You don't have to spend a lot of money to get your Valentine a treasured and meaningful gift. In fact, you can find the traditional (and traditionally expensive) Valentine gifts at a discount if you know where and when to buy. Plus, there are lots of inexpensive gifts to which you can add your own sentiments to make them truly meaningful.
Here are six tips for finding affordable Valentine's Day gifts:
1. A dozen red roses is one of the most romantic gestures you can make (on Valentine's Day or any time of the year), and you don't have to pay a lot if you know a few secrets. One way to get your Valentine's roses at a discount is to order early. Several of the major online florists offer as much as $10 off your Valentine bouquet if you pre-order your bouquet by the end of January (for delivery on Valentine's Day). No matter what time you order your Valentine's bouquet online, make sure you look for a coupon code first. You'll find 10% off coupons year round, and you can find surprisingly inexpensive Valentines packages by shopping around.
2. To reduce your costs still further, pair a simpler floral purchase with a personal sentiment. Purchase a single red rose, add a small box of fine chocolates, and combine it with a card in which you write 10 to 20 (or 100) reasons you are grateful for your Valentine.
3. You aren't required to send roses. What is your loved one's favorite bouquet? She'll appreciate that you know what her favorite flower is, and you may be able to save some money on a less traditional floral gift.
4. Purchase seeds or bulbs and a few decorative pots so that she can grow her own favorite flowers. Include a card with the sentiment that your love will continue to grow just as the flowers do. When you give a growing plant, instead of cut flowers, you ensure that the recipient will be able to enjoy the gift for longer than a week or two.
5. The prospect of creating treasured memories together can be just as romantic as a bouquet of roses. If your budget is tight, rent a couple of romantic movies and order pizza for Valentine's Day. The trick to being romantic is in the personalization that you bring to each gift. The most romantic gifts are those that say, "I spent time on this gift" and "I enjoy spending time with you."
6. When you are looking for inexpensive gift ideas, think outside the box. If your loved one likes to keep a diary, for example, present her with a beautiful new journal and a nice pen. Sign the inside with a romantic quote.
The trick to making any gift romantic is to make sure to pair your gift with words from your heart. A romantic card with a handwritten, heartfelt sentiment is, in itself, one of the best gifts you can give.
Jamie Jefferson writes for Susies-Coupons.com and Momscape.com, where you can find coupons and discounts for the latest and best flower coupons and jewelry television coupons.
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