Valentine's Day Virtual Gifting Guide

Valentine's Day Virtual Gifting Guide


By Betty Gardiner

February fourteenth is right around the corner and it brings the panic of finding Valentine’s Day gifts for your partner. Don’t get stuck for choices this year - dazzle your valentine by giving an experience present with one of our amazing London gift experiences or craft kits.

Experiences make unique gifts that you can share with your other half and is a thoughtful alternative to a store-bought present. You really show your lucky giftee how much they mean when you show interest in their passions or hobbies. So whether you're treating your soulmate or getting gifts for mum, dad, or best pals, go above and beyond and book in some quality time together with a live online class.

The best part of giving someone an experience as a gift is that it can be done anywhere in the UK. So if you’re in a long-distance relationship, you can still connect on Valentine’s Day by sending them a virtual gift. You can be enjoying a romantic online art class or unwinding with a pottery at-home kit from your home in Manchester as your partner joins in from London, Edinburgh, or wherever they are. Enjoy the day together even when you’re apart!

There’s a live online class or DIY kit for everyone in this ultimate guide on virtual gift-giving. Find some bespoke Valentine’s gifts for her, him and them. You might want to get stuck into DIY projects together, shake off the dust with an online cocktails experience, or cook up a storm in the kitchen. One thing is true for each of these unique gifts, they are thoughtful, exciting and original.

A person tries flower arranging with a Valentine's Day twist.

1. Mix a few exciting DIY cocktails

Stay in this Valentine’s Day and try some cocktail making at home! Enjoy all your favourite drinks from the comfort of your own sofa with no worries about busy bars and expensive price tags. You'll also be learning a fun new skill and sharing plenty of laughter with your loved one, making this a perfect Valentine's Day gift.

Our mixology masters will help you stir up some love as they guide you through using all the supplies in your cocktail making kit. From tools to ingredients and garnishes, these DIY craft boxes are delivered right to your door, making mixology fun and easy. You'll mix up some of the best cocktails to make at home, impressing your tastebuds and your giftee.

A couple learns how to cook together for Valentine's Day.

2. Create a homemade bouquet with flower arranging classes

If your valentine could do with some indoor activities that help them unwind, there’s nothing more relaxing than getting creative with flowers. Working with fresh blooms has been proven to have positive physiological and psychological effects - helping us focus and giving us a serotonin boost, which is a great mood balancer. So jump into our floristry design experiences to de-stress, and you even come away with a gorgeous bunch of blooms to brighten your home. 

DIY flower arranging is super romantic too! Who doesn’t want some flowers on Valentine’s Day? You could make beautiful bouquets or fancy DIY flower crowns. Why not give seasonal wreath making a go? It’s a great way to brighten up your home and feel more positive.

A couple gets messy as they learn to paint for Valentine's Day.

3. Make a romantic meal with our cooking kits

Always stuck coming up with things to make at home for dinner? Want your Valentine's Day to be special? Join a couples cooking class online and fall in love with the slicing and dicing as you spend time with your other half.

No need to be a master chef. Anyone can join in and learn some delicious recipes. It is a really great at home date night idea as it's far more intimate than a restaurant and you get to feel the pride of creating delicious dishes all from scratch.

You can try new cuisines like Asian dumplings or vegan-friendly meals, as well as some old favourites including homemade pizza. Light those candles, grab some wine and enjoy your enchanting evening together.

4. Online painting classes will have you feeling artsy

Paint your lover like one of your French girls with an online art workshop!

DIY painting activities are a super romantic thing to do at home on Valentine’s Day. Let your partner inspire your creativity and get expressive with some paint as you compose a masterpiece to be proud of. You can also then swap your paintings as a unique gift and a reminder of your special time together. 

You will receive a craft kit full of art supplies to help start your creative journey. Why just keep it to Valentine's Day? Use your new talent for paint parties with your partner whenever the creative urge strikes you.

5. Thrill your tastebuds with a tea tasting class

If you’re looking for things for couples to do at home on Valentine’s Day that will taste absolutely delicious, why not try a tea course online. You can learn how to make tea and find out how tea making can be a great meditative experience.

This is more than just an ordinary builder’s brew. You will try all sorts of tea from around the world. There are calming teas, fruity teas, herbal teas and more. So if your friend, family member, or partner drinks tea like a fish, then this is the perfect gift experience for them.

6. Use a terrarium kit to spruce up your home

If you know someone who loves their green friends, then try making a terrarium together as a unique gift. It’s a lot easier than you think, and this is a great way to get creative with nature. Our terrarium kits include everything you and your other half need to make a stunning mini jungle. You’ll get moss, rocks, the best terrarium plants, cute figures and more.

A DIY terrarium is not just stylish, terrarium plants also help to purify the air in your home. It’s a perfect way to look after your space and add some pops of green to your decor. Why buy your loved one a terrarium when you can make one that is so much more personal!

7. Make your own candles and light up the night

Candles are perfect for creating a romantic atmosphere which is exactly what you need for Valentine’s Day. Why not make your own candles to for a really special day and making it together is the perfect experience gift.

Candle making kits only use soy wax which is much better for your health and the environment than paraffin. Who knows this could even become a new hobby for you both as you try all sorts of scents for your handmade candles. From relaxing lavender to invigorating citrus, there are so many enticing aromas to brighten your space.

8. Try a fun paper craft kit for adults

Feeling crafty? Then get experimental with an online craft class and get stuck into some exciting DIY projects with paper. From cards, to collage art, origami, bookbinding and more, there is something out there for your creative valentine.

When you choose one of our amazing DIY kits, you will receive all the materials and instructions you need to make great papercrafts. It is a therapeutic and fun way to spend time with your loved one and is sure to be a one of a kind activity present you will both remember. 

9. Learn how to make chocolate online

Homemade chocolate. I know it doesn’t seem possible, but with one of our online classes, it really is. With a chocolate making kit, you can make some tasty treats with your partner. There are even vegan truffle recipes if you want a gift experience for your plant-based pal.

Our chocolate making classes will teach you how to temper and mould the chocolate into edible shapes like flowers and hearts, and even add exciting flavours. This is a wonderful thing to do on Valentine’s Day as it combines romance with decadence; what could be better than that?

Looking for memorable experiences in London? 

Trying to find something new this year for Valentine's? Experience gifts can be the perfect way to show you love them and we have plenty of things to do in London that will excite you both. Whether you’re a local or you’re planning a city break getaway, there are romantic cooking classes, pottery workshops and even tasting experiences that can bring you even closer together. There are so many activities in London that are perfect for every kind of interest. 

Can't decide which art class, craft workshop, or foodie experience is best for you! Then you can always get an experience gift voucher. That way your lucky valentine can pick whatever they want to do, whenever they want to do it.




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