Last year we made a DIY Christmas light sweater and this year we turned that idea into an ugly Christmas sweater cake — in pink, because we’re having a very pink Christmas! The base is simply a 9×13″ cake decorated to look like a cozy vintage sweater. It’s easy to make and totally customizable: change … Read more

Graphics by Katy Jones We experimented with themed playlists last month and the response was so positive that playlists will now be a regular feature. Readers suggested several great ideas, and one comment called for a Girl Boss playlist — the perfect prompt. So we curated a selection of empowering, upbeat tracks designed to boost … Read more

When I first saw this celebration, I thought, “I want this party.” My birthday is in four weeks and I’d love a celebration like this. It isn’t a typical birthday—no big guest list or party favors—just a stay at a vibrant rainbow hotel, a colorful cake, a suitcase packed with surprises, and family time. The … Read more

Hi—I’m Erin from Hey, EEP! Today I’m sharing a fun dessert idea: a nail polish bottle cake. I collect nail polish the way others collect stamps, and I can’t resist bright neons, soft pastels, glitter, and confetti shades. This cake is colorful and playful, and it’s surprisingly approachable to make. To keep the project simple, … Read more

Happy New Year! If you follow me on Instagram, you’ve already heard some of this, but welcome to the first blog post of the year. For years I’ve done an annual recap and given each year a title. In the past I’ve called 2015 “The Year of Growing Pains,” 2016 “The Year of Failure,” and … Read more

I was thrilled to take part in The LEGO Group’s Rebuild the World project this year. My little one, Arlo, is just beginning to love building with LEGO, so this collaboration was extra special. I was asked to take simple LEGO sets and reimagine them into new creations. LEGO encourages open-ended play and sparks creativity, … Read more

Your baby’s first birthday is a milestone worth celebrating. Choosing a thoughtful theme can make the day feel special and tailored to your little one’s personality. Below are creative, easy-to-execute first birthday theme ideas that are guest-friendly, photo-ready, and full of fun. Use them as inspiration and adapt details to suit your space, budget, and … Read more

We moved into a new studio three months ago and have finally started the big design push. Over the coming weeks we’ll document every step here, but first I wanted to share the overall vision for the space so you’re up to date on the direction we’re taking. Because I’m juggling the house design and … Read more

Sunday was extra special — it was my birthday, Father’s Day and the first day of summer. My favorite season is finally here, and to celebrate we rounded up seven go-to summer nail colors you can find at the drugstore. Each shade is inspired by a sunny summer moment: bright, cheerful, and perfect for warm-weather … Read more

One week into July I decided it was time to celebrate National Ice Cream Month with a fun and wearable project: ice cream cone elbow patches. This playful DIY is simple, customizable, and a cheerful way to refresh sweaters and cardigans. I first hinted at this idea in an earlier post, and when I collaborated … Read more