Chocolate Peanut Butter Crispy Candy Bars Recipe

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Every Christmas my mom makes hundreds of chocolate peanut butter crispy candies to share with friends, neighbors and anyone who crossed her path that year. It’s become a holiday tradition—small, thoughtful treats that brighten the season for grocery clerks, mail carriers, volunteers and family alike. These no-bake Cocoa Krispies treats are a crowd favorite and … Read more

Bold Pink and Green Bathroom Design Ideas for Colorful Spaces

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Welcome to our bold pink-and-green master bathroom. This space completes our main bedroom suite and it feels amazing to have it finished. The bedroom and closet reveal informed much of this design, and this bathroom was an opportunity to introduce a fresh, dramatic color while still tying back to the warm pink and peach tones … Read more

Chill Pill Twinkies: Calm-Inducing Twinkie Dessert Recipe

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I love taking a simple snack—like a Twinkie—and transforming it into something playful and unexpected. These Chill Pill Twinkies are a semi-homemade, whimsical treat that’s easy to make and perfect for parties, gifts, or just a fun baking project. They turned out even better than I imagined and are a great example of how a … Read more

Colorful California Backyard Reveal: Transforming Our Outdoor Space

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We bought this house for the backyard, and after more than two years of planning and work it’s finally usable. Today I’m excited to share our colorful California backyard reveal. We dreamed about this space from day one, but didn’t start construction until this spring. This renovation ended up costing much more than we expected, … Read more

My Five Favorite Lip Colors I Reach for Every Day

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Today I’m sharing a long-requested roundup of my go-to lip colors. For years I hardly wore lipstick — I liked quick makeup routines and hated frequent touch-ups — but a few seasons ago I decided to wear lipstick more often. It turned out to be a small habit with a big confidence boost, and now … Read more

Snowflake Macarons Recipe: Step-by-Step Holiday Treats

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Add easy snowflake macarons to your Christmas cookie platters or winter celebrations this year! Upgrade store-bought macarons—or make them from scratch—with just a stencil and powdered sugar. This simple technique is kid-friendly and requires no piping or advanced decorating skills. Supplies for Snowflake Macarons For these macarons I used a snowflake stencil and powdered sugar. … Read more

Screen Time vs Play: How Much Is Right for Kids?

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I’m excited to join the Real Talk with Real Moms series this year. Each month, several thoughtful moms pick a topic and share their perspective. I’ve read this series for years, even before I became a mom, so it feels a little surreal to contribute now. This month’s topic is playtime and screen time. I’ve … Read more

Favorite Breakfast Recipes Our Family Loves

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I’m creatures-of-habit when it comes to breakfast—scrambled eggs and avocado are my go-to every morning. The rest of the family usually opts for cereal, but on Saturdays and special occasions we like to mix things up and make one of our favorite breakfast recipes. These are the tried-and-true dishes we reach for when we want … Read more

DIY Taco Letter Holder Tutorial: Make a Fun Mail Organizer

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While experimenting with materials for our Anthropologie event, our operations manager Samantha folded a trinket dish sample into a taco-like shape and suggested we make something out of it. The idea that stuck was a taco letter holder — a playful, functional desk accessory that keeps mail and notes organized. We tested the concept and ended up with the most delightful letter holder to brighten any workspace. If you want a fun, functional accent on your desk, this is the project to try.

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Cactus plants and taco letter holders

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