The cactus has become one of this year’s most popular motifs, so a DIY cactus costume felt like a must. This version is simple, fast, and fun — all you need is a green dress, a headband, yarn, and a hot glue gun. We partnered with our favorite craft and yarn supplier to use quality … Read more

Summer picnics just got a major upgrade. Combine a DIY watermelon picnic basket with a ready-to-go Foodadz pack and you have everything you need for a charming, portable meal. I teamed up with Garnish to showcase their new Foodadz kit—compact, practical, and perfect for picnics, barbecues, and outdoor parties. Below I describe the Foodadz contents … Read more

I’m excited to share a fun collaboration with HP! On July 18th, HP will launch an exclusive HP Pavilion 17″ model on HSN’s Today’s Special segment, and I’ll be at HSN’s headquarters in Florida to join the celebration. I’ll be sharing behind-the-scenes moments on my social channels, but first—here’s a sneak peek. The segment will … Read more

Today’s DIY project is sponsored by The Confetti Bar. For the final post in my series with The Confetti Bar, I decided to go big. The Confetti Bar offers giant wall confetti, and the combination of giant and confetti felt irresistible. Instead of attaching confetti flat to the wall, I made it appear to float … Read more

We touched on nature-inspired names briefly in our post about names that end in “a,” but today we’re diving deep into nature baby names. If you draw inspiration from the outdoors—flowers, stones, water, sky, or the feelings nature evokes—this roundup is for you. Many parents favor names that feel grounded and timeless, and nature names … Read more

After two days of Super Bowl coverage, it’s time to celebrate my second-favorite holiday: Valentine’s Day. This DIY project is what I call “Cake in a Cup” Valentines. I first spotted a simple mug cake recipe that promises a rich chocolate cake for one in under a minute using powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and a … Read more

Statement earrings have exploded into one of the most exciting jewelry trends recently. Bold shapes, bright colors and playful details are everywhere, and even those who don’t usually wear earrings are reconsidering. These pieces add instant personality to an outfit and can elevate simple looks with minimal effort. Below are 15 colorful and fun statement … Read more

Decorating bikes for a Fourth of July parade is a beloved tradition for many families. For our latest Balloon Time project, we created festive Fourth of July bikes and added balloon accents for an extra pop of color. This is an easy, budget-friendly way to make the whole family’s ride feel celebratory and fun. Photos … Read more

Tomorrow is Election Day — a great reminder to vote if you’re eligible. If you have young children who aren’t old enough to cast a real ballot, here’s a fun, kid-friendly activity to involve them in the process. These VOTE! printables are ideal for letting kids practice voting in a playful, educational way. Use them … Read more

Bring a playful touch to your Thanksgiving table with these easy DIY balloon ideas. We teamed up with Balloon Time to create both pun-filled balloons and whimsical turkey balloons that make great conversation starters and festive décor. These projects are simple, fun, and perfect for adding personality to your holiday gathering. The pun balloons feature … Read more