5 Nearly Budget-Free Tips For Valentine’s Day

Jan 24th 2020

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, and odds are those decorations are up and you’re beginning to plan out that special night with your loved one. You and your loved one can have a wonderful Valentine’s Day without breaking the bank. This day is about spending quality time with each other and appreciating everything you’ve been through. The ideas below are just a few different ways you can celebrate Valentine’s Day on a budget. Happy Valentine’s Day!

Couple Cooking Dinner in Kitchen

Cook That Romantic Dinner At Home

We know we have some favorite dinners we like to cook, so there’s no doubt you both have some favorites as well. Just like in a restaurant, make these dishes “specials” on your Valentine’s Day dinner menu at home. Put on that playlist you both love, and start cooking those favorite dinner meals. Once all the messy stuff is done, make it romantic by lighting a few candles on the table, and why not dress up like you’re going out? It’s a great way to enjoy each other’s presence while eating your favorite meals without spending a fortune!

Women on Cellphone Next to Window

Phone-Free Day

Are you someone that constantly looks at their phone? Valentine’s Day would be a great day to put the phone away and devote your attention to your loved one. This is the best, free gift you can give them! Let this be a reminder that nothing is more important than your loved one.

Drive Down Memory Lane

Did you have an unforgettable first date, or maybe an experience like no other at the movies? Valentine’s Day is a great time to take a trip down memory lane and see all the good you’ve been through. We love the idea of recreating a few memories too! Grab dinner at the restaurant where you had your first date, or rent the first movie you watched together.

For those who have home videos, sit back on your couch and watch how you and your partner made it through the years. This is a low-cost way to look back at all the fun times you’ve been through while keeping the night romantic.

Spread Personal Romantic Notes Around The House

Nothing gets more personal than handwritten notes to your loved one. On a few cards, write something special about your loved one. Just a simple note that says “I love you” can make your partner’s day. Hide these notes throughout the house where they will see them like on the coffee machine, mirror, or TV remote. It’s a cheap, yet exceptional way to show your partner how much you truly love them on Valentine’s Day.

Make Valentine’s Gifts You’ll Remember Forever

One great way to save money and see how creative you both are is by making your Valentine’s Day gifts. Spend time putting together a gift your loved one will not forget. Did you keep photos from some of your first years together? Take those and put them in a scrapbook, and watch your loved one be impressed. What about simply making a list of all the reasons why you love your partner? The gift ideas are endless, and you don’t need to spend a fortune on them.

These few ideas show that you really don’t need to go overboard when planning out your Valentine’s Day. This day is about showing your love for one another, hence we always hear “love is in the air” around this time of year. Whatever you choose to do, we’re positive you will have a great Valentine’s Day. We hope these tips help you out!