Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. I always try to come up with creative ideas besides candy and stuffed animals. I have put together a list of the things I am getting for the loved ones in my life, and I hope it can help you while shopping for yours. If you have any unique gift ideas of your own, feel free to leave them in the comments. This guide contains affiliate links.
For Kids
1. Teach My Learning Kits
Teach My Kindergartener is the newest all-in-one learning kit designed for ages 4+. The kit contains unique and coordinated tools to teach spelling, money, telling time and the year. Your kindergartener can master 100 spelling words, counting money, analog and digital time as well as days of the week, months of the year, dates, years, weather and seasons. Each set in the kit is fully coordinated to encourage matching and repetition. The Teach My Kindergartener learning kit is designed to be screen-free, one-on-one learning time. The kit aims to promote school readiness and a head start for kindergarten, in just 20 minutes a day.
Teach My also has these kits for Baby, Toddler, and Preschooler available as well as bathtime kits!
Check them out a Target near you or on Amazon!
2. Welch’s Fruit Snacks
Welch’s® Fruit Snacks are America’s favorite fruit snack brand. The Welch’s® Fruit Snacks Valentine’s Day themed box and pouch have custom Valentine’s-themed graphics with heart-shaped pieces with fun emojis. The snacks are perfect for Valentine’s Day parties, as each pouch features a “To/From” sign-able front panel. Moms and Dads love that every pack is made with REAL Fruit, is Fat-Free, Gluten-Free, and contains No Preservatives. Welch’s® Fruit Snacks feature fruit as the first ingredient, so they taste delicious!
Purchase these on Amazon
3. Kidstir Cooking Kits
Skip the treats and sugar this Valentine’s Day! Instead, give your budding chef a subscription to Kidtsir, a hands-on, unique kit that teaches him/her to make chef-inspired recipes at home with ease – all while practicing science, language & math skills! The subscription service can be joined or given as a gift, or you can send one of the single kits, as well. With a focus on fresh, nutritious food and hands-on fun, Kidstir was created by moms who know that through cooking, children will gain important life skills in the kitchen — and cook up some fun family memories! 3 month, 6 month, and 12 month packages available.
Subscribe at Kidstir.com
4. Bears for Humanity Animal Pals
Bears for Humanity™ is a leading social commerce company committed to helping its community and the earth. From farm to fulfillment, the products are made using only certified organic materials and Fair Trade practices, while employing at-risk women from welfare-work programs right in the U.S. The “BUY One, give ONE” program provides a bear to a child in need for every bear purchased. With 14 different personalities to choose from, these lovable creatures make great gifts in zoos, museums and gift shops. Choose from a shark, dog, giraffe, dinosaur, monkey, penguin, elephant, lion, cat, eagle, patriotic eagle, panda, turtle and tiger! Made from the same organic materials as their teddy bear friends, they make perfect companions.
Purchase at BearsForHumanity.com
5. Shopkins 3D Bandages
20 Sterile Adhesive Bandages includes: 12 unique characters shaped bandages and 8 rectangular bandages with Shopkins Characters on it! Most kids love Shopkins – and most kids love bandages (at least both mine do!). This is a great non-candy gift that any little one is sure to love!
Purchase at BrushBuddies.com
6. Shopkins 3D Hand Sanitizer
These hand sanitizers have an interesting shape. They are simple with printing & 3d Shopkins shapes – a favorite among kids! They are easy to use and easy to carry with the “O” shape string that can hang on a hand, hook, or backpack strips. Another great non-candy hand sanitizer!
Purchase at BrushBuddies.com
For Women
1. Mesolyft Micro Needling
Mesolyft was Inspired by the European Secret of “Mesotherapy”, a technique that uses needles and vitamins to heal the skin from within while also resurfacing it total skin health and vitality. Our pain free delivery system was designed along with top scientists at MIT and Harvard to introduce a sleek yet pain-free way to incorporate serums and exfoliation into one easy-to-use device. Mesolyft creates small micro channels in the skin that allow the skin to repair itself naturally while also providing a deeper infusion of ingredients than traditional products alone; all without damaging the skin.
Purchase on Amazon
2. Baci Perugina Chocolates
Baci Perugina, an iconic Italian chocolate company that is now available nationwide in milk and dark chocolate. Each Baci contains a creamy milk chocolate, chopped-hazelnut filling crowed with a crunchy whole hazelnut and is made with just eight, all-natural ingredients. Not only recognized for its heritage, quality, and taste, this world-renowned brand has become an Italian symbol of love and affection – each Baci confection includes a signature Baci Perugina “love note” bringing the words of philosophers, classical authors, proverbs, and more to the indulgent experience – something they are now able to share with the U.S. and the world.
Purchase on Amazon
3. Vellabox – Artisan Candles Delivered to Your Door Monthly
Bliss. The ultimate comfort experience. When you receive your first Vellabox your senses will awaken. We curate a perfect combination of the highest quality candles and handpicked products that complement your candle – Non-toxic, lead free, hand poured, from the best companies in the country. Indulgence delivered to your door every month. From the finest American artisans to you. I love candles and almost always have one lit in my house. I was thrilled to be able to check out Vellabox – and I am obsessed already. I love this idea, and I think just about every woman out there will too. Surprise her with a subscription to something she didn’t even know she could subscribe to this Valentine’s Day.
