I had to share one more peek at Lauren and Mike’s wedding details. I’ll wait for their photographer to reveal the full gallery, but I couldn’t resist highlighting a few favorite elements. The garlands were breathtaking, and the marble place cards Lauren chose were the perfect finishing touch. When she received them she held off … Read more

Over the years thousands of readers have made and shared costumes inspired by Studio DIY tutorials using the hashtag #StudioDIYInCostume. Their creativity and craftsmanship are the reason we keep celebrating DIY costumes each year. This gallery highlights some of the most impressive reader-made looks to show how achievable these costumes are. Whether you sew, glue, … Read more

Thanksgiving is almost here, and at Studio DIY our favorite part of the holiday is always the pie. This year we put a playful spin on a classic and made a Palm Springs-inspired caramel apple crumble pie. A crumble topping already feels like the perfect canvas for a Palm Springs scene, so we went all … Read more

Colorful suede shoes are fun, but they can be frustrating to keep pristine. Bright suede shows scuffs, dirt, and dark marks almost instantly — one trip and your favorite heels can look worn. If, like me, you reach for colorful suede time and again, you’ll want a simple, effective way to refresh them without buying … Read more

Halloween might look different this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t bring Halloween fun into your home. Below are a variety of ideas—snacks, crafts, decorations, activities and more—to help you celebrate all month long, not just on October 31st. Browse these family-friendly ideas for festive snacks, simple DIYs, cozy decor and low-key party ideas … Read more

My mom visited last week and I surprised her with an early Mother’s Day “day off.” Moms rarely get a real break, so I decided to create a relaxing, indulgent day just for her. Between her travels to see family across the country and keeping up with grandchildren, she deserved something special. I partnered with … Read more

Seven years in the making, we finally completed our no-major-renovation garage-to-family-room conversion. We built a shed to move most of our storage and created a cozy pink family room that serves as a hangout, a quiet workspace, and a place to store craft supplies and design samples. Here are the details of how we transformed … Read more

Over the past nine months, our little family spent most of our time at home. Our neighborhood walks became our main outings, our therapy, and our shared joy. By turning ordinary walks into small adventures, we watched our son’s imagination bloom and discovered how much wonder can be found close to home. Many families are … Read more

You loved our glitter chocolate bars, so here’s another sparkly treat: DIY glitter shot glasses. These edible shot glasses are perfect for tiny dessert servings or a festive New Year’s Eve party. They’re made like hard candy, with a touch of food-grade glitter for shimmer. Read on for the simple recipe and instructions. DIY Glitter … Read more

Discover how simple it is to make a stylish palm tree-inspired tassel using faux leather and a Cricut. I was thrilled to learn that the latest Cricut Maker can cut leather and create clean fringe — capabilities that make projects like this fast and precise. If you enjoy crafting, the Maker is worth considering: it … Read more