As February 14th inches closer on the calendar, the countdown to Cupid’s day starts feeling more and more like a pressure cooker for discerning gift-hunters. Sure, if you’re in a pinch, you could go the predictable chocolate-and-roses route—but why not kick the romance factor up a few notches with a handcrafted keepsake that will really make your other half feel like your better half?
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Even better: While you’re browsing for that perfect something, honor Black History Month by showing some love to Etsy’s rich community of black artisans and sellers. Whether your special someone is craving a little pampering, a wardrobe upgrade, or a gorgeous new piece of jewelry to show off, we’ve gathered a lovebird-friendly collection of sure-to-please treasures. No matter whose heart you’re after, you’ll find a gift that will make them fall in love at first sight.
Whisking them away on a tropical V-Day getaway might not be in the cards within the next two weeks, but you can still indulge your favorite wanderluster with this Caribbean-inspired print by Brooklyn-based artist Erin Robinson, aka Brooklyn Dolly. And don’t worry about the wrapping—this Parsons-trained designer-by-day has got you covered. She regularly earns raves for lovingly packaging her items in customized tape, stickers, and trimming.
New York knitter and accessories designer Chasten Harmon of Plush Armour fashions her one-of-a-kind creations from luxe fibers like multi-hued merino wool. This roomy, reversible scarf, double-knitted for extra softness, will give your nearest and dearest the warm and fuzzies—literally—whenever they think of you.
Designer Paulette Jemmott-Wiley was so influenced by the colors and textures of her native Barbados that she relocated her New York City workshop back to her home island, where she operates Dahlia Soleil today. But luckily, her whimsical, spirited, and fuss-free (read: machine-washable and dryable) appliqués are still readily accessible for your V-Day gifting needs. May we suggest a wilt-proof flower or a throwback mix tape embroidered on pink felt?
New Jersey-based hat maker and trained costume designer Markisha Velasquez of Junior Baby Hatter has a deep love for vintage that’s reflected in her dapper line of newsboy-style caps. For a family-friendly holiday, the irresistible Daddy & Me set includes a topper for Dad, a matching cap for baby (or toddler), and a serious cuteness fix for you.
Among aromatherapist Aba Gyepi-Garbrah’s treasure trove of aromatic botanical potions, this balm is the gift that keeps on giving. It delivers moisturized, touchable skin and facial hair that both you and your S/O can relish—and since all Aba Love Apothecary products are made sans petrochemicals or parabens, Mother Earth will thank you too.
Brooklyn-based human rights worker-turned-designer Nasozi Kakembo of OSxN delivers a blend of comfort, utility, and beauty with her eclectic assortment of textile-driven décor and furniture. Perhaps no item in her shop captures that killer combo quite like this yoga mat holder, with a roomy pocket to hold your pre- and post-gym essentials, and a cheerful pattern—inspired by Uganda’s renowned pineapples—to lend some balanced-chakra chic.
Help your main squeeze store—and spotlight—their favorite jewelry and accessories with this one-of-a-kind tray from Baltimore-based shop vintage vogue. Designer Charlotte Cannon hand-paints wood for an effect so striking, the trays can even shine on their own as display-ready art.
Searching for a way to tell them that they’re equal parts strong and beautiful…without the greeting card schmaltz? Lingua Nigra’s bangles, forged of brass, individually etched, and then plated in 22 karat gold, more than do the trick. Plus, with bespoke sizes available, each piece can be customized to fit like a dream.
Expect to be showered with adoring texts from the loved one who gets to slip their phone into one of Khristian A Howell’s elegant and modern cases (available for a variety of iPhone and Samsung Galaxy models). The gorgeous patterns come courtesy of the illustrator’s background as a textile designer for major retail brands, and the construction incorporates protective features like interior padding and impact-resistant plastic.
