Valentine Gift Ideas for all Ages + Giveaway

I really believe Valentine’s is for everyone – romantic love is just one kind of love after all, and there’s so many kinds – parent/child, siblings, friends… Today, I have some lovely sponsors I’m excited to share with you because I think they offer great Valentine gift ideas for all ages!

Jewelry from Chewbeads

I can’t say enough nice things about Chewbeads: they have created innovative and fun jewelry that’s sweeping through mom circles! Yes, the beads are for babies to chew on, but do you know how many compliments I get on my Chewbeads necklaces from people? Tons! Apparently, babies have a homing device that tells them immediately to chop on these beads! And it’s okay, because the beads are made of 100% silicone, so they are safe for chewing; and with a breakaway clasp, it won’t hurt if the baby gives your necklace a yank!

Chewbeads makes necklaces in vivid and modern colors, and in a variety of shapes – I think my favorite is this Cherry Red Jane style! Stack a few together for a chunky, bold look! Also, they’ve branched out into baby toys, and tween jewelry too! So you could really pick up several Valentine’s gifts from Chewbeads for the special people in your life!

Bamboo Sheets from Cariloha 

You might not be thinking “bamboo” for Valentine’s, but you should! With a good weight and a silky texture, bamboo material is a great choice for sustainable textiles. Cariloha is the ONLY retailer in the world to have their entire line 100% made from bamboo!

Imagine waking up to that breakfast in bed I talked about last week… on the softest sheets you’ve ever felt! Sounds lovely, doesn’t it? Create a personal spa day at home for your spouse with bamboo sheets and towels from Cariloha and a little breakfast in bed, too!

Anyone would love a gift made from bamboo! Bamboo fabric is 3 degrees cooler than cotton and wicks away moisture, as well as helps repel odors and allergens! Besides bed sheets, Cariloha also makes towels, men’s and women’s clothing, and accessories.

Children’s Books from Zonderkidz

Of course, I think books make great gifts, especially when they teach children how to love one another. Zonderkidz has a wonderful selection of Valentine’s themed titles from favorite series like The Berenstain Bears. We’ve been reading Love Their Neighbors, and Lessons of Love, both sharing tales of the Bears as they learn important life lessons about loving and giving.

The Beginner’s Bible has a great title for Valentine’s: Jesus Shows God’s Love, which tells children in simple language the way Jesus’ ministry on earth began.

And if your kids are fans of Veggie Tales, Love Your Neighbor will be a fun read for them, covering a Big Idea about how we are to treat other people.

Also, I love the very new book Let There Be Light from Archbishop Desmond Tutu and author/illustrator Nancy Tillman (On the Day You Were Born). Just released in January 2014, the illustrations are simply breathtaking, as in the flock of birds pictured above. Through the pictures and gorgeous lines of text, the story of Creation is told in a way that adults will enjoy reading aloud over and over. (Amazon affiliate)

Gifts and Cards from Hallmark

I love sending and receiving cards – it’s fun to open an envelope (even better if it came via snail mail!) and see what’s inside. Hallmark has some fun treats for Valentine’s this year:

• Sarah Jessica Parker Collection: An exclusive Hallmark Gold Crown collection featuring vintage Hallmark artwork with modern touches and embellishments for Valentine’s Day. 
• Hallmark Signature Collection: Handcrafted cards made with thick and lovely papers, richly textured and embellished – I love the one I received – a Cinderella carraige with a rhinestone in the center!
• Suddenly Flowers: These flowers never wilt – just remove the box top and it transforms into a beautiful paper bouquet. And there’s a sweet message inside!
• itty bittys®: Kids – of all ages – will love these Hallmark itty bittys®! Just 5 inches tall, but so cute you’ll smile – there’s Superman™, Wonder Woman, Mickey, Pooh, and so many other Disney favorites!

What would you like to get for Valentine’s, or how is this day celebrated in your family? 

WIN IT: Three (3) winners will receive products from these great companies! Enter in the form below!

• 1 Winner receives a Chewbeads Jane Necklace (US)
• 1 Winner receives a set of Cariloha Bamboo Sheets (US/CAN)
• 1 Winner receives 3 Zonderkidz books (US)

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Thanks to Cariloha, Chewbeads, and Zonderkidz for providing items to facilitate this post. All opinions are my own.  

Valentine Gift Ideas for all Ages + Giveaway originally appeared on A Year with Mom & Dad on February 6, 2014.

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