How to Clean Moroccan Rugs: Complete Guide for Safe Care

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I’ve long loved vintage Moroccan rugs, and the most frequent question I hear is: how do you clean them? Many of us use these rugs in high-traffic areas like kitchens and dining rooms, so it’s an important topic. They’re often high-pile, richly colored, and made of wool, which means they need more thoughtful care than … Read more

Printable 4th of July Bingo Cards for Parties and Classrooms

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Looking for a simple way to keep kids entertained on July 4th while they wait for the fireworks? Try this free printable 4th of July Bingo filled with classic American icons and lots of festive food — perfect for little hands and short attention spans. Print the sheets, hand them out, and watch the kids … Read more

Make a DIY Holographic Projection Clock at Home

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I love how these photos turned out almost as much as I love this DIY. After five years of blogging, we finally made a clock — about time! Today we’re sharing a DIY holographic wall clock. Holographic car vinyl is inexpensive and easy to work with, and it creates an eye-catching finish. If you want … Read more

What I Wore to Work This Week: Office Outfit Ideas and Looks

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Happy Friday! I was out and about every day this week. On Monday we shot some key photos for our February release. Tuesday I had a fun lunch with a friend, Wednesday I met another friend for lunch, and Thursday I spent the afternoon at the new studio doing an inspection and planning the layout … Read more

Step Inside Our Festive Holiday Home Tour

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Over the past few weeks I’ve been adding festive touches—from subtle accents to over-the-top details—throughout our home. Today I’m sharing our 2019 holiday home tour. This year Arlo seems to truly understand Christmas and he lights up at seeing trees and lights, which has made decorating together so much fun. He even took the lead … Read more

Inside Etsy’s Pop-Up at West Elm LA: Highlights & Top Finds

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I’m excited to share highlights from the Etsy Pop-Up I curated for West Elm Los Angeles a couple of weeks ago. It was an absolute blast—so much energy, great people, and plenty of confetti. The store stayed lively until closing and, true to Studio DIY form, we left the space colorful and celebratory. The event … Read more

How to Create Stunning Ombré Glassware at Home

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A few years ago my grandma gave me a set of vintage Blendo glassware and I fell in love with the style. I decided to recreate a similar look with inexpensive plain glasses and spray paint. While these DIY pieces don’t carry the same history as vintage glass, they’re a fun way to get bold, … Read more

Top Board Games to Boost Preschoolers’ Learning and Fun

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Our favorite preschool board games (and more) that are tried, true, and fun for little ones. Game nights aren’t just for adults — bringing preschoolers into the mix can be a wonderful way to encourage critical thinking, creativity, turn-taking, and basic strategy while having a blast. Below are carefully selected favorites that work well for … Read more

Arlo’s First Christmas in New York City: A Festive NYC Holiday Adventure

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This post was created in partnership with Canon. All content and opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the sponsors that keep the Studio DIY party going! Read more about my editorial policies here. There is nothing quite like New York City at Christmas. The city’s lights, window displays, and the famous Rockefeller Center … Read more

New Doormat Collection: Unique Welcome Mats from Our Collaboration

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We’re excited to announce our doormat collaboration with Lauren of Shop Josie B. After months of planning and input from you, we launched two exclusive Studio DIY doormats — and they’re finally here. I’m thrilled: one is perfect for a front door and the other fits right outside a studio or work space. They bring … Read more