6 Quick and Easy DIY Valentine's Day Gifts

This Old House Magazine

When you were a kid, a handmade Valentine's Day card did the trick. Now that you're all grown up, you might find that nothing says romance quite like ditching the store-bought goods for a return to your DIY roots. Here are 6 popular TOH Step-by-Step projects (complete with tools lists, shopping lists, and all the information you need) to help you create a truly memorable gift for your Valentine. -Tabitha Sukhai, thisoldhouse.com

Build a Window Box, Fill It with Flowers

Build a Window Box
Build a Window Box


Time: 3 hours (each)
Custom build these handsome and durable PVC planters to brighten up windows and boost curb appeal. See full instructions, tools list, shopping list, and more in How to Build a PVC Window Box.

Build and Hang a Romantic Porch Swing

Build a porch swing
Build a porch swing


Time: 3 hours
The best seat (not) in the house for romantic, relaxing time together. See full instructions, tools list, shopping list, and more in How to Build and Hang a Porch Swing.

Build a Gorgeous Sideboard with Stock Cabinets

Build a sideboard
Build a sideboard


Time: 8 hours
No one would guess that this handsome piece is constructed with off-the-shelf base kitchen cabinets and simple molding. See full instructions, tools list, shopping list, and more in How to Build a Sideboard.

Make a New Mirror with Old Door Trim

Build a wall mirror
Build a wall mirror


Time: 6 hours
Make a gorgeous, one-of-a-kind wall mirror for your fairest one. Beautiful salvage door casings makes each creation truly unique. See full instructions, tools list, shopping list, and more in How to Make a Wall Mirror.

Build a Custom Bookcase

Build a small bookcase
Build a small bookcase

Time: 6 hours
Create this custom storage feature in just 4 steps, then line the shelves with heartfelt keepsakes and romantic reads. See full instructions, tools list, shopping list, and more in How to Build a Small Bookcase.

Make an Embossed Metal Planter

Make a planter
Make a planter

Time: 1 hour
Welcome your sweetie home with an entry flanked in these stunning, flower-filled containers. See full instructions, tools list, shopping list, and more in How to Build an Embossed Metal Planter.