33 Valentine's Day Gifts That Have No Right Being So Adorable

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26-01-2025

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Get ready for them to say "awww" for at least a minute straight.
1. A Cupid-approved cast iron skillet from Lodge that'll elevate any baked goods you plan to serve this Valentine's Day, whether it be a romantic brownie for two or an awkwardly shaped chicken pot pie.
Sur La Table
Promising review:"Usually, I'm wary about novelty items/shapes, but this one works amazingly! It's become one of my go-to pans for a solo meal or small sides. It's very light for a cast iron. Easy to clean, easy storage, fast heat up, and the shape doesn't affect how I cook. Makes the best/perfect fried eggs! Love the heart shape!" — Crystal
Get it from Sur La Table for $29.95.
2. A hoya heart so you can say "I love you" with greenery. It comes in a plastic container, so you can also pick out the perfect planter. Love an excuse to keep shopping.
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Hoya hearts are technically single-leaf clippings, so they'll look like this when they grow.
Promising review: " The green hoya heart arrived well packaged and fast. They wrapped it so pretty, so it's definitely giftable. It's in great shape, and was happy to get unboxed, a first dose of water, and set next to a window. Love it!" — Ms. Davis
Get it from Amazon for $17.99.
3. A set of heart-shaped faux leather bookmarks to encourage them to stop returning your books with dog-eared pages. Now, they can think of you whenever they're at a stopping point in their latest romance novel.
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Promising review:"I AM OBSESSED WITH THESE! I've sent the link to all my bookworms and told them to buy them! Great gift idea for a 'reader' in your life. Amazing quality and just super cute would definitely buy again and probably will for someone else." — Brianna
Get a set of six from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in four styles).
4. Or, if your partner is the one known for lending books, a "from the library of" page embosser or self-inking stamp for the amateur librarian in your life. It'll be the perfect apology gift for all the books you've borrowed and not given back yet. Look, sometimes it's more fun to collect books than read them!
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Promising reviews:"I have purchased several custom stamps from this company; fast shipping and quality products make these the best gifts!" — Suzanne
"Got this for a friend who loves books and is always loaning them out to other friends. Great quality, and the design was exactly what I ordered and imagined. The time between the order and receiving it was a quick turnaround as well. Thinking of ordering more in the future for other friends. If you're looking for a thoughtful gift, this is the option!" — Katy
Get it from Amazon for $22.95 (available in 34 designs and as an embosser or stamp).
Ships in 2–4 business days.
5. Talking Hearts — a deck of conversation cards for couples looking to deepen their connection or just pass the time on a long trip. There are 200 questions, plus two wild cards to keep conversation flowing.
Promising review: "This game is so fun! My husband and I pick one card, and if the question is a little more difficult, we put it on the fridge and give each other time to answer. Has added a little more genuine conversation into our weeknights raising two girls." — Derrek & Abby
Get it from Amazon for $17.99.
6. A Jellycat plush heart purse for your littlest Valentine (or littlest at heart). While designed for kids, adult reviewers say it easily fits their phone, wallet, keys, and other small essentials. Tell me this and a little black dress wouldn't eat at the club.
Promising review: "Anytime I wear this thing, people ask where I got it from or compliment how cute it is. It fits a compact wallet, some lip balm, and keys. Perfect addition to an outfit!" — Cinder
Get it from Amazon for $36 (also available in 15 other styles).
7. Lil' red velvet Reese's peanut butter cups that sure beat the weirdly lumpy hearts they also sell this time of year. Also, throwing some loose mini chocolate into a bag (with a real present) really helps fill out the whole gifting experience.
Promising review: "It's a great flavor. If you eat it all in one, you might not taste it clearly. But you can easily bite the top off separately, and you'll get a better taste of the red velvet alone. Light vanilla taste. Overall, it's great. And comes with a decent amount of cups." — Hunz
Get a bag from Amazon for $4.09.
8. A DIY miniature magic shop model so they can finally run their own (very) small business. The 1:24 scale kit even comes with a mini LED lamp and tiny potion bottles. How magical!
