With everything that’s happened this month, I didn’t get to showcase as many costumes as I’d planned, so I’m saving most of them for next year. However, I realized I hadn’t shared this quick and easy DIY that’s perfect for last-minute plans. I created a Queen Bee costume for eHow that you can assemble in … Read more

I’ve visited Palm Springs many times, got married there and even owned a home in the area, so I know the best spots to eat, shop and visit. Below you’ll find my top recommendations for places to stay, eat, shop and explore. At the end is a printable version if you’d like to save or … Read more

My favorite projects are the ones that become part of our home forever. This felt Christmas tree wall hanging is exactly that—a simple, sentimental piece that invites play and becomes a family tradition. This year is our first Christmas at home, just the three of us, and while we miss family gatherings, we’re excited to … Read more

Today’s Real Talk with Real Moms focuses on religion and spirituality — a topic I haven’t addressed much here but that I’ve been thinking about a lot since becoming a parent. I grew up in a fairly traditional Christian/Presbyterian household: church and Sunday School every week, occasional prayers at dinner, and the big holidays marked … Read more

Looking for the easiest no-tape stripe wall tutorial? This quick, low-effort rainbow stripe project delivers vibrant results with minimal fuss. We loved the wall hanging in my office, but we still wanted a bold rainbow stripe somewhere in the space. With a little corner of our office begging for a makeover, we decided to create … Read more

Graphic by Threadhoney Are you planning an end-of-summer road trip? I love road trips — partly because I prefer the freedom of the open road to flying. There’s something so satisfying about packing snacks, picking a playlist, and stopping at interesting spots along the way. My partner Jeff and I have driven across the country … Read more

The main bathroom in Palm Springs originally had only one small window and opened directly into the master bedroom. Our priorities were to increase natural light, add privacy, and introduce a bold color to define the space and make it feel special. The Layout Plan To keep costs down after adding another bathroom elsewhere in … Read more

On Instagram Stories the other day I asked followers whether we should have both a sofa bed (or daybed) and a rocking chair in the second nursery. The responses were so helpful that I decided to share all of my questions about going from one nursery to two here. There are lots of small, practical … Read more

Wall art is one of the most requested DIY projects I get asked about, so here are three easy and affordable ideas you can make for under $10 each. If you already have paint and paper on hand, these will cost even less. They’re perfect for dorm rooms, apartments, rental spaces, or any place where … Read more

Let’s finally talk sibling names. We’re searching for names that pair well with Arlo — short, sweet, simple, and not overly mainstream. It was so much fun to read everyone’s suggestions years ago when we were deciding on Arlo, and now we’re doing it again as we think about a second child. The big question … Read more