Valentine’s Day often puts the spotlight on romantic love, but love comes in many forms, and friendship deserves its own celebration, too.
Celebrated on February 13, Galentine’s Day is an unofficial holiday that’s all about celebrating the women in your life who hype you up, keep you grounded, and somehow always know when you need a coffee, a laugh, or a long text exchange about absolutely nothing.
Galentine’s Day doesn’t have to mean big plans or expensive gifts. Keep it simple. Unplug for a little while, put something sweet in the oven, try a low-stakes creative project, and enjoy spending time together.
Get some fun ideas with Craftsy, where you can find baking and craft classes and articles perfect for a friendship-themed hangout.
Macreme Heart Friendship Bracelets
If Galentine’s Day had an official craft, it might just be the friendship bracelet, and these adorable heart-pattern macramé versions are basically a love letter to the ’80s and ’90s.
These bracelets are simple, relaxing, and easy to make. They’re perfect for throwing on your favorite rom-com, pouring a glass of wine or hot cocoa, and braiding away while you catch up with friends. It could even be a fun bonding activity with young nieces and nephews too.
Even better, you can use whatever you have lying around, like leftover yarn, embroidery floss, or even parachute cord. You can turn your finished hearts into more than just bracelets. Add one to a keychain, clip it onto a tote bag, or make a cute little purse charm for your bestie.
Sweet and nostalgic. Check out the class here.
Watercolor Cards
If you’re looking for a Galentine’s craft that feels relaxing, creative, and easy to pick up, homemade watercolor cards are the way to go. Watercolor has this wonderfully organic, go-with-the-flow quality; the colors blend, bloom, and do their own thing, which means there’s really no such thing as “messing up.”
This is the ultimate low-stakes creativity project: cut out a few simple heart shapes, play with soft washes of pinks and reds, and let the paint surprise you. Every card turns out a little different, and that’s part of the charm. In the end, you’ll have handmade Valentine’s that feel thoughtful, personal, and beautifully one-of-a-kind.
Freehand your own or check out Craftsy's class here.
Crochet Hearts
Calling all fiber friends: this one’s for you. Crochet hearts are the perfect Galentine’s project: small, sweet, and ideal for using up those little bits of leftover yarn that always seem to multiply in the craft basket.
These hearts work up quickly, making them great for an easy evening craft session while you chat with friends. And the best part? They’re endlessly versatile.
Turn them into ornaments, keychains, garlands, bag charms, or tuck one into a card as a handmade surprise for your favorite people. Whether you make one or a whole rainbow of them, crochet hearts are a simple way to share a little warmth (and a little yarny love) this Galentine’s Day.
Find the pattern here.
Cookie Boxes
If you want a Galentine’s project that’s equal parts cozy and impressive, cookie boxes are the move. Bake up a batch of your favorite cut-out cookies, break out the icing, and suddenly you’ve got a celebration that feels like a party — even if it’s just you, your besties, and a kitchen counter covered in sprinkles.
This is the perfect craft for anyone who loves to flex their decorating skills (or at least have fun trying). Turn it into a full Galentine’s night: pour a glass of wine, put on a Taylor Swift playlist, and decorate cookies while you catch up, laugh, and inevitably eat “just one more.”
Package them up in cute little boxes or tins, and you’ve got the sweetest handmade gift for friends, coworkers, neighbors, or, honestly, yourself. Because nothing says I appreciate you like homemade cookies with a little extra frosting.
Bake along with the instructor here.
Want more Galentine's (or Valentine's) Day Ideas?
Craftsy is packed with hundreds of on-demand video classes, step-by-step articles, and downloadable patterns covering everything from sewing, knitting, cross-stitch, and crocheting to—of course—baking. Whether you’re a beginner learning how to decorate your first batch of cupcakes or an experienced maker looking for fresh ideas, Craftsy offers expert instruction to guide you every step of the way.
Best of all, library patrons can access Craftsy for free through the Ohio Digital Library or directly in the Libby app. Just open Libby, head to the Extras section, and start exploring your next creative project!
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