Gifts for HER that Won’t Blow Your Budget

Dating & Friendship, Hobbies & Leisure — By Sofianna on November 23, 2012 2:45 pm

As a guy, you sometimes feel compelled to be the giver and provider for your lady. And this is especially so during Valentine’s Day, birthdays and anniversaries. With the shops constantly hitting our pockets, we show you some heartfelt and thoughtful ways on how you can spend on your fairer half without breaking the bank.

Greeting Cards

Cost: Less than $10

Time to make: Less than an hour

DIY cards

It’s been said in history that the act of giving cards began with Saint Valentine’s in the 3rd Century. Before he was put to death on 14th February, he wrote to his special friend and signed it, “Love from your Valentine.” Thus began the tradition of exchanging cards with notes of endearment.

Now, it has become one of the most common ways of expressing your affections to a loved one. Instead of giving her a commercial card straight off the shelves, make it more personal with a self-made-and -written card. Pen a heartfelt message and take the time to decorate and design it. Nothing speaks of love more sincerely than a handmade gift, even if it is just card.

personal CD

Personalised CD with all her Favourite Songs

Cost: Between $1 to $1.50 per song

Time to make: Less than an hour

Who says CDs are outdated? If your gal is a music lover, then this is the perfect gift for her. You can download all her current favourite songs and burn it on a disc – this shows that you are attentive and knows what she likes. If you’re into music yourself, you could even compose your own tune as a bonus track. We guarantee she’ll melt at the romantic gesture.

Packed Picnic

Cost: $25 and above, depending on menu

Prep time: Approx. 2 hours

Rather than wait ages for a table, pay for service (that’s not always good) and fight the crowds at popular restaurants, why not take your special someone out for a picnic that you packed yourself? You don’t have to be good in the kitchen – sandwiches are easy to make and pack. Just remember to include a nice bottle of bubbly to finish off the meal. Enjoy an afternoon in the sun, or if you’re headed out for a night under the stars, bring a few tealights for a romantic setting.

picnic outdoors

Gifts never have to be expensive – they just have to be sincere and from the heart. The next time an “event” rolls round, try one of the above and see if she doesn’t love it.