As a kid I was a master at memory games — I loved them. After seeing how excited everyone was about a popular Kanye illustration, we teamed up with the artist behind it, Nocturnal Paper, to create two printable celebrity memory games. There’s a Famous Besties Memory Game for Galentine’s-style fun and a Famous Couples … Read more

Whether you’re hosting a party or just looking for a fun St. Patrick’s Day activity, kids will adore this edible matching game. Chocolate for breakfast? Yes—every kid’s dream. Matching games have always been a favorite and this version is quick and simple to make in about 10 minutes. All you need are Hershey Kisses, small … Read more

SURPRISE!! Today is a very special day. A dear blog friend, Lexy of The Proper Pinwheel, is expecting her first baby this October, and Brittni and I wanted to celebrate even though we couldn’t gather in person. We organized a virtual baby shower and invited several of Lexy’s blogging friends to contribute projects and recipes. … Read more

When I was a kid I had two ice cream truck favorites—one of them was the classic chipwich. I was surprised when my team had never tried one, so we set out to make our own and, naturally, made them funfetti. Imagine chocolate chip cookies studded with mini chocolate chips and rainbow sprinkles, sandwiching cake-batter … Read more

We came up with the idea for a wall calendar during a little office brainstorming session, and now I’m thrilled to share it. Our designer Katy created a free printable 2017 wall calendar with a fresh pattern for each month. We also included some of our favorite holidays and anniversaries to make the calendar fun … Read more

This post is brought to you by Garden Joy. An oversized scrunchie is an effortless summer accessory that instantly elevates any outfit. It adds a chic, playful touch and works with both casual and dressy looks. Below is a simple, step-by-step guide to make your own oversized scrunchie using any fabric you love. I chose … Read more

I was absolutely obsessed with Lite Brite as a kid — it was my favorite activity. If you loved it too, this oversized DIY Lite Brite costume will let you relive that nostalgia in a big, bold way. The best part: there are no working lights, batteries, or wiring involved. The glowing effect comes from … Read more

I’m excited to share the first full DIY costume tutorial of the season: pool float costumes! These oversized, colorful floats have become so popular, it felt natural to turn them into wearable versions. They’re playful, bold, and surprisingly easy to make. This is only my second sewing-based costume—usually I keep things simple—so I wanted to … Read more

It’s time for another set of holiday streamers. After the popular Valentine’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day versions, a red, white and blue garland felt perfect for the Fourth of July. These star streamers are simple to make and look festive everywhere—hung on a wall, used as a table runner, or tied to chairs. I … Read more

When we began the adoption process, the reality of becoming a parent hit me in a way it never had before. It could happen at any moment, and that thought pushed me to reassess who I am and who I want to be as a parent. I immediately wrote down “re-examining myself as a parent” … Read more