Peach rings are one of those classic gummy candies everyone seems to love. Their bright flavor and sugar coating make them irresistible—are they one of your favorites? We decided to turn that nostalgia into a showstopping dessert as part of our “turn foods into giant cakes” series. The result is a peach-flavored bundt cake that … Read more

I’ve searched widely to collect the best Nightmare Before Christmas decorations, from indoor home decor to outdoor displays, plus games, books and apparel. Whether you’re decorating a living room, a child’s bedroom, or your front porch, there are so many clever pieces that celebrate Jack Skellington and the world of Halloween Town. We’re raising a … Read more

Happy New Year and welcome back. I hope you had a restful holiday—our family enjoyed a quiet break, visiting relatives, taking time to recharge, and tackling projects around the house. To start 2020 I wanted to share my annual recap of 2019. If you’re new here, past recaps include 2015: “The Year of Growing Pains,” … Read more

I’ve been waiting for an excuse to build a wagon costume, and this DIY toaster-and-toast idea was irresistible. It’s a playful way to turn a functional wagon into part of a Halloween look, and the finished result is so cute—especially with a child dressed as a slice of toast. If you have twins, imagine two … Read more

I’m excited to share this bright, summery DIY project: a faux beach ball garland that’s perfect for pool parties, summer decorations, or a playful mantel display. I debated using real mini beach balls or paper lanterns, but I settled on smoothfoam balls and a bit of paint to create lightweight, colorful faux beach balls. They’re … Read more

Kick off your crafty celebrations with a playful twist on cake: a faux paper birthday cake box filled with treats. This easy project makes a charming gift topper or stand-alone present, and you can mass-produce them quickly if you have a cutting machine like the Cricut Explore. The finished boxes look like layered cakes, complete … Read more

These costumes are close to my heart. We’re big Disney fans, so we created a classic DIY Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Halloween costume — and made it a family look by adding Mickey’s biggest fan. These outfits are simple to put together and are guaranteed to be a memorable hit while trick-or-treating. Many pieces … Read more

art by #BlueDelliquanti via @womensmarch In April and May alone, more than 2,000 immigrant children were separated from their parents by ICE and Border Patrol. Babies and young children have been taken from families who were seeking safety. The images and reports coming from the border are deeply distressing, and many people are asking how … Read more

If you grew up loving colorful childhood treats, these Lisa Frank–inspired Zebra Cakes are a playful, nostalgic twist on a classic snack. We transformed a simple layer cake into bright, striped cakes with a vibrant interior and a smooth candy-coated exterior. They’re whimsical, easy to customize with your favorite colors, and — most importantly — … Read more

Hello! It’s Andrea from Salty Canary. I’m excited to share these Palm Springs–inspired swimming pool toaster pastries. They’re fun to make and even more fun to decorate: think tiny flamingo floats, little diving boards, and a piña colada–flavored filling. I love weekend trips to Palm Springs: the food, the colorful mid-century hotels, and relaxing by … Read more