Any day is a great day to learn how to make ice cream cone cupcakes. These playful treats look like soft-serve ice cream and are perfect for bake sales, parties, or a colorful at-home dessert. We gave this classic idea a bright, rainbow twist—here’s an easy, reliable method to make them at home. How To … Read more

Can we all agree the best part of Thanksgiving is the pie? If you have any leftovers this year, these free printable pie labels are a sweet way to send guests home with a slice. Print the label designs on adhesive paper and attach them to pie slice boxes, Tupperware, or a paper lunch bag. … Read more

In July I surprised the winner of my first birthday giveaway with a homemade cake piñata. When the second winner’s birthday came around last month, I wanted to send balloons—but shipping inflated balloons is impractical. So I made my own reusable paper balloons from honeycomb decorations and strung them into a garland. They fold flat … Read more

A few weeks ago our annual friends trip took us to Turks & Caicos, and it could not have been more deliciously simple and fun. We live across four time zones from this group, so these getaways are the highlight of our year. Beaches Turks & Caicos kindly hosted our crew of 13—eight adults, a … Read more

I have an exciting announcement: I recently joined Whimseybox as a DIY contributor. Whimseybox is a craft subscription service that delivers curated supplies to your door, and I’m thrilled to be part of their creative team. My first project for them is live now and it’s perfect for the season — a holiday-themed DIY photo … Read more

December is well underway, and if your advent calendar is already up, great — but I wanted to share the advent calendar we made this year. Well, technically it’s Jeff’s calendar. Over Thanksgiving Stickygram was running a buy-two-get-one-free promotion, and I ordered a few sheets of Instagram magnets as a surprise. Jeff loves Instagram (maybe … Read more

While waiting in line at the craft store for supplies for this year’s costumes, I spotted a Ring Pop in the checkout candy display and immediately thought: why haven’t we made a DIY Ring Pop costume yet? The idea stuck, and the next day we dropped everything to build it. It’s one of our more … Read more

I was so excited when the SoCal Honda Dealers reached out to collaborate. First, I drive and love my Honda. Second, Jeff and I are obsessed with the Helpful Honda campaign. And third—best of all—I got to build a gingerbread car: a pink gingerbread car with presents on the roof. That’s a holiday win in … Read more

Valentine’s Day is a wonderful occasion to celebrate with children or at school. These Valentine’s Day class party ideas will help you plan a fun, simple celebration — from easy activities and eye-catching decorations to festive heart-shaped treats that kids will love. Whether you’re a teacher, a class parent, or helping out for the day, … Read more

As a final burst of DIY Valentine’s inspiration, here are several easy, creative ways to use one printable. I’ve fallen for candy conversation hearts this year, and this free printable delivers in three delightful formats. The download features pastel conversation hearts and pairs with a simple tutorial for candy-heart-inspired balloons and a sweet gift package. … Read more