24 Hours in Downtown Los Angeles: Your Ultimate One-Day Itinerary

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We’re excited to share our Studio DIY guide to Los Angeles. After receiving so many questions from readers about where to go in the city, we compiled our favorite spots into one easy-to-use guide. View the full Los Angeles Guide here. Los Angeles is a sprawling city with great places scattered across many neighborhoods, so … Read more

20+ DIY and Store-Bought Advent Calendars for Holiday Countdown

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Advent calendars are one of the most requested holiday items I share each year. Over time I’ve posted a variety of ideas — from fully handmade projects to easy tweaks on store-bought pieces, plus a few ready-to-buy options. Below I’ve gathered favorites from my archive and other creative sources to help you decide whether to … Read more

How to Wear Socks with Shoes: 7 Stylish Ways to Pull It Off

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As we move into spring — or at least start pretending we’re moving into it — I’m embracing socks worn with shoes as a go-to styling trick. It’s playful, a little unexpected, and surprisingly versatile: great for work, a night out, or weekend errands. Below I’ve rounded up seven favorite ways to wear socks in … Read more

Meet the Mindells: Our Proposal Story and Wedding Plans Begin

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How about two personal posts in one week? Can we handle it? It’s been nearly two months since we got engaged, and I’m excited to start sharing our wedding journey here on the blog. I’m not yet certain how I’ll share updates as we move forward—whether I’ll post here or elsewhere—but for now I plan … Read more

DIY Emoji Heart Pillow: Step-by-Step Sewing Guide

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Did you spot that emoji heart pillow on the couch in our Galentine’s Day slumber party photos? It’s a simple DIY you can make at home. This plush heart is inspired by our emoji heart balloons and is perfect for Valentine’s Day—or any time you want a cute, cozy accent. The pillow shown was made … Read more

DIY Gold-Dipped Bottle Brush Christmas Trees: Step-by-Step Guide

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A few months ago a group of bloggers teamed up to celebrate the color hot pink. Now it’s time for round two—this time the challenge was gold. Mandi from Vintage Revivals invited us to create gilded projects, and I couldn’t wait to join in. I’ve been seeing bottle brush trees everywhere on Pinterest and wanted … Read more

DIY Fringe Chandelier: Step-by-Step Guide to Make One at Home

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I’m so proud of this DIY fringe chandelier — it took hours of research and trial and error, but the end result was worth every minute. I originally considered buying a ready-made fixture, but making it myself allowed me to get the exact pink, layered look I wanted without spending thousands. I bought and tested … Read more

Sentimental Personalized Gift Ideas for Every Occasion

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The most memorable gifts I’ve given or received are the ones that feel deeply personal: a necklace commemorating my son’s birth, a custom ornament of my husband’s childhood home, and annual photo books for the grandparents. These are items we keep forever or wear daily. Below is a curated list of favorite personalized and sentimental … Read more

What’s in My Clutch: Tubby Todd Baby Essentials

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This month’s clutch features holographic bubbles and a soap keychain — the perfect match for Andrea Williams, founder of Tubby Todd Bath Co. Andrea is practically the reigning queen of bath time. Since Arlo was born, Tubby Todd has been our go-to for baby care. We had to bring our Bubble Clutch to Andrea and … Read more

DIY Cosmic Brownie Costume Ideas for Halloween and Parties

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It’s about time—we finally made a Cosmic Brownie costume inspired by the classic 90s treat. This look is playful, nostalgic, and surprisingly simple to put together. The base is just a brown dress and a bunch of oversized 3D chocolate chips. We used Model Magic to sculpt the chips because it’s lightweight and easy to … Read more