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Promising review: "The instructions were very clear, and it was easy to put it together. If you're unsure of anything, there are YouTube videos to help. I only needed to look at one thing, but everything else was fairly easy because the instructions were very detailed. This would be a great gift to anyone who loves miniatures. This was my first miniature, and I had little to no issues!" — Alexis
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
9. A cuddly hedgehog plushie they can hold in their hand and recite Shakespeare to. Alas, sweet hedgehog! I love him. Even if they don't use the plush as a skull stand-in, they'll love having a mini friend to keep handy on all their adventures.
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Promising review:"I bought this for my girlfriend's sister, and she loves it! It is incredibly soft and cozy. The first thing we did was hold it like it is shown in the photo and instantly fell in love. Anyone who loves hedgehogs needs to get one of these." — Derek
Get it from Amazon for $11.95.
10. A pair of heart-shaped watering globes so their plants can enjoy some tender love and care, even when they're out of town. Perhaps a romantic weekend getaway?
Terrain
11. A pair of tulip candle holders to celebrate your budding romance. Bonus points if you get them fun taper candles as well.
Bando
12. A hood scarf with BEAR-y cute ears so your favorite person to cuddle is even more teddy bear-like.
Amazon
Promising review:"I bought this for my 60-year-old self, lol. I love it. It keeps you warm. Scarf stays in place. A must buy." — jackie
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three colors).
13. A mini Bob Ross paint-by-numbers kit that comes with three different numbered canvas designs, seven paint pots, a mini brush, and an easel to display their tiny masterpieces. It's perfect for adults looking for a quick project and kids working on their fine motor skills.
The kit comes with two landscapes and one portrait of Bob.
Promising review: "I have to admit I was skeptical because of the price and size. However, I got these for my husband for his birthday (he loves Bob Ross) and What a find!! We had so much fun mixing colors and painting. Would definitely recommend it. The fact that they are small makes them even more special. I wish there were more to paint!" — slb m
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
14. A miniature kettlebell for the person who works (out) hard and plays hard. Even as a gym-averse person, I have to admit this thing is super cute.
Jem Glass is a small business that sells fitness-themed gifts.
Promising review: "Product was delivered quickly and easily. Fun packaging and nestled safe in styrofoam. Unique Father's Day gift: tested and works perfectly. He's gonna clip it onto his cooler. Great purchase. Though I do feel the price was steep, the quality makes up for it." — Payton
Get it from Amazon for $34.99.
15. A balloon-style puffy initial necklace worth celebrating. It's gold-plated (hypoallergenic!) and can also come dusted with zircon for a blingier look.
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Promising review: "This charm necklace looks just like one of those bubble letter mylar balloons. It has a substantial, quality weight to it; the crystals are sparkly and look like they aren't going to fall out if bumped. The chain is nice, too. I think this is a fun necklace that looks like it's good quality. Sometimes, when you buy jewelry online, it can look great in photos but feel cheap in person, and this is NOT like that. Highly recommend." — hannah banana
Get it from Amazon for $9.90+ (available in two finishes, with or without zircon).
16. A customizable LDR mug featuring you and your partner's states connected with lil' heart line so they know your love transcended state lines.
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Cupology is a small business that specializes in personalizable mug gifts. To customize, tap the "Customize & Add To Cart" button, where you'll find options for the states, cities, and countries, as well as personalizable color schemes *and* the option to put a custom quote.
Promising review: "I ordered this personalized mug for my cousin and me to celebrate our coffee dates together, 1,060 miles apart. The colors are beautiful and vibrant, the mug is smooth and glossy, and the text is sharp and clear. I will use this seller again." — D.f.
Get it from Amazon for $15.95+ (available in many customizable options and two sizes).
Usually ships in 2–3 days.
17. Rechargeable heart hand warmers with three heating settings to ensure their hands are never cold — because you can't always be there to hold them yourself. <3
These heat up in 1.5 seconds and last around 8–18 hours on a single charge. The pair come with a USB charging cord and a velvet carrying case.
Promising review: "These are fantastic! They are small enough to hold in your hand to keep them nice and toasty. I love that they come as cute little hearts. Very functional and a great value. I have already bought another set for my mother because they are so easy to use. Will buy more." — Lacey
Get a pair from Amazon for $19.99.
18. A shipment of heart-shaped churros along with all the accoutrements: Mexican hot fudge, Cajeta caramel sauce, cinnamon sugar — and two whole pints of ice cream. All your loved one needs to do is preheat the oven and break out some spoons to enjoy the sweetest Valentine's Day ever.
