Hello! It’s Andrea from Salty Canary. I’m excited to share these Palm Springs–inspired swimming pool toaster pastries. They’re fun to make and even more fun to decorate: think tiny flamingo floats, little diving boards, and a piña colada–flavored filling. I love weekend trips to Palm Springs: the food, the colorful mid-century hotels, and relaxing by … Read more

DIY food Halloween costumes are some of the easiest and most recognizable looks to make for Halloween. Many of these ideas can be assembled from items you already own—solid-color tops, dresses, or pants—plus a few inexpensive craft supplies. They work for any age and are great for families or groups who want a coordinated theme. … Read more

April often brings showers — literally. While Los Angeles sees occasional rain, move up the coast and rain is practically a given. That made a Seattle-inspired baby shower the perfect theme for a Seattle native now living across the country. This wasn’t just another party: the hosts are friends, and I even contributed some handmade … Read more

I love turning pumpkins into playful food-themed decorations for Halloween, and this year I continued the tradition with burger pumpkins. They’re whimsical, easy to make, and a fun addition to any autumn display. Supplies you’ll need: – Small, flat white “Baby Boo” pumpkins (or regular orange pumpkins if you prefer) – Tan or bun-colored craft … Read more

It’s Wall Crawl Wednesday — an unofficial but fun tradition celebrating the most colorful and creative walls around Minneapolis. Today we’re joined by Gracie, a long-time Studio DIY supporter and the creator of a charming new blog, who led a tour of the city’s best mural spots. Our craft assistant Annie is from Minneapolis and … Read more

I love receiving Christmas cards — it’s such a joy to see family photos and read little updates about everyone’s year. For a long time I searched for a way to display cards without taking up wall space we don’t have. The solution? Using the doorways and archways we already have and decorating them with … Read more

I’ve been spending a lot of time shopping for items for our house lately, which has led me to discover many wonderful small businesses, Etsy shops, and independent artists. I love supporting small makers and I know many of you do too. So I’m starting a casual series to share some of my favorite finds. … Read more

If you want even more ideas for making your home the most memorable trick-or-treat stop on the block, try this free printable. I recently shared a simple, stylish BOO! treat bag design on The Sweetest Occasion—perfect for tucking in a few mini candy bars, gumballs, or other small treats for the costumed kids who come … Read more

Welcome to the Palm Springs guest bedroom design plan. Though it’s the smallest room in the house, it’s also the most exciting—mainly because it’s getting a major wallpaper moment. Below is the plan for how this compact space will come together. The Color Palette This is one of only two places in the house where … Read more

Hi everyone — I’m Erin from Hey, EEP! and I’m excited to share another dessert idea I think you’ll love. I’m a firm believer that cake doesn’t need a special occasion: celebrate small wins, big moments, or even that tricky frenemy. If you’re on team constant-caking like me, this simple idea works for practically everything. … Read more