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Valentine’s DIY Gifts with Guest Scouter Nikki Rappaport

Guest Scouter Nikki Rappaport of Cupcakes for Breakfast

Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays because a little personal touch goes a long way. It’s such a commercial holiday so I really believe in making it your own in any way possible. I wanted to share some of my favorite Valentine’s Day DIYs that you can give to your best friend, boyfriend, roommate, coworker, sibling or anyone you just think is lovely and awesome. I promise they’ll mean so much more than a box of chocolates. Happy love day!

Start Valentine’s morning with some blackberry crumb muffins and a big cup of coffee.

Add a little sparkle to your style with this sequin heart shirt DIY.

Take the time to make your own card to tell someone you think they’re sweet. Martha Stewart has some great ideas.

This love ring actually looks pretty easy to make and would be the perfect gift for a BFF.

It’s not Valentine’s Day without chocolate, of course. Go all the way with my chocolate cake with chocolate mouse filling and chocolate ganache frosting.

-Nikki Rappaport for DC Scout

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