One of my favorite features of our home is the little built-in ledge in Arlo’s room. We debated what to put there and eventually turned it into a gallery ledge filled with colorful, kid-friendly art. Some pieces are prints I adore, while many were created by friends we hope will serve as role models for … Read more

After our trip to the NYIGF in August, Jess of The Eagle’s Nest and I arranged a little creative exchange. I wanted her interior design eye to help finish my new living room, and she needed fresh ideas for her son Bryan’s first birthday. With the party scheduled for October, orange became the natural color … Read more

Arlo’s G-Man and Nana on their first trip to meet him, their 7th grandchild! I remember when my first niece was born — I was 13 at the time, and now she’s a teenager. Time flies, and suddenly those early family conversations feel nostalgic. One memorable discussion centered on what to call the six grandparents … Read more

Remember the mood board I shared a few weeks ago? The kitchen plan took a dramatic turn—good change, thankfully. After several installations and some travel, the design that seemed perfect on paper didn’t translate when everything was assembled. Originally, I had planned a deep mustard for our Semihandmade cabinet fronts. I picked a color I … Read more

Welcome to Toddler Camp — a simple daily itinerary of themed activities to keep your toddler happily occupied at home. This Ice Cream Day includes sensory play, crafts, active games and a kid-friendly treat idea to fill a fun day. Use the suggestions below to create an easy, screen-friendly schedule that balances play and quiet … Read more

I’m known for wearing a giant bow — it’s rare that I leave the house without one. So I thought, why not bring a Garden Party vibe to hair bows? These felt bows topped with fresh blooms are perfect for a party activity: make several ahead of time, let guests choose a flower, and they … Read more

Have you ever made play dough with your kids? We’ve tried several recipes over the years, but many call for specialty items like cream of tartar, cornstarch, or conditioner that we didn’t always have on hand. I wanted a simple, reliable recipe using only common pantry ingredients so we could make play dough anytime inspiration … Read more

Have you ever found yourself scrambling the day before a Halloween party to cobble together a costume from whatever’s on hand? These easy DIY Halloween costume headbands are the perfect solution. Quick, clever, and surprisingly effective, they turn an ordinary outfit into an instant costume in minutes. I call them costume toppers — simple headpieces … Read more

Amy from This Heart of Mine kindly invited me back to contribute to her seasonal series. Previously I shared kite garlands for her “Sum Sum Summertime” feature, and this time I joined the “Falling into Fall” theme. I couldn’t resist bringing a bit of Halloween craftiness to the party — this time as paper spiderwebs … Read more

I’m excited to launch a new art series today. I collect art constantly—physically and digitally on Pinterest and Instagram—and I never have enough wall space (or budget!) for everything I love. Over the years I’ve wondered how best to share these artists with you, and this series feels like the right format. Art can be … Read more