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    32 Small Brands With Gift Cards, Subscriptions, & Other Truly Last-Minute Valentine's Day Gifts

    Just a collection of unique gifts that'll rival all the others.

    1. Scribbler, a subscription box for writers that'll encourage them to write more this year, and, more importantly, to actually finish their creative projects. Perhaps their next piece will be dedicated to you, their muse.

    the box which includes writing themed gifts and books on writing tips

    2. An Etsy gift card if you're looking to give them a unique gift that will be hard to find anywhere else. The site is filled with artists, makers, and small business owners who offer everything — clothing, jewelry, furniture, decor, toys, gadgets, and more.

    a digital gift card and the design is wrapped presents

    3. A 90-minute online dumpling-cooking class to teach them how to make these irresistible dough-wrapped delights.

    dumplings

    4. Just Seeds by Bloomin' Bin so they can finally start a little garden. There's no time like the present! This subscription is suitable for novice planters *and* green thumbs, and will have them enjoying the fruits of their labor in no time. Love isn't the only thing blooming this year 🥰.

    the Bloomin' Box kit

    5. An illustrated picture you can gift them to remix some of your favorite moments together. Or, you can also just get one for yourself of you and your dog.

    a digital drawing of a couple

    6. Shaker & Spoon, a cocktail subscription just begging to help them up their mixology game. Look out, there's a new tastemaker in town.

    the shaker and spoon kit

    7. A Beginning Boutique gift card so they can snag a sexy number for your next brunch date.

    the gift card

    8. Finders Seekers, a mystery game subscription in case they're a fan of puzzles and escape rooms; this subscription will turn a traditional game night into mystery night of fun for the whole family.

    The kit

    9. A custom family tree sure to bring a sentimental tear to your loved one's eye.

    the family tree printed out and framed

    10. A knitting class that'll teach them how to make their own scarf. By this time next year, they'll be a yarn master.

    someone knitting

    11. A Bifties gift card to let them build their own gift box curated with gifts from Black- and Afro-Latinx-owned brands, making it that much easier to support small businesses of color.

    the gift card

    12. A Bean & Bean subscription — a female-powered coffee subscription for the coffee lovers in your life.

    a bag of coffee

    13. TheraBox, a self-care subscription that'll remind them to to take a little ~me-time~ every now and then with a box filled with therapist-curated items designed to help increase their happiness and reduce stress.

    the subscription box filled with self care products

    14. A Fluide gift card ideal for the beauty aficionado who loves nothing more than shopping for a new shade of lip gloss on a Saturday morning. They'll stay face-ready in case you want to take them out for a night on the town.

    15. A BoneBox subscription for the person who is fascinated with bones. Each month, bone collectors can expect to receive skulls, teeth, claws, or other bones from animals that died naturally in the wild.

    The bone box

    16. A raindrop cake class so they can learn how to make the trendiest cake of the season. You know, the one that boggles the mind. Finally, they'll know how to wield the sorcery that created this cake phenomenon.

    the raindrop cake kit

    17. A Cryptid Crate subscription ideal for the people who pose the questions, "Do you believe Bigfoot exists?" and "Do you love reading everything there is on the Loch Ness monster?" Well, so do the members of this subscription, who love discussing conspiracy theories about these creatures that may or may not exist. 👀

    the cryptid crate

    18. A Matter subscription because it's a membership to the science club they've always wanted to join. Each month, they'll be able to geek over a handful of items that are all forms of matter.

    the subscription box that has different forms of matter inside

    19. A crochet animal pattern you can use to fashion together a cuddly bunny for them or gift them the pattern and let them create their own.

    two bunnies made with the pattern

    20. A tie-dye class so they can finally learn how to make their own tie-dye apparel. The Pinterest fiasco will be a distant memory once they unveil their latest tie-dye masterpiece.

    the kit that comes with the class

    21. A Cat Lady Box subscription to fully embrace that their forever Valentine is their furry friend. It comes with little gifts for their beloved feline friends to enjoy, too.

    the cat lady subscription box that has a cat graphic t shirt that reads cat hair is my glitter and other fun cat themed products

    22. An IndieStitch subscription in case they're looking to usher in a new hobby that will also expand their wardrobe. Each month, they'll receive a new pattern from an indie designer, and everything they need to turn their fabric into a new wardrobe staple.

    the indie stitch subscription box that has sewing tools and thread

    23. A romantic painting class you can gift to a couple or keep for you and your boo. Grab a glass of something with bubbles, throw on your favorite playlist in the background, and rekindle your artistic and amorous sides.

    paintings from the class

    24. The Nailed It Box invented for people looking for cool things to maintain that mani. They've done such a good job keeping their nails together during quarantine, it's become their favorite pastime.

    25. The Adults & Crafts Crate that'll add a little fun back into their routine by sending a new craft project each month.

    the adults & crafts kit

    26. UnboxBoardom to help game night lovers who want to explore games beyond the store aisles. This subscription will send a board game to your doorstep, so you can wow the crew with a new game each month to keep your game nights fresh.

    a board game from the subscription

    27. A PostBox subscription providing them with everything they need to start a penpalling journey, or to stay in contact with friends and family the old-fashioned way. Expect to find a love note in your work bag.

    subscription kit with cards and other stationery

    28. Boxwalla in case the film enthusiast or avid book reader is looking for unique novels and cinematic works to fill their empty shelves.

    29. A fantasy mapmaking class to become a mapmaker and master cartographer. Don't worry, they don't have to be an artist; they'll still be able to enjoy crafting their own magical world. In the end, all roads will lead back to you 💕.

    a fantasy map

    30. Yarn Bits perfect for anyone lookin' to hook up. This subscription will ease you into the world of crocheting one project at a time. Before you know it, you'll be creating your own one-of-a-kind pieces.

    the subscription box with a big spool of yarn and a crochet hook

    31. Comic Mystery Box because the only thing they might love more than you is their comic collection. This subscription sends them graphic novels each month to help them dive back into the comics and rekindle their love for some of their fave characters or help them kickstart their collection.

    a spread of comic books

    32. A truffle class that'll teach them how to make some of the most delicious desserts — truffles. *initiate drool*

    someone rolling a truffle in coconut

    When your Valentine opens their gift:

    Psst! Don’t miss Sam Claflin in the new rom com Book of Love from BuzzFeed Studios, coming to Amazon Prime Video February 4th and Sky Cinema February 12th.

    the promotional image for "book of love"

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