
14 Things You Need to Do Now for Your Partner’s Sake
Tell us:
What personal touches do you have planned for Valentine’s Day? Share your ideas with us in the Comments.
It seems like an obvious and simple thing to do, but it is such an effective way to make your partner feel important. Take the time to sit quietly together, take a walk or have an uninterrupted conversation. Making time for each other is important for couples in all stages of their relationships. Pour a glass of wine, go and sit outside and enjoy each other’s company. It won’t cost you a cent, but the time spent together is very valuable.