Why We’re Selling Our Palm Springs Home: Reasons and Next Steps

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After much thought and with a mountain of mixed emotions, we’ve decided to put our Palm Springs house on the market. I know this will come as a surprise to many of you — it did to us too. Life shifts unexpectedly, and sometimes you have to adapt. While selling was always a possibility, it … Read more

Mother’s Day Breakfast in Bed Printables — Free Printable Cards & Menus

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Remember those charming leprechaun notes I shared in March? There’s more printable goodness arriving each month! The wonderfully talented Kate of Striped Cat Studio will be contributing a free celebratory printable to Studio DIY once a month. Her watercolor designs are simply lovely, and I’m thrilled to share them with you. Kicking things off is … Read more

DIY Baby Shower Ideas for a Joyful About to Pop Celebration

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I’m excited to share my latest project for Balloon Time: a full, balloon-filled baby shower built around the playful theme “About to POP!” This was more than a simple DIY — it became an entire celebration. We designed a whimsical photo booth intended to become an ABC-style keepsake book of guests’ photos, assembled a colorful … Read more

Colorful Rainbow Cannoli Recipe for Festive Desserts

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I say “holy cannoli” a lot, but today I really mean it: holy rainbow cannoli. I had a playful idea to colorize cannoli for St. Patrick’s Day—melding Irish and Italian influences into one colorful treat. Full disclosure: I’d never deep-fried anything before this project, so I recruited my talented friends at Garlic My Soul to … Read more

Surprise Balloon DIY Ideas for Parties and Gifts

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Yes — today’s DIY project matches the new site’s look perfectly. I love a coordinated theme, but this idea is more than just pretty. It’s an easy, budget-friendly way to brighten someone’s day. Fill a large box with colorful balloons, leave it on a doorstep, knock, and run — pure surprise and delight. Scroll down … Read more

Weekend Getaway in Scottsdale: Friends, Food & Outdoor Fun

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A few weeks ago we spent an unforgettable weekend in Scottsdale with a group of friends who became family six years ago through work. Over the years our circle has grown — we’ve added four kids and Brittni is expecting a fifth — so we gathered to celebrate her before the baby arrives. This was … Read more

Ask Your Bridesmaids with Ban.do — Free Printable + Giveaway

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I’m so excited to share how I asked my bridesmaids to stand with me on the big day. I created special, mailed packages that included a printable card and a little gift — Ban.do bobbi pins — and everything turned out even better than I imagined. I teamed up with Nicole from Floating Specks to … Read more

Rugs I Passed On (So You Don’t Have To) — Volume 5

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I accidentally skipped July’s Rugs I Didn’t Buy post, but I’ve been deep into hunting for rugs for several spots in our house, so I’ve got a fresh batch to share. These are pieces that caught my eye—some bold, some subtle—and I can’t wait to hear which ones you love. Fuchsia Berber Moroccan Rug: This … Read more

DIY I Am Thankful For… Thanksgiving Balloon Craft

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The rumors are true — Thanksgiving isn’t usually my favorite holiday to craft for. Its traditional colors and themes don’t always speak to me, but this year I decided to give it a Studio DIY twist. That’s why this is probably the only Thanksgiving DIY you’ll see from me that involves balloons. The concept behind … Read more

Top Los Angeles Pizzerias: A New Jersey Native’s Picks

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Since I moved from New Jersey to Los Angeles ten years ago, I’ve been on a mission to find the best pizza in the city. As a Jersey native, my standards are high, so I’ve become pretty picky about crust, sauce, and overall balance. Over the years we’ve settled on several reliable favorites that cover … Read more