Goldbelly
You can pick two of the following flavors: Mexican Chocolate, Horchata, Mexican Vanilla, Mexican Coffee with Salted Cajeta, and Tres Leches.
La Newyorkina is a Brooklyn-based restaurant that sources ingredients from both New York State and Mexico.
Get it from Goldbelly for $109.95.
19. A lil' polar bear hydrating eye stick for some sweet, sweet relief when they wake up with puffy, aching eyes. This formula is blended with Iceland glacial water to help tighten skin so they can feel more ~refreshed~.
Promising review:"I have always had serious dark circles and bags under my eyes, and this has really changed this for me. The results are incredible. The puffiness is gone. The dark circles are hardly noticeable. My sensitive skin has not broken out. I never write reviews, but this was so good that I had to write a review. This actually works." — Ben
Get it from Amazon for $9.90.
20. A miniature Le Creuset Dutch oven with a heart-shaped knob so cute, they won't even notice you didn't splurge on a full-size model. JK! The tiny size is ideal for baking brie, garlic confit, and teeny-tiny cakes.
Promising review: "This was definitely an impulse buy, but I don't regret it. It's adorable. This is currently a small candy dish, and it will probably be switched over to a salt crock after the candy is gone. I love the golden heart handle. I don't think I'll be baking with this since I'm afraid it might alter the color of the gold, but it'll probably be fine with anything baked without the lid. If you're debating, just get one. They're so cute, and you'll find a use for it." — Alissa G.
Get it from Amazon for $31.95 (available in four colors).
21. — a book of simple stories to encourage them to be more like Pooh: present and kind. If this charming book doesn't bring the waterworks, idk what will!
Disney Editions
Promising review:"I thought this looked intriguing; I love Winnie the Pooh and am a newcomer to the practice of mindfulness. This book is an absolute joy! I will be gifting this to everyone I can think of because, at the heart of it, it's about peace of mind and kindness. The short practices are easy to put into use every morning. What's even better is that when I'm reading it, I once again feel some of the happiest moments I had as a child. I've been starting every morning with a couple of pages to get my day moving in the right direction. What an interesting combination of playfulness, joy, and mindful awareness! The illustrations are also stunning. This is a precious gift! Many thanks to Dr. Parent for this beautiful book!" — D. Leon
Get it from Amazon for $10.99.
22. A pack of thick crew socks featuring some very snappily-dressed bears inspired by the iconic Ralph Lauren Polo Bear. But UNLIKE clothing graced with the Polo bear, these don't cost hundreds of dollars.
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These fit women's sizes 5–10.
Promising review: "High recommended! Very soft, warm, and cozy socks. True to size. Cute teddy bear on the side. Best Christmas gift. ☺️ ☺️ ☺️ I just received them, and I can't wait to wear them." — Elvira
Get a pack of five from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in 19 other styles).
23. A felted critter sure to melt anyone's heart. Did that cat craft that garland all by itself? Who taught the dog to write? What a Valentine's Day miracle. :')
Terrain
Get them from Terrain: the letter dog for $16, the dog couple for $24, and the cat for $16.
24. A Lego orchid with over 600 pieces, so they can really work for their decor. The best part, though, is that once they're finished, the work is actually done, and they don't have to water it.
Promising review: "This is a fantastic Lego. Realistic and beautiful. Be ready for compliments on how awesome it is. Typical Lego quality with excellent instructions and high-quality pieces. Easy to assemble for all ages (my 7-year-old built it for my wife as a Mother's Day gift). As is typical for Lego, the pieces all fit well and height and vibrant. This is part of their botanicals collection, which includes succulents, bonsai trees, flowers, etc. Great for Lego aficionados, orchid lovers, or just about anyone. A must-have from the Lego brand, in my opinion." — Wisco Fam
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
25. A pair of dove ornaments commemorating that time you rewatched Home Alone 2 together. These come from the studio of John Perry, the artist who created the original doves for the movie!
Promising review:"Love, love, love these birds! They are so delicate and absolutely beautiful! When hung on the tree, with the almost invisible string, it truly gives off the illusion of the dove in flight. Gave one to my BFF, and she absolutely loves it! I received the package intact, birds were securely boxed and arrived in perfect condition. Also included with the birds is the authenticity card. Highly recommend!" — MyTai
Get them from John Perry on Amazon Handmade for $11.99.
