Have your July 4th plans been finalized yet? I haven’t decided—June is slipping away and it’s my favorite month—so I’m easing into the holiday with a softer, summery take on patriotic décor. Last week I created a set of watercolor stripe bunting flags for The Sweetest Occasion as a more subtle alternative to the usual … Read more

Ever since I taught that taco workshop, I’ve been obsessed with cacti. I wanted to try a variety of cactus DIYs, and this washi tape wall art project was perfect — simple, colorful, and quick to do any time of year. I browsed Cute Tape’s online shop and found an incredible selection of washi tape … Read more

Fruit-themed DIYs are a summertime favorite, and this fruity bar cart makeover is no exception. Inspired by fresh, sparkling flavors, we transformed a simple bar cart with bright paint and playful yarn pompoms for an easy, eye-catching outdoor setup. It’s perfect for poolside gatherings and backyard parties because it holds everything you need to serve … Read more

We’ve been working with Pampers for nearly a year now, and it’s the diaper we’ve used on Arlo since he was born—well, almost always. Once we tried a sample of a natural diaper from an event, and it was a disaster. We put it on Arlo for a nap and he woke up soaking wet. … Read more

I love traditions. Big ones, small ones, the little rituals that stitch days and years together. As Jeff and I think about starting a family, I find myself reflecting on the traditions we grew up with and imagining the new ones we’ll create. That’s why I wanted to launch a column celebrating traditions—those simple, meaningful … Read more

I update a round-up of our favorite children’s books every few months, and now that Arlo is two, I wanted to share what he’s loving right now. As with many toddlers, several of these titles focus on emotions and behavior — which is helpful because that’s where we spend a lot of parenting energy at … Read more

While painting a set of emoji eggs, I left a small patch unpainted where my fingers held the shell. When I set the egg down to dry, that little unpainted patch looked exactly like a retro bouffant hairstyle. The idea stuck, so I turned the eggs into playful, retro-inspired bouffant characters. I asked the one … Read more

The Nightmare Before Christmas is a beloved favorite in our home. After watching it countless times, I decided to create a Nightmare Before Christmas holiday door — a gateway to Halloween Town — and attach it to one of our trees. It turned out even better than I imagined. If you remember the film, there’s … Read more

Holy moly, it’s a pineapple dress! All summer I wanted to make one, and after debating stamping and stenciling, I used printable pineapples and iron-on transfer paper to create the dress of my dreams. I’d never used iron-on transfers before and was nervous about the outcome, but I’m thrilled with how it turned out. I … Read more

This dark green bathroom received a dramatic transformation. I’ve always loved green bathrooms—green reads like a bold neutral: rich and deep, yet versatile enough to pair with many styles and colors. In this remodel, the deep green sets a moody, sophisticated backdrop while other elements bring contrast and warmth. Although the walls are a rich … Read more