Win points with your loved ones this Valentine’s Day with something creative and homemade. Put some thought into gifts for that special someone, friends, neighbors or co-workers. Do it yourself gifts are easy and fun to make.
The Daily Cougar sat down with UH students to see what their ideas were for a unique DIY Valentine’s Day gift.
“I would take a couple of red balloons and have tiny slips of paper with reasons why I like that person and what characteristics I like about them. Then have them pop the balloons and read all of the slips of paper,” said Kendra Chambliss, a biochemistry junior.
Don’t be afraid to bake desserts like cupcakes, cookies or a cake. Decorate them with pink or red frosting and fun heart-shaped sprinkles.
“Whenever I have a girlfriend on Valentine’s Day, I always like to bake them cupcakes. Most girls think that men can’t cook or bake, but I like to prove them wrong,” said Ahmad Hlayhel, a biology senior.
Not every DIY gift has to be given to a significant other.
“I usually give my friends goodie bags that are filled with Mexican candy like dulce de leche or cajeta (a sweet gooey caramel) that my mom and I brought back from our most recent vacation to Mexico. I know my friends appreciate it when I give them something different,” said Lizette Soto, a photography and digital media junior.
If you are still having trouble with ideas, do not be afraid to turn to the classic gifts such as a coupon book or a mixtape. Decorate and print out the coupons from the computer with things like “This coupon is good for a one hour massage” or “This coupon is good for one lunch or dinner of your choice.”
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