Valentine’s Day gets a bad rap for being a Hallmark-created holiday or a day to grab a lame Whitman Sampler from CVS, but for many it’s the perfect time to show off their creativity in honor of a loved one.

Many Portsmouth artists also create unique gifts this time of year. Many of these artistic items are available to purchase on Web sites such as Etsy.com. 

Featured in the photo gallery above and listed below are a few Valentine's Day gift ideas found this year on Etsy.

All of these items were made by area residents! 

Peacock-feathered headband — Elizabeth Winter

Handmade facial and body soap — Elizabeth Winter

Brownie pops — The Atomic Apple Co.

Mother Forget Me Not Heart Wall hanging — Lark Roderigues

Chocolate Mint 50-hour Scented Soy Candle — Kerensa Bertolino