Cozy, creative, entertaining and more, Allergic Living’s top food-free gifts are the surprises you’ll want on hand this Valentine’s Day!
The gifts in our guide promise to surprise and delight, and range from craft kits for little ones to lustrous, allergy-friendly lip glosses for tweens. Pick one (or all!) and fill the house with hearts and hugs, laughter and smiles this February.
Crazy Aaron’s – Thinking Putty
Guaranteed to keep little hands busy, Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty is bouncy, stretchy, moldable and utterly irresistible. Part of the company’s Valentine’s Day collection, the “Love Letter” tin is filled with Xs, Os, hearts and other cutesy eye-catchers. Made of non-toxic silicone; recommended for kids over the age of 3.
Free of: Top 9 allergens plus gluten
Shop online at Crazyaarons.com (U.S. and Canada)
Retailers include Target, Walmart and Barnes & Noble.
Creativity for Kids – Friendship Bracelets
A gift that taps into the Taylor Swift-inspired bracelet frenzy, the Friendship Bracelets Mini Kit from Faber Castell will delight kids ages 6 plus. Complete with multi-colored embroidery floss, assorted beads and weaving tools, the kit has everything they’ll need to make 10 personalized bracelets. Plus, if you surprise them ahead of the big day, they’ll have handmade handouts for all of their besties come February 14.
Shop online at Fabercastell.com. In Canada, Treasureislandtoys.ca.
Kiss Freely – Lip Gloss
Moisturizing and light, this Top 9-free gloss also imparts a subtle sheen that’s perfect for revelers of any age. Tied up with a V-Day ribbon, the gloss three-pack arrives ready for gifting, though it’s also easy to divvy up among multiple recipients.
Free of: Top 9 allergens plus gluten, sunflower seed, beeswax, coconut, shea butter, parabens, petroleum and phthalate
Shop online at Kissfreely.com. In Canada, at Nonutsaboutus.ca.
LEGO – Heart Ornament
Let builders express their love this Valentine’s Day with a LEGO Heart Ornament set. Designed for enthusiasts 9 years old and up, the kit allows for plenty of customization and creativity. Plus, once completed, you can hang the flower-festooned LEGO heart on a window, wall or door to enjoy for weeks to come.
Shop online at Lego.com, Target.com and Walmart.com. In Canada, at Lego.com/en-ca and Walmart.ca.
Retailers include The LEGO Store, Target and Walmart.
Melissa & Doug – Heart Magnets
For February 14, invite budding artists to unleash their creativity with a Heart Magnets Wooden Craft Kit from Melissa & Doug. With heart-shaped magnets, paint, paintbrush, glitter glue and gem stickers, it has enough bits and bobbles to bring any artistic vision to life. Not recommended for kids under the age of 3.
Shop online at Amazon.com and Walmart.com. In Canada, at Amazon.ca.
Retailers include Walmart. (U.S. & Canada)
Michaels – ‘Be Mine’ Bookmark
Kids who can’t resist a little glam will swoon over Creatology’s Be Mine Shaker Bookmark. Glittery and colorful, filled with confetti and loads of sparkly hearts, it makes a cute gift, especially when paired with an exciting new read.
Shop online at Michaels.com. In Canada, at Canada.michaels.com.
Retailers include Michaels. (U.S. & Canada)
NeeDoh – Sensory Toy
Designed for squashing, stretching and smushing, NeeDoh’s Color Change Squeeze Heart delivers endless fun. As cute as iconic Valentine’s Day candy, this squeezable toy contains no latex, BPA or phthalates. It has the added bonus of shifting shades with every squeeze. (Some retailers also sell the version that remains one color.) Recommended for valentines 3 years of age and up.
Shop online at Schylling.com and Amazon.com. In Canada, at Well.ca.
Retailers include Walmart. (U.S. only)
Old Navy – Pajamas
Snuggly and stylish, these heart-covered PJs will ensure a cozy finish to any Valentine’s Day celebration. Available in a wealth of sizes, there’s a set for everyone in the family — from newborns to grandparents.
Shop online at Oldnavy.gap.com. In Canada, at Oldnavy.gapcanada.ca.
Retailers include Old Navy.
OOLY – Stickiville Stickers
Emblazoned with inspirational words, OOLY’s Mini Mantras Stickers are just the thing to put your valentine in a positive frame of mind. Cute and colorful, these puffy stickers will help spread the love as they gleam from notepads and binders, phone cases, water bottles and more.
Shop online at Ooly.com and Suzyultiman.com. In Canada, at Dillydallykids.ca.
Palm Pals – Plushy Toy
Squishy, soft, cute and cuddly, Paolo Cupid Heart is a lovable gift kids will adore. Part of the Palm Pals family of plushies, the 5-inch Paolo is designed to fit in your hand while stealing your heart.
Shop online at Palmpals.com, Amazon.com and Target.com. In Canada, at Mastermindtoys.com.
Retailers include Walmart. In Canada, Mastermind Toys.
Skillmatics – Flower Bouquet
An ideal gift for crafters ages 4 to 9, the Poke-In Art Flower Bouquet kit from Skillmatics is mess-free and loads of fun. Using fabric squares, foam and wooden stems, kids will spend hours creating a kaleidoscopic bouquet. Will they then surprise you with a gift of your own? Better have a vase at the ready.
Shop online at Skillmaticsworld.com and Amazon.com (U.S. only)
The Children’s Place – Valentine’s T-Shirt
Gifted to tots or too-cool tweens, this cheeky little number is sure to garner a smile. Cute without being mushy, it’s just the thing when you want to show your feelings without being labeled as “cringe”.
Shop online at Childrensplace.com. In Canada, at Childrensplace.com/ca/home.
Retailers include The Children’s Place. (U.S. & Canada)
Related Reading:
Allergic Living’s Valentine’s Candy Guide 2025
Top 9-Free Valentine’s Cookies, Brownie Recipes
