There’s a little backstory: I was asked to personify a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino, and I couldn’t resist giving her a retro sunbathing makeover. The idea was simple and fun—turn ordinary drinks into tiny bathing beauties for summer parties. I mostly wanted a flower swim cap for myself, but the result is pure summer charm. If you’re planning one more big get-together this season, consider dressing your drinks up for a playful, memorable touch.
My craft partner Annie and I were on the same wavelength for this DIY. I had just emailed myself an idea for a floating glitter project when Annie said, “Remember those glitter pouches from elementary school? We should make a mug version.” Yes—that satisfying squish where glitter drifts around. We turned that concept into a floating glitter tumbler so you can stay motivated to drink more water while looking like you sip sparkle. Fun and functional!
If you haven’t discovered Lizzie Darden on Instagram yet, pause and follow her, then come back. Her bright, clever feed is full of visual puns and joyful styling—she brings ideas to life in a way that’s impossible not to smile at. We knew Lizzie would be the perfect match for our graphic patterned Egg Clutch … Read more
This DIY project is one of my favorites for the holiday season: honeycomb Christmas bulbs and ornaments. Using classic party honeycomb balls, you can create oversized, statement-making holiday decorations. The idea is simple, budget-friendly, and easy to customize—turn the honeycomb spheres into bulb shapes, ornaments, or any festive form you like. Supplies: Honeycomb balls (available … Read more
Decorating our home for Halloween this year felt extra meaningful since we’re spending so much time at home. When we weren’t admiring other neighbors’ displays, we took the opportunity to refresh our own rooms. I photographed a few areas to share ideas you can adapt for your space. Aside from a couple of candlesticks, I … Read more
Before we say goodbye to the year tomorrow, we rounded up three colorful New Year’s Eve outfit ideas built around our signature Studio DIY shift dress. Many people go with all black or head-to-toe sparkles for NYE, but adding a bold color can be a fun way to stand out. If you prefer color over … Read more
This month’s 12 Months of Martha box arrived packed with glass paint—and an exciting glass spray paint kit. I looked at the contents, then at a plain cake dome on my shelf, and decided it was begging for a quick makeover. Since anything displayed under a cake dome practically screams “YUM,” I thought it would … Read more
No, not donuts with sprinkles—donut sprinkles themselves! Tiny donut-shaped sprinkles perched on top of cake or cupcakes. When donuts and cake come together, happiness follows. Turning Cheerios into miniature donuts isn’t a brand-new idea, but it’s such a clever, playful twist that it never gets old. I tried these tiny donuts as part of a … Read more
Sometimes things just fall into place. Our friends Chelsea and Ryan are expecting a baby in November, and I couldn’t be more thrilled. When it came time to choose a baby shower gift, I stuck to my favorite formula: include something from the registry plus something playful. Since they’re about to gain a new little … Read more
Awhile back I showed the tiny food earrings I picked up from Inedible Jewelry. The creative duo behind that shop also authored The Polymer Clay Cookbook, a hands-on guide to making miniature food jewelry. I was excited to try the techniques in the book, and quickly discovered that crafting tiny edible-looking pieces from polymer clay … Read more