Top Valentine’s Day Gifts To Buy on a Budget
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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner (it’s Feb. 14, in case you forgot). This year, we could all use a little extra love, so it’s a great time to show your romantic partner, friends, family and other loved ones that you’re thinking of them.
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Just because you’re on a tight budget doesn’t mean you can’t buy a gift that’s thoughtful, sweet and sure to bring some cheer to your Valentines near and far.
Here are some budget-friendly Valentine’s Day gift ideas that you can shop online.
Dash Heart Mini Waffle Maker
- Price: $9.99
This adorable waffle-maker comes in red and pink, and is sure to please any sweetie with a sweet tooth.
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What I Love About You Journal
- Price: $9.89
This journal is made for one partner to fill out to give to another or to fill out together. If you have a knack for writing, this could be a super meaningful gift to give to your better half.
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'You're Sweet' and 'Love You Berry Much' Mugs
- Price: $10.00
This mug set makes the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for a coffee or tea lover.
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Sterling Silver Double Heart Necklace
- Price: $19.99
You don’t have to spend a fortune to gift your Valentine high-quality jewelry, like this dainty sterling silver necklace.
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DENIZEN From Levi's Men's Traveler Wallet
- Price: $19.99
Take this classic wallet up a notch by printing out a photo of you and your Valentine, and inserting it in one of the slots before gifting it.
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Jean Pierre Heart Shaped Sheet Masks
- Price: $3.99
Give your Valentine the gift of an at-home spa day with this two-piece sheet mask set. These gold masks are infused with vitamin C, honey and hyaluronic acid to hydrate and nourish the skin.
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Godiva Valentine's Goldmark Assorted Chocolate Creations Heart
- Price: $9.99
You pretty much can’t go wrong with gifting chocolate — especially when it’s Godiva.
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Scunci Love Bobby Pins
- Price: $5.99
These adorable hair clips are a festive way to show some love to a special lady in your life.
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Sherpa Valentine’s Day Heart Pillow
- Price: $10.00
Available in cream and red, this heart-shaped pillow is a cozy way to bring your love into anyone’s home.
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Stainless Steel Love X Cookie Cutter Set
- Price: $3.00
Have a Valentine who loves to bake? This five-piece set is a thoughtful way to show them you’re thinking of them.
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CandyRific Valentine's Day M&M's Movie Popcorn Bucket Variety Pack
- Price: $7.99
Since you may not be able to bring your date to the movies this Valentine’s Day, bring the movies to them. Stream your favorite romantic movie and make the night complete with this snack kit, which includes three bags of Orville Redenbacher’s Gourmet Popcorn and two theater boxes of M&M’s (one plain and one peanut).
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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner (it’s Feb. 14, in case you forgot). This year, we could all use a little extra love, so it’s a great time to show your romantic partner, friends, family and other loved ones that you’re thinking of them.
Options: 10 Ways to Save Money on Valentine’s Day Flowers
Just because you’re on a tight budget doesn’t mean you can’t buy a gift that’s thoughtful, sweet and sure to bring some cheer to your Valentines near and far.
Here are some budget-friendly Valentine’s Day gift ideas that you can shop online.
Dash Heart Mini Waffle Maker
- Price: $9.99
This adorable waffle-maker comes in red and pink, and is sure to please any sweetie with a sweet tooth.
Check Out: 23 Secret Ways To Save Money on Amazon
What I Love About You Journal
- Price: $9.89
This journal is made for one partner to fill out to give to another or to fill out together. If you have a knack for writing, this could be a super meaningful gift to give to your better half.
Helpful: 15 Times You Should Splurge, Settle or Skip When Shopping
'You're Sweet' and 'Love You Berry Much' Mugs
- Price: $10.00
This mug set makes the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for a coffee or tea lover.
Read More: 11 Things You Should Never Buy New
Sterling Silver Double Heart Necklace
- Price: $19.99
You don’t have to spend a fortune to gift your Valentine high-quality jewelry, like this dainty sterling silver necklace.
Do It Together: 25 Tips for Saving Money With Your Spouse
DENIZEN From Levi's Men's Traveler Wallet
- Price: $19.99
Take this classic wallet up a notch by printing out a photo of you and your Valentine, and inserting it in one of the slots before gifting it.
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Jean Pierre Heart Shaped Sheet Masks
- Price: $3.99
Give your Valentine the gift of an at-home spa day with this two-piece sheet mask set. These gold masks are infused with vitamin C, honey and hyaluronic acid to hydrate and nourish the skin.
See: 15 Unexpected Things We’ve Been Buying More of Since the Coronavirus Crisis Hit
Godiva Valentine's Goldmark Assorted Chocolate Creations Heart
- Price: $9.99
You pretty much can’t go wrong with gifting chocolate — especially when it’s Godiva.
Find Out: Shopping Mistakes You’re Making and How To Stop
Scunci Love Bobby Pins
- Price: $5.99
These adorable hair clips are a festive way to show some love to a special lady in your life.
Check Out: 5 New Celebrity Products We Can’t Wait To Try in 2021
Sherpa Valentine’s Day Heart Pillow
- Price: $10.00
Available in cream and red, this heart-shaped pillow is a cozy way to bring your love into anyone’s home.
Be Aware: 20 Ways Retailers Are Tricking You Into Spending More Money
Stainless Steel Love X Cookie Cutter Set
- Price: $3.00
Have a Valentine who loves to bake? This five-piece set is a thoughtful way to show them you’re thinking of them.
Read: 50 Purchases Buyers Almost Always Regret
CandyRific Valentine's Day M&M's Movie Popcorn Bucket Variety Pack
- Price: $7.99
Since you may not be able to bring your date to the movies this Valentine’s Day, bring the movies to them. Stream your favorite romantic movie and make the night complete with this snack kit, which includes three bags of Orville Redenbacher’s Gourmet Popcorn and two theater boxes of M&M’s (one plain and one peanut).
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- How To Rebound From a Bad Financial Year: 2020 Edition
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About the Author
Gabrielle Olya
Gabrielle joined GOBankingRates in 2017 and brings with her a decade of experience in the journalism industry. Before joining the team, she was a staff writer-reporter for People Magazine and People.com. Her work has also appeared on E! Online, Us Weekly, Patch, Sweety High and Discover Los Angeles, and she has been featured on “Good Morning America” as a celebrity news expert.