Valentine’s Day is all about showing the love to those special people in your life. So, we’ve come up with a few ways you can dial up the romance without breaking the budget.  

1.   #1 Get comfy for the occasion  

    If a great night in is your idea of a romantic evening, why not have a little fun in the process. Grab matching pyjamas for you and your partner from Kmart and spend the night cuddled-up on the couch.  

2. #2 Date night dinner  

   A Valentine’s Day dinner doesn’t have to break the bank. Sometimes just getting out of the house for a bite to eat breaks the routine and gives you some alone time together. Reserve a table in-centre at your favourite restaurant and finish the evening off with an ice-cream or sweet treat.  

3.   #3 Sweets for your sweetheart  

   Nothing says ‘I love you’ like a box of fancy chocolates or a delicious pastry or cake from [local retailer]. And the great thing about this gift is you get to share in the love. Yum.  

4.  #4 Everyone loves being pampered  

   Treat your Valentine to some self-care. Book them a little spa treatment, a time to get their nails done, or a relaxing massage from Sunshine Acupuncture & Massage and they’ll thank you over and over.  

5.  #5 The one gift challenge  

   How well do you think you know your partner? And how well do they know you? Here’s a fun way to find out as well as adding a touch of spontaneity and surprise to the day. Set a challenge where you have 30 minutes to find a gift in-centre, with a set budget and let the Valentine fun begin.  
    

6. #6 Swap wish lists  

   If you’re on a tighter budget this year, it doesn’t have to ruin all the fun. Write each other a Valentine’s Day wish list for some budget-friendly gifts and you’ll both be reminded of your loved one every day.  

7. #7 Let your love sparkle  

   Bring the sparkle this Valentine’s Day by dazzling your partner with some jewellery from Goldmine Jewellers or Prouds. You could even go all out with a new matching outfit for a complete Valentine’s Day makeover.  

8. #8 DIY flower bouquet  

   Stop by The Flower Shop and create a custom bouquet. Choose their favourite colours and flowers to make a Valentine’s Day bunch that they’ll love. 
      

9. #9 Bake a sweet treat for your love 

   Tell your Valentine how much they really mean to you. Bake some heart-shaped cookies and then write personalised messages in icing that let them know that you think they’re the best.  
     

10. #10 Love letter surprise 

    Pick out a decorative card from the Newsagent or make your own with craft supplies from Vivid Dollar and write a letter to each other. What better way to show the love than to write it? 

    A little act of love goes a long way and at Nepean Village we’ve got you covered this Valentine’s Day.