Make This Valentine’s Day Special with DIY Gifts & Support Local at Office National
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Make This Valentine’s Day Special with DIY Gifts & Support Local at Office National
This Valentine’s Day let’s embrace the charm of DIY gifting! In a world dominated by digital messages, there’s something truly special about giving a gift made with love. A handcrafted present is not only a heartfelt gesture, but it also adds a personal touch that will be cherished for years. Some lovely DIY ideas include a simple handwritten card or a beautifully crafted keepsake, your creativity is the key to making this Valentine’s Day unforgettable.
What’s even more meaningful is when we support local businesses. Shopping at Office National doesn’t just give you access to high-quality arts and crafts supplies; it also supports your local community. By shopping locally, you’re helping uplift small businesses, creating jobs, and creating a stronger, more connected community. So, let’s dive into some DIY gift ideas you can make with love, using all the amazing arts and crafts products from Office National.
DIY Valentine’s Day Gifts
1. Handmade Valentine’s Cards
In a world full of digital messages, there’s something incredibly special about receiving a handwritten card, whether it is expressing your love to a partner, or your friend or sending good vibes to a family member, a personalised message on paper speaks volumes. Office National has a wide selection of blank cards and coloured paper in every hue, as well as coloured pens, markers, and crayons to help you add vibrancy and creativity. And for extra dazzle, embellish your card with, stickers, or glitter to make it extra special.
2. Love Coupons
Craft a book of redeemable "love coupons" filled with sweet gestures like “One free home-cooked dinner” or “A night of movie marathon.” Use cardstock, coloured paper, and markers from the Office National website or your nearest Office National and tie them together with ribbon or twine for a charming presentation. These thoughtful coupons are not only a fun surprise, but they also offer experiences that show how much you care.
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3. Show them you care
As Southern Africa’s largest independently owned supplier of Stationery, Office Furniture, Business Technology products, and more, Office, close to our hearts is the education industry and showing value to those who enrich the minds of future leaders and professionals. This Valentine’s Day spread some love, kindness and gratitude to the teachers, with a mini care package of school stationery essentials they will appreciate. From staplers, exam pads, pens, highlighters and many more can be found on our website. This is their day to feel special too!
4. DIY Love Jar
A “Reasons I Love You” jar is a simple yet meaningful gift. Write down all the things you love about the people in your life on small slips of paper and place them in a jar. With ribbon or twine, decorative tags, and coloured paper from Office National, you can create a beautifully packaged gift that your loved one will enjoy reading throughout the year. Use glue to seal the notes inside for an extra polished look.
5. And last but not least, Think, Shop, Support Local!
Supporting local businesses is a powerful way to invest in the heart of our communities and strengthen the local economy. When you shop locally, the money you spend, stays within the community, helping create jobs, support local businesses, and fund services that directly benefit your neighbourhood.
Our Members often have a deep connection to the area, providing products and services that support and sustain the community. By supporting these businesses, you help stimulate economic growth, promote sustainability, and foster a sense of pride in your local area.