20 Unique Birthday Gifts to Make Your Husband Feel Special

Best Gifts for Husbands 2021

Yay! It’s your sweetheart’s birthday! In our opinion, birthdays should be a special event for everyone. However, we know how difficult it can be to think of the perfect, creative birthday idea for your wife or husband. Not to mention, you have to think of something new, exciting, and thoughtful every year! Talk about a challenge! Have no fear though, because here at The Dating Divas, we absolutely love spoiling our spouses. Over the years, we have come up with so many fun, unique, and creative ways to make your spouse feel special on their birthday! If you’re looking for a birthday gift for your wife OR a birthday gift for your husband, we’ve got you covered right here!

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First off, we wanted to round up some of our favorite birthday ideas for husbands and wives so you could have them all in one place. That way, it is easy for you to find an idea that your spouse will love in time for their birthday! On that note, we gathered up 20 fun, unique and creative birthday ideas for your husband OR birthday ideas you could use for your wife that will inspire you when you’re planning their next big birthday bash! We have everything from birthday decor ideas, birthday gift ideas, birthday cards, AND even a sexy birthday game! Without a doubt, we have everything you need to celebrate your spouse BIG on their special day!

We have the ultimate list of creative birthday ideas for husbands and wives right here. Below you will find the following 4 types of ideas:

• Creative Birthday Ideas
• Birthday Gift Ideas
• Adorable Birthday Cards
• Fun Birthday Games

…and so much more! Most of these birthday ideas for your wife or husband will be just for them. However, a lot of the more creative birthday ideas you can easily include your family in. It will definitely make the celebration even bigger (and who wouldn’t want that?!) Not only that, but a few of the birthday ideas you’ll even want some help from friends and family to pull off. In the end, we promise that ALL of these fun birthday ideas for your wife or husband will make them feel special on their birthday! So let’s dive in, shall we?

Birthday Ideas They’ll Love

It’s no secret that birthdays often include balloons, cake, and gifts. While those are all amazing, we try to always include EXTRA details. Below is the best list of birthday ideas for your wife or husband that are outside the normal bunch-of-balloons or funfetti cake! That being said, don’t be concerned! They won’t take too long or too much money to pull off. Additionally, these creative birthday ideas for your husband or wife are simple to put together. And on top of that, they’re cuter than you could imagine! So first, grab a pen and paper to take some notes. Then, sit back and take a look at these adorable birthday ideas for your wife or husband that they are sure to love!

1. Birthday Balloon Surprise – This is such a cute and special surprise that will only require a little bit of soul searching! 😉 That being said, we’re sure your spouse will appreciate the effort! You’ll present your spouse with a bundle of balloons and your favorite memory from every year you’ve been together tied to them. How sweet and thoughtful is that? By the way, this is one of our favorite birthday gifts for a wife because of how sentimental it can be!
2. Birthday Letter Surprise – Okay, this idea is just too fun! Earn brownie points by getting all your spouse’s friends and families to write letters in expressing how much they love and adore your spouse. The idea is that your spouse will have 30, 40, 50 (whatever birthday it is) letters to read! What a sweet idea, right?
3. Birthday Questionnaire – This year, take the guesswork out and make the birthday of your husband or wife’s dreams a reality. This detailed birthday questionnaire will help you do so! For the record, it doesn’t have to be hard to gift them the birthday of their dreams!
4. Birthday Bingo – Here is a fun and creative way to celebrate your spouse’s birthday for the day: Birthday Bingo! Additionally, it’s a fun game AND a gift in one! This is one of the more fun birthday ideas for a wife or husband. That’s because you don’t know what you’re going to get until you play! Sounds pretty perfect, right?
5. Bedroom Birthday Party – Spice things up after the kids are in bed with an intimate birthday party for two! Of course, this means in the bedroom! This will definitely be a sweet birthday celebration your spouse will never forget!

Creative Birthday Printable Ideas

If artsy and creative are your thing, then these creative birthday ideas for your husband or wife are perfect! We like to add in embellishments and printables as often as possible (in case you couldn’t tell.) We just think they amplify the emotion and enthusiasm times 10! If that speaks your language, then you will LOVE this list of birthday ideas for your husband or wife that are extra creative! Basically, we didn’t leave you hanging with ideas to make their birthday the absolutely BEST!

1. Birthday Cards – This birthday card pack is the perfect blend of DIY meets “already done for you.” In short, it will take your card-giving to the next level! These clever cards are the perfect addition to your husband or wife’s birthday. Additionally, I love how each card has its own unique theme which will allow you to pull off a one-of-a-kind birthday celebration!
2. DIY Birthday Banner – Looking for a super easy idea to catch your sweetie’s attention? Well, here it is! Make this birthday banner that shares the top 10 reasons you love them! This will be a wonderful surprise for them to wake up. Not to mention, it’s one of our favorite creative birthday ideas for a husband or wife!
3. Birthday Countdown Chain – Make the countdown to your sweetheart’s birthday a big deal this year! Create a countdown with fun activities and love notes leading up to the big day! Who says you can only celebrate a birthday just one day a year? 😉
4. A Night of Surprises – If the idea of a new surprise every hour throughout the night appeals to you, then this will be a total hit as a birthday gift for your wife or husband! Personally, this is one of our favorite creative birthday ideas for husbands or wives. The reason is that they typically least expect it! Additionally, my kids loved helping choose the activities and hanging the balloons. Because a night of surprises is completely customizable, the sky is the limit with this idea!
5. Birthday Celebration Kits – Create unforgettable memories with our DIY Birthday Kit! We provide everything you need to pull off a fabulous birthday celebration. We’ve included decor, treat embellishments, cards, a birthday box, activities, and more!

