20 Valentine's Day Ideas That Won't Make You Want To Vomit

Stores filled with flowers, balloons, and boxes of chocolates can mean only one thing: Valentine's Day is almost here. If these cutesy expressions of love aren't for you, here are 20 totally noncheesy ways to show your S.O. how much you care.

1. Firecracker Ice Pops

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All the lovey-dovey colors swirled into one totally tasteful package. Recipe here.

2. Heart-Covered Cookie Wrapper

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Take it from us: You get extra points for wrapping homemade sweets in pretty packaging. Directions here.

3. X’s and O’s Cupcakes

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Also great for impromptu games of tic-tac-toe. Recipe here.

4. Candy Gems

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If you aren’t giving the real deal, this is probably the least you can do. Recipe here.

5. Pastel Layer Cake

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A cake fit for a princess. Look alive, Prince William. Recipe here.

6. 3-D Valentine’s Day Accordion Card

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Let’s be real: Who doesn’t love a pop-up valentine? Directions here.

7. Champagne Punch

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We never turn down a cocktail. Recipe here.

8. Pink Meringue Cupcakes with Raspberry Curd

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Cupcakes too cutesy? Show off your sophisticated side by making a meringue. Recipe here.

9. Cookie Envelope

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Because the best kinds of valentines are edible. Directions here.

10. Fondue Party

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Martha’s version of a drinking game but classier and with way more cheese. Rules here.

11. Instagram Photostrips

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Haven’t had a photo-booth moment with your S.O. yet? Fake it with your favorite Instagram shots. Directions here.

12. Candy and Tulip Bouquet

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Think you can't craft? You're wrong. Up your “flower and candy” game with this simple combo. Directions here.

13. Folding Envelope Hearts

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Cheaper than a store-bought card and guaranteed to get an "aww" upon opening. Directions here.

14. Felt Fortune Cookies

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Just don’t try to eat them. Directions here.

15. Crayon Hearts

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Forgive us for waxing poetic, but this suncatcher is pulling at our heartstrings. Directions here.

16. Apple Roses

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Roses you can eat: That’s one bouquet to beat. Directions here.

17. Lacy Votive Holder

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Oh, hello, instant ambience. Directions here.

18. Photo Throw Pillow

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“Face cake” is temporary. “Face pillows” are forever. Directions here.

19. Crayon Stained-Glass Heart Cards

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Art you can make with crayons? Sign us up. Directions here.

20. Doily Envelopes

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Caution, slackers: This lacy envelope will raise expectations for what’s inside. Directions here.