Welcome to our warm, moody living room in Palm Springs. With ochre walls, layered deep wood tones and the coziest couch, this room immediately feels inviting. It’s the first space you enter in our home, and from day one I wanted guests to feel welcome the moment they step inside. I think we pulled it … Read more
After the success of our floating glitter tumbler, we started experimenting with other ways to use glitter and discovered this fun tray. You can make a DIY glitter tray to keep on your desk (it fits letter-size papers), hold makeup or jewelry, or store nail polish. It’s an easy, sparkly project that adds a playful … Read more
My mom always made this simple cheddar egg bake alongside our favorite coffee cake on Christmas morning. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for feeding a large group—make it for holiday brunch or any weekend gathering. Sharp cheddar and a surprising touch of mustard give this bake a savory boost that guests always ask … Read more
Every summer when I was growing up, my mom and I spent a week visiting her family in Ohio. My aunt and uncle have a lake house, so we always set aside a few days there and made some of my favorite childhood memories. Even though I’m the first to admit I’m pretty “indoors-y,” I … Read more
Valentine’s Day is almost here, but these playful travel mugs are a quick, stylish way to celebrate—or to brighten someone’s day any time of year. These DIY designs use adhesive vinyl and a cutting machine for crisp, long-lasting typography and shapes. They’re simple to make, customizable in color, and perfect for gifts or personal use. Below are the materials and step-by-step instructions to create both the “This Is Why I’m Hot” mug and the kisses-pattern mug.
Mother’s Day is quickly approaching — my second one already. Time really flies. At a recent baby shower we were asked to share the single best piece of mom advice for the mama-to-be, and it made me reflect on the many opinions moms receive and the handful that actually matter. I want to share a … Read more
Do you keep a bucket list—written down or just floating around in your head? I’ve always loved the idea of listing dreams and goals, so I’m sharing some from my own list and hope you’ll share a few of yours. I even made a printable so you can write yours down if you want. Everyone’s … Read more
The lovely Amy at This Heart of Mine kindly invited me to contribute a seasonal craft again, and for winter I created a kid-friendly version of my confetti surprise jars from the holidays. These snowy, prize-filled jars are perfect as small gifts or entertaining snow-day activities for kids. Fair warning: they’re delightfully messy—but that’s part … Read more
If you haven’t noticed, I’m a little obsessed with ASOS. I get asked all the time how I find what I’m looking for among the thousands of products they add daily. After years of scouting the site weekly for photoshoots and outfit posts, I’ve refined my approach. Below are 21 practical tips to help you … Read more
We started making popsicle stick crafts after trying a simple popsicle stand. Popsicle sticks are inexpensive and easy to work with, and they make great projects for families. Inspired by Pixar’s Up, we created a colorful popsicle stick version of the iconic house. It’s bright, playful, and surprisingly straightforward to build with basic craft supplies. … Read more