26. A pair of magnetic hand-holding socks for the lovesick partner who likes to be glued at the hip (or ankle).
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Promising review:"My sister and I have had so much fun with these socks!!! They are super cute and the magnetic hold really well. The magnets are a bit big so you do notice them but overall super fun and cute." — addison fullmer
Get them from Amazon for $7.98+ (available in two colors and in packs of four).
27. A USB-C charging cube that looks like Susan Kare's smiling macintosh that yep, lights up when it's plugged in. They probably already have a charger, but is it this cute???
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I love, love, love this little charger! It charges my phone unbelievably fast — sometimes, I'll plug my phone in just while I'm going through my nightly routine, and the battery will be 20% fuller by the time I'm done. It lights up when connected to a device and then turns off automatically about two minutes after being disconnected. The screen changes colors depending on what type of charge it's providing (green for super, blue for fast, yellow for normal, and white for none); I'm not 100% sure what affects the charge speed, but I always get the blue light when I charge my iPhone 12. You need to supply your own cord, but I have a million of those anyway. I definitely recommend it as a gift for retro design lovers!
Promising review: "So glad I got this! It changes color whenever you charge and the battery charging performance is up to par with a standard Apple charger. Its design is super adorable." — Grace B.
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
28. I Choose You (Every Day & Always) — a charming and relatable book about how your love is a conscious choice and something you build together.
Compendium Publishing & Communications
30. A crinkly bouquet or a trio of squeaky toys if your pet is your Valentine this year. Date night idea: Split a jar of peanut butter and watch Balto.
Chewy, Pearhead
Promising review (for the bouquet):"My dog adored this toy! She loves the crinkle and was able to separate the flowers to play with them individually. We laughed while presenting the roses to her like the bachelorette." — Adrienne
Get the bouquet from Chewy for $7.99 or the trio from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in 10 other styles).
31. An extra-extra long plushie that pays homage to Longcat, one of the oldest memes in internet history. While your Valentine doesn't need to be old enough to remember "I Can Has Cheezburger?" memes, having a love of the classics will really amplify their excitement for this amazing pillow.
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Promising review: "My kids love these long cats. And now we buy them as gifts for all their friends. It's unique and fun, especially if you struggle with gift ideas. It's perfect." — Ali M.
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in five lengths and 17 styles).
32. Sweet brown sugar-softening terracotta discs for your favorite baker, because nothing is more frustrating than gearing up to bake a batch of chocolate chip cookies only to find that the brown sugar has transformed into a brick overnight. All they have to do is soak the disc and let it mingle with the sugar to keep things...sorry...✨moist✨.
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It can also help keep moisture in other foods like baked goods, marshmallows, and dried fruit. Conversely, it can also keep moisture out of any crunchy foods like crackers! Just bake it at 200 degrees for 5-10 minutes to ensure it's completely dry.
Promising review: "I bought these out of curiosity but am a 100% believer in witchcraft now!! I had an old, OLD bag of brown sugar I found in the back of my fridge and figured that I would give it a try. Wow!! It really, really works! I haven't used it multiple times, but it really works to make old brown sugar soft again, which is awesome because I love baking but not enough to go use a bag of brown sugar in one weekend. Great price for what you get!!" — Chalia
Get a set of two from Amazon for $7.19.
This is from our Goodful collection!
33. A lil' kit that'll let them pretend to be a master candy sushi chef. It comes with everything they need to make two pieces of tamago and tuna nigiri, plus one ikura sushi. The salmon roe aspect looks tricky to pull off, but reviewers say they were pleasantly surprised by the painless process.
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Promising review: "I've bought these years ago and decided to buy them again for me and my son. He really enjoyed making the candy/gummies. He was proud of his candy sushi once they were assembled, and of course, he loved eating them. He said they were very yummy. The flavor for all the different little things wasn't bad but my favorite was the 'seaweed,' it tastes just like grape Hi-Chew (my favorite flavor). I recommend buying these at least once for the kids. It's fun and a tasty treat. We will look into the other kinds in the near future." — Blythe
Get it from Amazon for $5.39 (also available in a three-pack).
Reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.