Choose a unique Valentine’s Day gift

Metro Creative Services

Gifting is a key component of Valentine’s Day celebrations every February 14. Valentine’s Day is a mere month-and-a-half after the holiday season, so ideas for more thoughtful gifts may be in short supply. Let these Valentine’s day gift ideas serve as inspiration.

1. Custom painted portrait

Many local artists paint beautiful portraits from photographs. Find an image you like and have it made into an even more impressive work of art.

2. Doll likeness

The well known Funko POP! brand known for its pop culture figurines enables customers to create likenesses of themselves or loved ones. You can have custom dolls made in your sweetheart’s likeness.

3. Preserved roses

While fresh roses may only last a few days to a week, preserved or “eternity” roses are treated and specially packaged so they can endure and serve as lasting, welcome reminders of Valentine’s Day love.

4. Journal or scrapbook

A decorative scrapbook or journal enables your special someone to keep track of moments spent together and key milestones.

5. First date map

Gift a framed picture of a map marked with the specific location of your first date, whether it was a restaurant, park or museum.

6. Birthstone jewelry

Jewelry is a popular gift on Valentine’s Day. Make gifts even more special by finding pieces that include your special someone’s birthstone. The American Gem Society offers a handy chart at www.americangemsociety. org/birthstones/.

7. Experiential gifts

Experiential gifts may be just what is needed this Valentine’s Day. Some options include a couple’s cooking class, tickets to a sports game or concert, a vacation to a romantic locale, or a day or night out on the town.

8. Prepare a favorite recipe

Learn what your loved one enjoys eating the most and then recreate the recipe as a thoughtful gift and dinner at home.

This Valentine’s Day, people can consider these unique thoughtful gift ideas.