Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Are you trying to figure out what to buy your loved ones?
This morning on My TV 24 Baltimore’s BMORE Lifestyle show, I shared some gift ideas that are perfect for the whole family: from parents to pals, to your “plus one,” and even your pets!
Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for the Whole Family
Breakfast in bed or a couples paint night activity
Dewey Donut Co.
Location: 1521 Rock Spring Rd, Suite A, Forest Hill, MD 21050
Give your sweetheart breakfast in bed with delicious donuts from Dewey Donut Co in Forest Hill! They have fresh, warm, and made-to-order delicious cake donuts and adorable mini-sized donuts.
Or plan a special Valentine and Winter Glass Paint Night at Dewey Donut Co. with Creative Concepts by Trish on Friday, Feb. 8th at 6:30 PM. You can paint a glass, bring your own wine, purchase to donuts to nosh on, and savor a paint night with your sweetheart or make it a “Gal-entine’s” night with your girlfriends. Tickets cost $20 and the price includes one glass plus all other supplies necessary to complete your project.
Find out more at DeweyDonutCo.com
Sweet Treats: Unique, Gourmet & Hand-crafted Chocolates
Rheb’s Candies
Location: 3352 Wilkens Ave, Baltimore, MD 21229
Give your Valentine the best chocolate made right in Baltimore! Rheb’s Candies have been a Baltimore favorite for 101 years, and I love that they are a 4th generation, family owned business, still in same spot, at a kiosk in shops at Kenilworth.
Taste of Home has rated them the #1 Candy store in Maryland. They mail all over US so you can send to loved ones across the country.
They have so many great Valentine’s Day options including Truffles, Maryland Chocolate Crabs, and even a Valentine’s dog bone for your four-legged family member!
Order yours online at Rhebs.com.
Featured items: Valentine heart, non pariel pop, valentines oreo, dog bones, a stuffed bear holding a pop, a valentine box filled with dark non pariels, red hearts in tulle, Chocolate Crabs, Dipped Truffle box.
Personalized, Hand-stamped Jewelry & Accessories
Firefly Jewelry Designs
These handcrafted jewelry pieces and accessories are by Firefly Jewelry Designs based in Baltimore! I discovered Nina Rae’s jewelry on Etsy and Instagram and was so impressed by her custom designs. Her hand-stamped, adjustable bracelet cuffs can be personalized with any message and symbols you like! She also creates beautiful necklaces including handstamped token jewelry with names (I have one with my children’s names!). Comes in silver (aluminum), copper, and brass (nu gold).
She also has other accessories for sale, like her “lace tags” that offer motivational messages and provide a little bit of glam for your sneakers.
Follow her on Instagram at @FireflyJewelryDesigns or visit her Etsy shop at FireflyNina.Etsy.com.
Games That Spark Fun and Creativity
Squeezamals Freeze ‘N’ Squeeze Game
Squeezamals Freeze ‘N’ Squeeze Game is an entertaining twist on the classic game of hot potato. Players take turns making a yummy treat for their Squeezamal to enjoy. The player caught holding the plush when it’s time to eat must pay for the treat! Designed for children 6 and up. Available at Target stores or on Target.com for $12.99.
Bob Ross “Happy Little Accidents” Party Game
Legendary painter Bob Ross was known for saying “We don’t make mistakes…just happy little accidents.” Happy Little Accidents is the game where you turn whimsical squiggles into creative masterpieces! Celebrate your creativity in this positive party game inspired by the wisdom of Bob Ross.
Great for ages 10 and up, and allows 3 – 6 players at a time.
Available at Target stores or on Target.com for $19.99.
Find out more about both of these games at BigGCreative.com
These are just a few sweet choices and affordable gift ideas for this Valentine’s Day which are sure to charm loved ones near the Charm City! No matter what gift you give, make sure you take time to spend quality time with your loved ones and tell them how much they mean to you!