DIY Valentines Sock Cupcake Gift with Free Printable Gift Tags

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to spread the love than with a budget-friendly and adorable gift made from dollar store items? Today, I’m going to transform a simple pair of cozy socks into a cute sock cupcake gift that’s both practical and fun to give this season.

Materials Needed:

• Cozy socks from Dollarama (these socks from Amazon are also cute!)
• Cupcake liner (rigid, silicone, or paper to match the socks)
• Dollar store red pom pom
• Ribbon for bow
• Free printable Valentine’s gift tags (Download link below)
• Clear cellophane cookie bag (optional)

Step 1: Choose Your Socks

Head to your local Dollarama and pick out a pair of cozy socks. Opt for Valentine’s Day colors like red, pink, or even a cute heart pattern to add that extra touch of love. I thought these pink & cream coloured heart socks were perfect!

Step 2: Roll ‘Em Up

Take the socks and roll them together tightly, creating a swirly cupcake shape. Roll them up as tightly as you can so that they’ll fit into your cupcake liner.

Step 3: Place in the Cupcake Liner

Place your rolled socks into a cupcake liner. This gives your gift a structured and cupcake-like appearance. Choose a liner that complements the sock colors – it’s all about creating a visual treat! I used a rigid liner I had on hand in my Christmas stash.

Step 4: Cherry on Top

Grab a dollar store red pom pom – this will be the cherry on top of your sock cupcake! Push it securely into the top of rolled socks, making it look just like a cherry. It’s the little details that make all the difference!

Step 5: Tie a Bow

Take a pretty ribbon and tie it around the cupcake liner for an extra touch. Feel free to choose a ribbon color that matches the socks or contrasts for a vibrant look.

Step 6: Adding Gift Tags

Download and print my free printable Valentine’s gift tags provided below. Cut them out, hole punch them and attach them to some ribbon or string. Tie them around your sock cupcake gift (or around the packaging). These tags add a personalized and heartfelt touch to your gift.

Free Printable Valentines Gift Tags

Click on the images below to download a PDF that you can print. Print the tags on some cardstock, cut them out, then hole punch them and add ribbon or string.

Valentines Sock Gift Tags:

Click on the image above or click here to download the Valentine’s Day sock (“we make a great PAIR”) gift tag printable PDF file.

General Valentines Gift Tags:

Click on the image above or click here to download the Happy Valentine’s Day gift tag printable PDF file.

Step 7: Presentation is Key

Now, you can choose to present your Sock Cupcake as-is, or for that extra wow factor, package it in a clear cellophane cookie bag. I found a pack at Dollarama This not only protects your creation but also allows the recipient to see the cupcake-shaped surprise inside.

There you have it – a sweet and cozy DIY Valentine’s sock cupcake gift that’s sure to make someone smile. Get creative, mix and match colors, and enjoy the process of making something special without breaking the bank. Happy crafting!