Unique and Thoughtful Hong Kong Valentine's Day Gift Ideas 2020 ❤

Unique thoughtful gifts and keepsakes, handcrafted and designed by independent Artisans.

 

Handcrafted and design goods make wonderful gifts and keepsakes for Valentine’s day as each piece of handcrafted good is individually made and design goods often comes with a meaningful story. Whether you are looking for something unique for yourself (Self-love, Dear!) or for someone you care about, here are some unique thoughtful gifts and keepsakes ideas. Gift giving doesn’t have to be about luxury, a thoughtful sentiment would makes this gesture even more meaningful. Everything is more beautiful when it is made with heart.

Personalised Gifts ❤

Do you have a love message for your beloved one or a phrase/a song name that represent your relationship? What about having both of your names on a handmade candle? This hand poured soy wax candle with personalised scratch off message makes a very fun and meaningful gift. You can choose from a selection of 17 scents, each scent represent different stage of a love relationship.

A handcrafted personalised gift can be treasured by your beloved one for a long time. It makes a unique thoughtful gift as it is not mass produced and it is not something anyone can easily buy from a a store. This handcrafted jewellery tree made with hardwood and Acrylic makes a thoughtful sentimental gift, not only it can display your other half’s jewellery beautifully, you can also have a personal name laser engraved on the wood base.

“Hold me tight” Functional gifts ❤

Bao illustration Hot Water Bottle by Pinyin Press. Available on Qraftie for HKD 160

Bao illustration Hot Water Bottle by Pinyin Press. Available on Qraftie for HKD 160

 

These two functional illustration design goodies are so loveable, something for your beloved one to hold on tight, just like you are holding each other tightly. Have you heard of Audrey Hepburn’s famous quote, “The best thing to hold onto in life is each other.”? This hot water bottle with a cute bun (aka bao) illustration design is here to give you and/or your beloved one a “warm huggie”. It’s a wonderful item to have for a cosy staying-in-night in this winter season.

Handmade x DIY Gift Ideas ❤

What makes it even more unique than gifting something for your beloved one by yourself. While squeezing time out from a busy day to day schedule might not be easy for some people, readying a nice surprise can be easily done with a bit of creativity. Here are two simple romantic DIY gift ideas. This set of handmade magnets are made from upcycled materials, Champagne corks. Each piece was handcrafted individually and comes with a uniquely designed gift box to hold four magnets. Print a few photos that captures the precious moments of you and your beloved ones and display them on the fridge with these unique handmade magnets, a romantic and meaningful gift ideas.

Express love with Art ❤

Art is a wonderful way to express love. This hand painted heart shape mandala art desk accessory makes a loveable gift, not only you can choose from a selection of mandala art patterns and have it painted in your beloved one’s favourite colour, you can also add a personal name on it, making it “the one and only” Valentine’s day gift.

For those who are looking for artwork that shares a love message, this signed art print named Together Our Roots Grow Deeper would be a lovely gift. This art print represents love and how the Artist think a relationship should be like: two separate entities, each preserving and respecting their individual features. Their roots, though, become one and together they can reach greater depths.

Matching Outfits ❤

Matching illustration t-shirts, Big Bao and Small Bao by katjweiss. Available on Qraftie for HKD 242

Matching illustration t-shirts, Big Bao and Small Bao by katjweiss. Available on Qraftie for HKD 242

 

For the love birds and BFFs, these matching outfits would make an ideal gift ideas. The creation process of these hand printed t-shirts are managed by the illustrator herself, from designing these cute illustrations to printing them on t-shirts by herself using the screen-printing technique.

Accessories ❤

Heart shape silver necklace by Six Sense Jewellery. Available on Qraftie for HKD 399

Heart shape silver necklace by Six Sense Jewellery. Available on Qraftie for HKD 399

 

Thinking to get something for your beloved one to wear on a daily basis? This heart shape necklace is designed by an independent designer who find inspiration in nature and life. Some people believe necklace as a gift symbolise eternal love. More beautiful styles are available at Six Sense Jewellery’s Qraftie store.

Pampering Time ❤

Pampering time is always nice. Whether you would like to treat your beloved one or enjoy some pampering time together, these handmade soap and bath bomb Valentine’s day themed gift set would be a wonderful idea.

Love Messages ❤

Spoon Me Greeting Card by Cardshelf. Available on Qraftie for HKD 28 each

Spoon Me Greeting Card by Cardshelf. Available on Qraftie for HKD 28 each

 

When was the last time you handwrite a card to someone you care about? As Valentine’s day is coming up, why not take this opportunity to write a love message to your beloved one or share some positive vibe with your besties with these cute and fun greeting cards.

If you enjoy reading this gift guide, please share it with your family and friends. Please be reminded as some handmade goods are made to order, be sure to make your order in advance. Please refer to the original listings for more information and please also note shipping fees may apply. Wishing you a Happy Valentine’s.

January 2020

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