It’s February, and love is in the air! Here at Zollie, we believe in celebrating every type of love— romantic, familial (found or blood), and perhaps most importantly, self love! Whether you’re seeking ideas for Valentines' Day, Palentine's Day, Galentine's Day, or for a much deserved self-gift, we've got you covered. Here are a selection of gifts to make and buy that send our hearts aflutter. 

1. Valentine's Day Gift Cards

Is there anything more wonderful than receiving a bit of snail mail? A handwritten valentine is a classic and heartfelt gift that will never go out of style. We’d love to mail these sweet, stunningly illustrated cards off to our beloved ones. 

Available from: Phoebe Wahl

2. DIY Embroidered Heart Sweatshirt

We’re craft nerds, so of course we’re going to think the best gifts are homemade! This easy embroidery tutorial takes “wearing your heart on your sleeve” to the next level. A thrifted sweatshirt, yarn, and some basic stitching skills are all you need to create this adorable piece. 

Tutorial Available from: A Pretty Happy Home

3. Naturally Dyed Silk Hair Bow

These 100% silk hair bows are the sweetest. Naturally dyed using plants and hand made in Detroit, this a sustainable accessory you can feel great about buying, gifting, and wearing.

Available from: Rosemarine Textiles

4. Zipper Pouch 

This tiny pink pouch is just the right size. Fill it with yummy treats, games, love letters, and other goodies to make a Valentine's Day grab bag. 

Available from: Zollie

5. Winter Scarf Pattern

Have a knitter in your life? Download this free pattern from Weekend Knits, then head to your local yarn shop and purchase the necessary supplies. Wrap everything up with lots of love and present them with their own custom knitting kit!

Available from: The Long Weekend

6. Heart Surprise Balls 

These adorable surprise balls are handmade in small batches and come with a variety of 16 treasures inside. The excitement of unwrapping this mystery gift is fun for everyone, and the prizes are appropriate for kids ages 3+.

Available from: Oso & Me

7. Learn to Embroider: Kit & Video Guide

Sometimes the best gift is a bit of quality time with someone you love. Learn embroidery with a friend by getting two matching Zollie kits! Cozy up, gather some snacks, and have a “crafternoon” together while working through the video tutorials and learning a new skill.

Available from: Zollie

8. Joy Now Print

We love this fine art giclee by Nina Montenegro of The Far Woods, designers of our Learn to Cross Stitch Kit! Pop this print in a frame and gift it to a friend, partner, child, or yourself. Because who couldn't use a little more joy these days? 

Available from: The Far Woods Etsy