Valentine’s Day… another commercialised money trap people complain about. But it doesn’t have to be. Take Valentine’s Day as a reminder to spend some quality time with your special someone. We’ve made a list of the best cheap Valentine’s Day Gifts in New Zealand, so you can celebrate without getting a small cash loan.
Overview
- A month’s subscription
- Valentine’s Day cupcakes
- Make them a gift basket
- Homemade photo board
- Board games
- Personalised Valentine’s Day flowers
- Potted fruit tree
- A day of relaxation
- Custom Valentine’s Day gifts
- Homemade Valentine’s Day chocolate box
1. A month’s subscription
Has your beloved been dying to try something but reluctant to spend the money? Maybe they’ve wanted to try a language learning app, a new streaming service or their favourite influencer’s Patreon, Twitch or YouTube membership. Gifting a month’s subscription this Valentine’s Day can be a cheap way to encourage your sweetheart to do something they enjoy without having to stress about money.
Or if you want to splurge a little more, buy a subscription box with wellness products, books, food or whatever their interests are. Subscription Boxes New Zealand has many Valentine’s Day gift ideas, collating a whole bunch of boxes in one convenient place.
2. Valentine’s Day cupcakes
Nothing says “I love you” like a batch of freshly baked cupcakes! Not only do they show your sweetheart that you took the time and effort to make them something special, but they’re also cheap to make! Even if you use a packet mix, you can use your extra time and budget to decorate them with a Valentine’s Day spin using candy lovehearts and pink sprinkles.
3. DIY gift basket
Rather than buying a generic hamper or gift basket that only has a couple of things they like, make them a gift basket that really speaks to their interests. You can pop down to the local bargain store, get a cute basket, and fill it with the little things they love.
If you’re in touch with your inner baker, you could bake them a batch of love heart cookies for their basket.
4. Homemade photo board
Whether you’re a seasoned scrapbooker or it’s your first time, making a photo board is fun, easy and cheap! It’s also a sweet way to show your special someone that you love them. Grab all your best photographs, get supplies and decorations from the cheap shop or around your home, and spend an afternoon putting together a photo board. It’s definitely a cute and meaningful Valentine’s Day gift.
5. Board games
Most people have a board game from their childhood that they loved to play. So why not scope out some of your true love’s favourites and gift it to them this Valentine’s Day? Bring out each other’s inner child and have some quality fun with a nostalgic board game.
Or if you’re the type of couple to play games that are a little more complicated, you can always buy an expansion pack for their favourite game.
6. Personalised Valentine’s Day flowers
Flowers may seem like the obvious choice for a Valentine’s Day gift, but you can make them special with some simple personalisation. Head down to your local farmer’s markets and pick out your partner’s favourite blooms. Farmer’s markets often have fresh flowers for low prices, so they’re wallet-friendly! Pick a few different varieties and colours and put in the extra effort of making your own bouquet.
To put a personal touch on it, head to a local thrift store and find a vase (or a novelty knick-knack) that your partner would love. Pop your flowers in the vase and tie them off with some pretty ribbon in your partner’s favourite colour.
7. Potted fruit trees
When giving Valentine’s Day gifts in New Zealand, always consider something sustainable! Many people don’t realise that some fruit trees actually grow very well in pots. It also makes it easier to care for them if your partner is a bit of a black thumb.
Fruit trees come in real handy for food, desserts and cocktails. You can even be a little cheeky and pull out the romantic cliché that “our love could grow anything” in the card.
8. A day of relaxation
If you ask most people in New Zealand, the best Valentine’s Day gift is relaxation. Is your partner often stressed and constantly on the move? Are they in the middle of exam season or a big project at work? Is their love language more acts of service than gifts? Offer to take care of them for a day so they can just sit down and relax. This could mean making them a special breakfast, lunch and dinner. Give them a massage, do their nails or run a nice bath for them. Sometimes the best Valentine’s Day gift you can give us New Zealanders is relaxation. It’s the perfect way to recharge their battery and show you care. Your partner will thank you for it and so will your bank balance!
9. Custom Valentine’s Day gifts
Custom gifts can add that personal touch that regular gifts lack. This Valentine’s Day give that special someone a custom gift like:
- Personalised mugs
- Photo Books
- Custom aprons
- Personalised wine glasses
- Personalised puzzles
If you want to save for something big, like a trip to one of New Zealand’s holiday destinations, consider a personalised money box! Every little bit adds up, and money boxes are a great way to get the ball rolling on saving. It’s something practical and intentional, and you can match the aesthetic to your partner’s style.
10. Homemade Valentine’s Day chocolate box
Sure, you could buy just any old chocolate box for a Valentine’s Day gift. But why not show someone you really care by giving them a homemade chocolate box?
A homemade chocolate box adds a personal touch to your gift and shows your partner that they’re worth the effort. Simply grab a cute box from your local bargain store and fill it with all your lucky love’s favourite chocolates and candies. Then, leave some love notes inside to make it extra special. Once the chocolates are all finished, they can use the box for something else. Yummy and useful!
Have the urge to splurge and make this year’s Valentine’s Day a special one?
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