Throw a magical under-the-sea birthday party that kids will remember. Whether your child loves mermaids, sharks, or a general ocean theme, these ideas cover decorations, activities, food, and favors that are easy to prepare and perfect for little guests. Planning doesn’t have to be stressful. Most of the projects below can be completed a day … Read more

Last week I announced on Instagram, and I’m so excited to share here as well: I collaborated with Gratitude Collaborative this Mother’s Day to create a curated gift box that gives back. For every box sold, Gratitude Collaborative donates — and I designed a special Studio DIY Mother’s Day box with 100% of the proceeds … Read more

Finding the right gift for a designer or design enthusiast can feel challenging — they notice details and value craftsmanship. This curated gift guide focuses on thoughtful, stylish options that celebrate great design. Many picks are ideal for interior designers but will also appeal to architects, product designers, and graphic designers who appreciate well-made, beautiful … Read more

Hello! I work here — and today I’m excited to reveal my finished office. This room had no windows and several slanted walls, which made the layout challenging, but I’m so happy with the result. We partnered with Intel for this makeover because a top priority was that the room also function as a conference … Read more

It still feels surreal to be writing from the other side of Meet/Make/Do. After nine months of planning, seeing the event come to life was almost unbelievable. The last week was a whirlwind of creativity, conversations, and unexpected challenges that only made the experience more memorable. Bringing a group of like-minded creators together felt energizing. … Read more

If you follow me on Twitter, you may have seen my recent confession: I’m not especially drawn to the typical fall and Thanksgiving DIY aesthetic. The abundant leaves, twigs, and muted autumn palette just aren’t my favorites — you’ve probably noticed from my bright, colorful, leaf-free projects. Once Halloween ends I’m often ready to jump … Read more

The largest room in our house proved the hardest to design because it had to serve multiple roles: craft space, home office, and guest bedroom. Balancing those functions without committing too quickly left the room full of clutter for a long time. When I finally decided to tackle it, my goal was to use mostly … Read more

I have a fun family activity for you today: a free printable Halloween bucket list to help you plan all the seasonal moments you want to enjoy together. Every September I start making big promises—“We’ll make caramel apples!” or “We’ll go on a Halloween scavenger hunt!”—and my son remembers every one. To keep those ideas … Read more

For our final summer project with True Value, we transformed a plain mailbox with bold stripes. True Value offers sturdy, simple mailboxes and a lively selection of EasyCare exterior paints, and I loved mixing several bright shades for this makeover. I’m thrilled with the result — this mailbox is a fun, unmistakable landmark for visitors. … Read more

I’m so excited about these DIY rainbow sunglasses — they were the perfect accessory for a pool party and honestly so much fun to make. If you’re hosting a summer gathering, this is a simple craft that could even be done as a short activity between swims. The clay bakes quickly, and everyone can pick … Read more