THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED. UPDATE! We have our winner! Congratulations to Jamie! Check your inbox for an email from me and you’ll be crafting your life away soon! I’ve been meaning to try potato stamping for some time, and when Martha Stewart’s Favorite Crafts for Kids arrived for June’s 12 Months of Martha, I … Read more

I wanted a very specific media cabinet for our colorful living room. It needed rattan caning, a playful color, and roomy drawers for toy storage. When I couldn’t find exactly what I had in mind, I turned a plain white IKEA BESTA into a custom emerald storage unit with cane-front drawers. This post explains how … Read more

At last — a rainbow costume, and a whole DIY family weather theme to match. I’d been wanting to make a rainbow outfit for years but never liked my earlier ideas for a wearable version. The wagon solved that. It makes the perfect base, and placing a child as a fluffy cloud inside sealed the … Read more

I’m excited to share a recent collaboration with Tillamook: we helped design a pint koozie for their new Super Premium Ice Cream, Farmstyle Gelato and Frozen Custard line. Working with designer Katy Jones, we developed a playful, functional sleeve to celebrate these new flavors and make every pint feel special. Below I’ll describe a few … Read more

Ready for a fruit-filled celebration? We’re excited to share the second party we styled during our Palm Springs shoot — a bright, playful fruit garden party perfect for the end of summer. This theme works beautifully for bridal showers, baby showers, or just a cheerful backyard gathering. The inspiration came from the fruit slice balloons … Read more

It’s time for a spring color challenge! This round Mandi from Vintage Revivals picked purple, and I’m excited to join in. I don’t usually use purple on the blog, not because I dislike it but because I rarely reach for it. This soft lilac is perfectly springy — and especially lovely for Easter. To kick … Read more

My favorite part of the vintage car party I created was the interactive table runner — and it was the simplest project to make. This chalkboard car runner works beautifully for a party, but it’s also perfect as an everyday play mat for little ones. Kids love drawing houses, obstacles and road signs with chalk, … Read more

Today’s DIY project is sponsored by Sweet Estelle’s Baking Supply. Long-time readers might have guessed I’d combine my love of donuts with my love of conversation hearts — and of course you were right. Last year I made conversation heart cakes; this year I turned them into donuts. These turned out adorable, tasty, and perfect … Read more

Do you remember those paint-your-own-ceramics studios? They were a middle school favorite of mine, and I’d still go in a heartbeat. We found a lunchbox-style piggy bank and decided it deserved a bright pink makeover. To keep any would-be thieves away, we added the word “Broke.” Ready to make one? DIY Lunchbox Piggy Bank Total … Read more

What a stunning collection of homes this round — from an unbelievably restored 19th-century mansion in Mérida to dreamy Los Angeles Spanish-style houses and charming international finds. Each property stands out for its thoughtful restoration, striking details, and personality. Here are the highlights. Let’s dive in. A Colorful 19th Century Restoration in Merida, Mexico Asking … Read more