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There’s no denying the best gifts are always handmade. These projects range from quirky to cute to romantic, meaning they’re perfect for everyone in need of a little extra love come Valentine’s Day.
1. A Stylish Bra
![black bra on mannequin](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2014/02/19131908/black-bra-on-mannequin.png)
It’s the day of love, so go on and sew yourself something special. When you measure and make your own bras, you can avoid gaping cups and pinching straps while creating a totally custom look. What’s more romantic than that?
2. Heart-Shaped Potholder
![heart-shaped potholder](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2016/02/13162028/heart-shaped-potholder.png)
Show the chef you love their delicious delicacies with a heart-shaped potholder they can use year-round. This quick-stitch project can be made in one sitting, and it’s a great way to use fabric scraps.
3. Country Heart Bookmark
![country heart bookmarks](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2014/02/19132346/country-heart-bookmarks.png)
Gift the bookworm in your life a cute, handmade bookmark that really shows how much you care. Then practice some self-love and make one for yourself!
4. Love Koi Fish
![love koi fish](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2014/02/19132551/love-koi-fish.png)
“Koi” means “love” in Japanese, deeming this the perfect Valentine’s Day present. Sew a yin and yang pair and gift the adorable duo to your sweetie.
5. A Mug Rug You’ll Heart
![February mug rug](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2014/02/19132807/february-mug-rug.png)
Enjoy that hot cocoa and sugar cookie on a festive mug rug. Consider it one of the easiest ways to adorn a table for the holiday.
6. Over-the-Top Rose Hat
![woman wearing rose hat](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2014/02/19133011/woman-wearing-rose-hat.png)
Choose from five different sizes to make a bold, blooming hat. Each can fit numerous noggins, and the pattern comes with bonus instructions for a leaf necklace to complete the look.
7. Squid Stuffy
![pink valentine squid stuffed doll](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2014/02/19133242/pink-valentine-squid-stuffed-doll.png)
Create a quirky gift for your special someone — yeah, we’re talking a funky stuffed squid. Sew this huggable fellow in fuchsia fabric for a bold pop of color.
8. Good Doggy
![sewn valentine dog](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2014/02/19133423/sewn-valentine-dog.png)
What a good pup! This pattern is simple to sew and adorned with decorative hand-stitched details every dog-lover will adore. And if you’re more of a cat person, there’s a pattern for a festive feline, too!
9. Heart Hand Warmer
![heart hand warmer](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2014/02/19133705/heart-hand-warmer.png)
Make sure your Valentine keeps cozy with a heart-shaped hand warmer. It stitches up incredibly fast and uses even the smallest scraps in your stash.
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