I was browsing the seasonal aisle at Target and spotted the most beautiful pastel nonpareil sprinkles. Naturally I bought them—and immediately covered eggs with them. After all, sprinkles are the new glitter. These sprinkle-covered Easter eggs are delicate but incredibly pretty. Here’s how to make your own. Supplies Pastel nonpareil sprinkles (found at Target) Hard-boiled … Read more

I’ve shared kids’ book round-ups before, covering many ages, but this piece focuses specifically on board books. Even now, at age four, our family still reads most of these regularly. They also make wonderful gifts for baby showers or new parents. Board books are favorites for a few reasons: they’re sturdy, short enough for a … Read more

Today’s DIY project is sponsored by The Confetti Bar. Confetti poppers just got an upgrade—for two great reasons. First, The Confetti Bar is open and ready to fill all your confetti needs. It’s a shop dedicated to confetti supplies, and when founder Jessica asked to collaborate, I was excited to team up. We’re kicking off … Read more

Looking for a simple Mean Girls Halloween costume idea? These two clever looks are easy to DIY with items from your closet and a few craft-store supplies. Instead of just dressing as Regina George, try becoming the Burn Book itself — and don’t forget Karen’s unforgettable “I’m a mouse, duh” outfit. Below are quick overviews … Read more

I recently picked up a small set of wooden blocks from a discount craft site, and they’ve been calling out for projects ever since. I have a few holiday ideas in mind, but here are five creative, practical and beautiful ways to use simple wooden blocks right now. Each project makes a thoughtful gift, charming … Read more

We’re excited to share our latest collaboration with Balloon Time—a sparkling bridal shower concept we call “Love is Blinding.” The theme plays on the phrase with a glamorous, gem-inspired aesthetic that pairs perfectly with our updated DIY balloon ideas. For this shoot we refreshed one of our oldest and most-loved projects—confetti-dipped balloons—and introduced a new … Read more

Join me and some favorite blogging friends for a festive St. Patrick’s Day celebration — this time with a non-alcoholic twist: a rainbow cereal milkshake. I used cereal milk made from Fruity Pebbles plus vanilla ice cream to create a creamy, colorful shake that works perfectly for kids and adults alike. It’s easy to make, … Read more

I keep a prop closet and a prop bin full of odds and ends, and recently I discovered a stash of colorful gumballs tucked away. Since I’ve been on a drink-stirrer kick lately, I decided to turn those gumballs into modern cocktail stirrers. Within an hour I had pushed them onto skewers and created a … Read more