Sweet and Festive Birthday Gifts

Now we’re ready to show you some of the most creative birthday ideas for your husband OR wife! While others may be more specific for a man or woman, these ideas work for ANYONE! That being said, you can browse these birthday ideas for your wife or husband and choose which one you think will most make their day. Did we mention that we’ve included candy ideas in here? Oh yes! Because what’s a birthday without some candy? Enjoy these ideas which work perfectly as an actual birthday gift for your wife OR husband!

1. Sticky Notes Surprise – This is one of the most fun birthday ideas for a wife OR a husband to create. That is because it requires very little prep but packs a powerful statement! Share 100 things you love about your spouse for their birthday, however, do so using sticky notes! They are fun and easy to print up AND we’ve even included a template to help you place them in the shape of a heart! They’ll love this surprise so much they won’t want to take it down!
2. Clever Candy Sayings – If your sweetie loves chocolate or candy, then this is the perfect birthday gift for a wife or husband! Simply leave some delicious treats around the house for them to find on their birthday! However, make sure to attach one of these “Birthday” or “I Love You” candy sayings to make them extra special!
3. Reasons I Love You Poster – First off, this is a bold and easy way to share how much you love your spouse. Secondly, they’ll definitely feel special when you share all the reasons you are “glad they were born” on their special birthday!
4. Candy Gram Posters – Ready for one of the most classic birthday ideas for a wife or husband? The classic candy gram! This is a giant poster that takes all the hard work out of creating a clever candy gram. However, it’s still super sweet and thoughtful!
5. Accordion Memory Book – This is a meaningful birthday gift for your wife or husband that they will cherish forever. By following the instructions on this post, take a walk down memory lane with this adorable DIY memory book that says “Happy Birthday” and “I love you” better than anything else!

Fun Birthday Gifts for Spouse

It’s time to spoil your sweetie silly with an actual GIFT for them to enjoy on their birthday. Lucky for you, we’ve gathered up the best ideas for you right here! When searching for a birthday gift for your wife or husband, we realize you are considering their likes, interests, and personality. Well, we have good news for you. Each gift idea below will undoubtedly be a hit with your spouse because of how fun, easy, and meaningful they are. Look no further for a birthday gift for your husband or wife because there’s bound to be the perfect one right here!

1. Week-Long Lovin’ Kit – Another way to celebrate your spouse for a whole week is to create this simple Week-Long Lovin’ Kit! Start off their birthday week with a bang and have this waiting for them on the kitchen counter! And, if you are a busy couple but still want to let your spouse know you are thinking of them, this is the perfect idea for you!
2. Around the World Date Night Kit – Hands down, we have the perfect birthday gift for your wife or husband right here: The chance to travel around the world with YOU! These Around the World Dates are some of the absolute best date kits on our site. Unquestionably, your spouse will love the fun, adventurous ideas inside, as well as the intimate ideas that accompany each date!
3. Love Letter of the Month – Ready for the perfect birthday gift for your husband or wife that will have them blushing with joy when they check their email?? Enroll your sweetie in the Love Letter of the Month Club! Your spouse will not only feel special on their birthday but all throughout the year! With this birthday gift idea, you will be able to send love letters that express your feelings of love, encouragement, and adoration each month throughout the year!
4. All About You Basket – Gift baskets are a great way to celebrate someone’s birthday! And we have the perfect basket that doubles as a birthday gift for your husband or wife! Actually, this is one of our favorite baskets EVER for birthdays. It’s called the All About You Basket! Without question, your sweetie will feel spoiled with a basket that has all their favorite things inside!
5. Date Night Kits – If you and your spouse love quality time together, then a year of date nights will be the perfect surprise birthday gift for your wife or husband! Simply prep these 12 date envelopes and present them to your sweetheart on their birthday. Each month when you go on your date, your spouse will be reminded of their special day. Not only is this one of the more fun birthday ideas for your wife or husband, but it reminds them how fun date nights should be!

If you’re looking for more creative birthday ideas, we’ve got you covered! We have also rounded up 101 Birthday Gift Ideas AND 100 Birthday Party Themes. Additionally, if you love printables as much as we do, you might want to check out our post with 101 Free Birthday Printables.

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Without a doubt, the celebration of your husband or wife’s birth will be FANTASTIC with any of the ideas above. Good luck deciding which one, or ONES, to use! 😉