Sharon Wood and Kristen Crowley have info on how you can save money this Valentine's Day, and still find something special for your sweetheart.
Here are the details:
Krispy Kreme: Now through February 14, buy a dozen heart-shaped doughnuts and get 12 Valentine's Day cards redeemable for free doughnuts. You get 12 cards per dozen purchased, while supplies last.
Whole Foods: Get a 6" chocolate torte for $9.99. It's three layers of chocolate cake separated by two layers of ganache, covered in even more ganache. They will personalize them for free! Click here for more information.
Flower Deals at Whole Foods: $24.99 for less than 24 of them.
Harris Teeter: Get a 15 Stem Rose Bouquet for $19.99.
Do-It-Yourself gift ideas:
Homemade cards
Heart shaped pancakes and sandwiches
Popcorn and bananas for your Valentine (see below)
Heart stamps
Mom & Dad: "You're "Beery" Special To Me (beer); "Love Potion #9" (wine). (Re-purpose the items you already have!)
Kids: "You're the Apple of my Eye" (Squeezeable Apple Sauce); "Don't Erase Our Friendship" (Eraser).
Everyone: "You Make My Heart Pop" (Popcorn); "I'm Bananas Over You" (Banana); and a Toilet Paper Gift Box (see video).