With vibrant geometric shapes and eye-popping color palettes, the Afrocentric custom earrings designed by Miami’s Cathy Charles of My Moon Seeds don’t just make a statement—they make a style declaration. What’s more, they show love to your lobes: no painful tugging, thanks to the lightweight painted wood they’re made from.
Bronx, NY-based Chanel of Boutique de Bandeaux makes luminous rhinestone headbands designed to instantly elevate any date-night outfit—which makes them the perfect V-Day surprise to present before announcing a reservation at that new dinner spot she’s been wanting to try out for weeks.
54 comments
Sujata from TreasuredMemoryLane said 3 years ago
Great variety of items for everyone on the list! Beautiful collection! Love those gold plated bangles! Thanks for sharing!
DeUno from DeUno said 3 years ago
Beautiful gifts! Great tips for Valentine's! Thank you for sharing!
Lingua Nigra from linguaNigra said 3 years ago
Great lineup! Thanks for including me!
Flo A from AceOfEarth said 3 years ago
Full of color and love -- awesome collection!!
accentonvintage from accentonvintage said 3 years ago
Awesome selections!
Tim and Brigita Cornwell from jacobswoodentoys said 3 years ago
Great selection of items! Thanks for sharing.
Markisha Velazquez from JuniorBabyHatter said 3 years ago
Love all the colors and textures of the different mediums! Thanks for including Junior Baby Hatter ❤️
TropicalGarden from TropicalGarden said 3 years ago
Wonderful selections! Love the hand-paints wood trays, and gold-plated bangles:) Thanks for sharing!
Nicole from KarmaCodeOne said 3 years ago
Lovely theme ~*~ Beeeutiful shops ~ Vintage Vogue's splatter tray is grrrrreat !
Nicole from KarmaCodeOne said 3 years ago
Yes ~!~ amazing art and a new favorite for me !! Harleyandj !!
FuchsiaMoon from TheFuchsiaMoon said 3 years ago
Bravo Rachel and cheers to all featured. We loved this post! Thank you.
Kashuen Collectibles from Kashuen said 3 years ago
I love that dark floral phone case. Great choices.
Tiana Kotskulich Precious Embroidery from TianaHandmade said 3 years ago
Awsome collections, lovely items! Thanks for sharing!
Jeanita from DorcasWidows said 3 years ago
Very inspiring.
Oliveti from BeelineStudio said 3 years ago
Gorgeous finds ! Thanks for highlighting !
Kendra from MaKenSKrubs said 3 years ago
Very happy for those featured.....nice products....Wishing you continued success.... Thank you Ms. Mosely....
Dig Deep Vintage from digdeepvintage said 3 years ago
great gift ideas-wonderful Etsy talents! Congrats all!
R.M Garrett from ArtisticAcrylics said 3 years ago
Wonderful gift ideas that are outside the box! Thank you for sharing!!
Olga Kaplina from KnitteditemsbyOlga said 3 years ago
Great tips for Valentine's! Thanks for sharing!
Julia K Walton from FireHorseVintageHQ said 3 years ago
So many beautiful pieces in this selection - wonderful talent!
Donna from BailouBay said 3 years ago
Thanks Etsy for sharing.Lovely collection
Barbara Gable from CrazyLovely said 3 years ago
love the phone case! Great picks.
Anna from FairyToysWorld said 3 years ago
Very beautiful gifts for Valentine's day! thanks for ideas)
Deborah from naturaledgefineart said 3 years ago
Look forward to Valentine's Day with such beautiful choices and collections. So inspiring Thanks for sharing!
Cutie Expressions from CutieExpressions said 3 years ago
Beautiful idea!!! Thanks for sharing!!
Fionna from TheLedgewoodStudio said 3 years ago
BrooklynDolly shop is just spectacular! Portraits are so very very beautiful. Saving my pennies to own one soon.
Aunyx Burrell from AmentasKeyLLC said 3 years ago
That headband is everything!
