Last Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts

Feb 9

Written By Faith Phelps

Procrastinate much?! Well we can’t all be caffeine induced excessive planners like myself. For those of you that still haven’t bought those V-Day presents, I am here to help!!

For Him

Bed Side Stand - I know, that doesn’t sound very cool but trust me, your husband will love this! This bedside organizer/stand helps keep everything together in one place and looks sooo nice too!! Find it now on Etsy!
Whiskey Baskets - I love putting together homemade gifts. Start with a basket, I get mine from Target or Hobby Lobby. Then I get some filler - think the grass crap from the old school Easter baskets. Next go and grab some of your hubby’s favorite snacks; I get Twix, Almost Famous popcorn , and beef jerky. Then finally, I get a couple of his favorite whiskey’s, and throw it all together in a basket… and did I mention, I make it super cute! Simple, easy, and best of all…it is all available last minute!! Its the thought that counts, and it could really be any drink. Doesn’t like whiskey? Put wine or beer in the basket! There are so many local drinks to choose from! (All I can really recommend is alcoholic drinks)
- Beer
  - 1717 Brewery
  - Spotted Cow (This stuff… yuuuummm)
  - Lua Brewing
- Wine
  - Summerset Winery
  - Cedar Ridge Winery
Homecooked Meal - Something that doesn’t take a lot of pre-planning, but for someone like me, may be the hardest of them all. To help us Non-Betty Crocker’s out there, HelloFresh is the cheat code, and it has Valentine’s Day meal kits ready for delivery! It comes with everything you need to make your meal and dessert. All you need is wine (again alcohol) and your Valentine’s Day homecooked romantic meal is complete!
Experiences - my husband and I always try and give each other experiences as opposed to gifts. Memories last forever!
- Escape Room
- Concerts
- Theatre
- Long Weekend Trips
- Staycations (definitely his favorite)

For Her

Spa Day - Every girl loves a spa day and more then likely has been stressed out and deserves one. They are quick, simple and best of all, always available for purchase!! Check out one of my local favorites! The Spa at West Glen!!
Flowers - For those who are looking for flowers but haven’t contacted a florist yet, I have two words for you…Trader Joes! They have the most beautiful bouquets, and for a super affordable and reasonably priced! Prices I have at my location float around: Dozen roses - $6, Multi flower bouquets - $15, Live plants (if your S/O is into that - not me) - less then $10! One thing they don’t have is a vase, and let’s be real, no one wants another vase. Re-use or get one from the Goodwill. Or I can lend you one…I have an entire cupboard full!
- Flowers cont. - If you plan better for her birthday and can contact a florist. There is no contest, the best in the business is Love Blooms. Make sure you tell Ashley, I sent you.
Jewelry - What girl doesn’t love a piece of glittery goodness!
- Unique, boutique style jewelry is a standard at Leona Ruby! If your girl is quirky and looking for something different, pick it up today! I can’t hype this place enough!
- Classic, timeless, pieces more your girl’s style? Joseph’s Jewelers has all the timeless choices you could ask for. Pick it up in either downtown Des Moines or in West Glenn.
- Wild and Free? Try Mint Piercing. They have such cool pieces, and they will help pick out any piercing your girl might be looking for!