Five Easy Eco-Friendly DIY Valentine's Day Gifts

This Valentine's Day, let your love blossom with thoughtful, homemade gifts that not only express your affection but also contribute to a healthier planet. We've curated five easy, eco-friendly DIY gift ideas that you can create with simple materials and a dash of creativity. Get ready to impress your special someone with these handmade tokens of love! 🌱💕

1. Upcycled Love Jars 🏺💚:
Materials:

• Clean, empty glass jars
• Old newspapers or maps
• Mod Podge or eco-friendly glue
• Paintbrush
• Scissors
• String or ribbon

Instructions:

• Cut heart shapes from old newspapers or maps.
• Apply a thin layer of Mod Podge or eco-friendly glue to the jar's surface.
• Place the cut-out hearts onto the jar, ensuring smooth adherence.
• Seal the hearts with another layer of Mod Podge.
• Once dry, tie a string or ribbon around the jar for a finishing touch.

2. Herbal Infusion Bath Salts 🛁🌿:
Materials:

• Epsom salts
• Dried herbs (lavender, chamomile, or rose petals)
• Essential oils (lavender, eucalyptus, or rose)
• Glass jar

Instructions:

• Mix Epsom salts with dried herbs in a bowl.
• Add a few drops of your chosen essential oil.
• Transfer the mixture into a glass jar.
• Decorate the jar with a ribbon or twine.
• Include a note suggesting a relaxing bath for two!

• Recycled paper scraps
• Water
• Flower seeds
• Blender
• Cookie cutters or molds

Instructions:

• Tear the paper scraps into small pieces and soak them in water for a few hours.
• Blend the soaked paper until it forms a pulp.
• Mix in flower seeds.
• Press the mixture into cookie cutters or molds, shaping it into hearts.
• Let it dry completely before gifting. Include planting instructions for a touch of green love.

4. Recycled Fabric Cozy Blanket 🧵🌎:
Materials:

• Old flannel shirts or other soft fabrics
• Fabric scissors
• Sewing machine or needle and thread

Instructions:

• Cut squares or rectangles from the old fabric pieces.
• Place two fabric pieces with the right sides facing each other.
• Sew around the edges, leaving a small opening.
• Turn the fabric right side out and stitch the opening closed.
• Create a cozy, eco-friendly blanket to keep your loved one warm.

5. DIY Beeswax Wrap Set 🐝🍃:
Materials:

• Cotton fabric
• Beeswax pellets
• Parchment paper
• Grater
• Iron

Instructions:

• Cut the fabric into desired sizes.
• Place fabric on a sheet of parchment paper.
• Sprinkle grated beeswax evenly on the fabric.
• Cover with another sheet of parchment paper and iron until the wax melts.
• Let it cool, and your eco-friendly, reusable food wraps are ready to use.

This Valentine's Day, go the extra mile with these easy, eco-friendly DIY gifts. From upcycled love jars to homemade seed paper, each handmade creation is a testament to your love and commitment to a greener planet. Get crafting and make this Valentine's Day extra special!  If you enjoyed reading our blog and would like more ideas on how to celebrate Valentine’s Day eco-friendly style, check out our blogs at https://www.hazelshomeproducts.com/blogs/news. 🌿💑💚