Cointrelle Vintage Clothing from Cointrelle said 3 years ago
These are such beautiful shops! Thanks for sharing them with us.
Paula Hutchinson from DeepForestJewellery said 3 years ago
Fascinating collection, I really like the phone cases, so I will be visiting again when my next phone upgrade comes around. Also love the splatter tray.
Marcel Schmitz from ThisIsRealAmber said 3 years ago
I like it ❤️ :-)
quicksilverland said 3 years ago
This is a racist listing. What if the listing said it was a white owned shop? or asian owned shop? Your goods should speak for themselves.
Hamed And Nafi from WandooArt said 3 years ago
Colourful and lovely stuffed! 💙❤️💜💚
Belinda from TheSouthernScribe said 3 years ago
Im sorry but I agree with the other person who said this is a racist list. Why in the world would you recommend products based on the skin color of the shop owner??? I think it's offensive. And for those who would say I'm being silly.... ask yourself what your response would be to this post if the title of the article directed you to shops with great products owned by White People. Great products speak for themselves..... and there are some fabulous ones on this list.....no matter what skin color the shop owner has. SMH Etsy.
Shelba from Sheoshi said 3 years ago
Very inspiring collection. Love the array of colors. thanks
Relly from RelsFindsNapaValley said 3 years ago
The vibrant colors of the featured products are very inviting. I love the Caribbean-inspired print by Brooklyn Dolly... the merino wool scarf by Plush Armour is beautiful and ALL the others are wonderful.
Carrie Riebow from ReindeerAnimalsGames said 3 years ago
Beautiful!
Bybee Vintage from BYBEEVINTAGE said 3 years ago
Wonderful post!
gethsemene1 said 3 years ago
To the white people whining about this: please stop. Just. Stop. Highlighting black-owned shops during Black History Month is not harming you in any way. Stop. Love, fellow white person.
Monica King from LoveSimplyScrubs said 3 years ago
This is awesome!!
aressa from OriginalBridalHanger said 3 years ago
Wow! Stunning items....
Lou from RellikJewelry said 3 years ago
Left feeling very awkward about the subject of this blog post.... divisive no?
Paulette from dahliasoleil said 3 years ago
Thank you for featuring my hibiscus patch. For those saying this is a racist post, uhm, it's Black History Month in the United States and African History Month in some other countries. This is a very tiny fraction of sellers on the site so it's not like we're stealing something from somebody. If Black History Month is a nationally recognized month why can't Etsy showcase black shop owners during that month? First of all, I'm very proud to be a black artist and second of all, great collection of awesome black owned businesses :)
Heather Brown from TreasureTroveLLC said 3 years ago
A beautiful selection!! I especially love the rhinestone headbands. Gorgeous!
Jenicia from PaperType said 3 years ago
Love, love, love!!
Aliza from GemstoneMarkets said 3 years ago
Thanks for sharing!!!!
Debra Gilstrap from gilstrapdesigns said 3 years ago
"Wow" so many beauties I just love this collection!!!
Kendra Talamantes from bmjpymsg said 3 years ago
Anyone else know what to do to redeem my gift cards it says only the order and certificate number and choose other when it asks payment option. It dosent work
学军 刘 from VagabondArtShop said 3 years ago
Very nice Valentine's Day gift
Naa Ardua Darfoor Flohic from PaperFloDesign said 3 years ago
I'm so glad that I stumbled across this article. What a great round of artisans!
Silviya Tsoneva from SteSiStyle said 3 years ago
Geometry I like very much. Thank you.
Karin van der Lijn said 2 years ago
So beautiful and colourful! XX
Nadiia Grypich from eNGiJewelry said 2 years ago
Wow! So many colors and variety) yoga mat holder is my favourite! Africa inspires me too)))
Renee from MissingBricks said 1 year ago
Great Idea's Beautiful items!!
bjatawa said 33 days ago
Well, this is awesome Valentine’s Day Gifts