Subscribe at VellaBox.com
4. Sleep Easily Kit
Sleep Easily is a medication-free sleep solution for the 1-in-3 people who have difficulty sleeping to help them sleep well and perform better during the day. Sleep Easily is a proven form of cognitive-behavioral therapy delivered through a mini audio player. It walks you through the five specific physical triggers to get you to sleep or back to sleep usually in less than 25 minutes. Included in the kit you will find: Mini audio player with built-in high-quality speaker, Sleep Easily eyeshades, Four sleep recordings and three supplemental recordings, Audio player charger, QuickStart guide for using Sleep Easily with or without the recording, Sleep Guide Book and Summary Card, & Premium earplugs.
Purchase on Amazon
5. AnySharp Knife Sharpener
The unique, patented AnySharp knife sharpener uses tungsten carbide technology to extend the life of almost any knife. AnySharp works on virtually any knife, including expensive hardened steel knives, chef’s knives and even serrated blades (like serrated bread knives and hunting knives), making it unlike any knife sharpener, sharpening steel or sharpening stone you’ve ever used.
Purchase on Amazon
For Men
1. Van Der Hagen & Beard Guyz
Whether your man in your life is bearded or clean-shaven, treat him to a true grooming experience this Valentine’s Day with Beard Guyz or Van der Hagen products. Beard Guyz and Van der Hagen both provide the ultimate essentials for any man to keep well groomed and looking handsome for a Valentine’s Day weekend.
Luxury Badger Shave Set, $39.99
- Pure badger hair brush*
- Hypoallergenic luxury shave soap (3.5 oz / 99.2 g)
- Apothecary mug
- Acrylic combination brush & razor stand
Luxury Boar Shave Set, $29.99
- 100% natural boar bristle brush*
- Hypoallergenic shave soap (3.5 oz / 99.2 g)
- Apothecary mug
- Acrylic combination brush & razor stand
Beard Guyz Daily Wash 35, $9.99
- Gently cleans and conditions facial hair and the sensitive skin
- A blend of 35 natural and organic botanical and fruit extracts combined with Keratin and Protein to clean and moisturize
- Provides antiseptic and anti-inflammatory benefits
- Helps improve blood flow for maximum growth
- For all hair and beard types
Beard Guyz Deep Conditioner 25, $9.99
- A blend of 25 natural & organic oils, butters, extracts, vitamins and conditioners chosen for their benefits to the hair and skin
- Helps soften and condition the beard while adding shine
- No Parabens, Alcohol or harsh chemicals
Purchase on Amazon
2. Harrison Blake Subscription
Each monthly box contains 1 necktie and 4 additional accessories, such as pocket squares, lapel pins, tie bars and more. Each box is completely coordinated and easy to style – making it simple to dress to impress. Each item will be exclusive and hand selected. There are no obligations, and you can subscribe month to month. This is a great gift for the guy who has everything – especially if he is anything like my husband who hesitates to purchase fashion items for himself. Take the guess work out of it for him and let Harrison Blake handle it.
Purchase at http://www.harrisonblakeapparel.com/ use code SEASON to get $15 off!
For Everyone
Hershey Chocolates
The Hershey Company has new sweet treats and delicious classics to help everyone feel the love on Valentine’s Day. All products are available at retailers nationwide unless otherwise noted.
Hershey’s Kisses White Cookie Cupcake – Add excitement and flavor to your Valentine’s Day celebration with the taste of cupcakes! Hershey’s Kisses White Cookie Cupcake Candies pack the taste of cupcakes into just one bite, complete with a satisfying cookie crunch. These candies are perfect for party favors, prizes and décor for any Valentine’s Day theme. *Exclusively Sold at Target*
Kit Kat® Miniatures Red Velvet Flavor – Your favorite crispy chocolate treat now comes in a brand new flavor. These Kit Kat® Miniatures are made with the rich taste of red velvet, each individually wrapped with seasonal flair to share with family and friends.
Kisses Deluxe 18-piece Hazelnut Filled Chocolates Heart Box – Hazelnut-filled Kisses Deluxe Candies wrapped in a heart-shaped box make for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for that special someone in your life.
Reese’s 1lb. Peanut Butter Hearts – This Valentine’s Day, treat yourself and your loved ones to the perfect combination of milk chocolate and Reese’s peanut butter in a fun heart shape.
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Shelley
Saturday 4th of February 2017
These are great ideas. I really love the Teach My Learning Kits for kids and those Kidstir Cooking kits! So cute!
MamaSmith
Saturday 4th of February 2017
Right? I love gift ideas for kids that are not candy! It is OK to give them a little, but we still have Halloween candy in the house!
Mary
Friday 3rd of February 2017
Thanks for including Sleep Easily! Hope it helps your readers sleep!
MamaSmith
Saturday 4th of February 2017
You are so welcome! We love it! I hope it helps my readers too!