Valentines Day Gifts For A Tight Budget

Monday, February 2, 2009 ·

By Andrew Scott

Valentines Day is all about showing your affection for that special person in your life. Of course, if you have a limited budget, you may be worried about just how much recognition you can afford. Luckily, there are many ways to give a great Valentine's Day gift, even if you are on a budget.

What can you get for thirty dollars for this holiday? What about a personalized V-day basket? Purchase a cheap wicker basket or laundry hamper at a discount store and fill it with some unique items that you know your special someone will love. What can you put in the basket? Why not try a movie basket, containing one or two favorite DVDs and popcorn or candy. You can also create a date-in-a basket, with an inexpensive bottle of wine, a blanket, and a picnic lunch for a romantic date under the stars. And of course, there's always the romantic gift basket idea. Try filling it with that special persons naughty favorites and other related items.

Who is not busy these days? And with this economy everyone from blue collar Bob to the rich and famous are feeling the pinch. What can you give to the person that you care about the most regardless of your budget? Your time and attention. You could purchase a variety of items that your special person may like to do such as a voucher towards the total price of a class that you may want to take together or your partner could take on their own.

Everyone is always happy getting the time honored gifts such as flowers and candy. These certainly allow a person to stay in a thirty dollar or less budget. Time honored gifts include stuffed animals, boxes of candy, flowers, novelty gifts, and perfume or cologne, just to name a few.

Instead of purchasing a card at the store and giving the regular old Hallmark usual make a card from scratch on your own. Showcase your talent for poetry, artwork, drawing or sketching. This can also be followed up by send an e-card online. Buy some lace, some fancy paper, etc, and let your creativity shine through. The possibilities are endless.

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