My First Mother’s Day: Celebration Tips + 2 Outfit Ideas for You

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It’s surreal to be just days away from my first Mother’s Day as a mom. I still remember last year’s Mother’s Day like it was yesterday — what a difference a year makes. Now I have a tiny, almost two-month-old to celebrate with, and that changes everything. For my first Mother’s Day, I’d happily spend … Read more

Kids Closet Reading Nook and Cozy Fort Ideas Kids Will Love

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We had a deep but narrow closet in our son’s room that always felt awkward and underused. After living with it for a while I decided to split the space into two zones: practical storage up high and a playful, treehouse-inspired reading nook below. The closet has very high ceilings, which creates a generous storage … Read more

Make Regular Wallpaper Removable: Simple Step-by-Step Guide

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When we decided to give our son’s closet a colorful refresh, I wanted a bold wallpaper but also something removable since we won’t be in this home forever. I searched for removable options but ultimately fell for a traditional wallpaper. So I turned that wallpaper into a removable installation — and it worked beautifully. Below … Read more

Make Glitter Foam Fingers: DIY Craft Tutorial for Cheer Props

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Happy Monday! I’m still riding the high from Alt Summit (sleep was optional when you’re surrounded by inspiring people), but that didn’t stop me from pulling together a quick Super Bowl DIY just in time for the weekend. Today’s project: glitter foam fingers. Yes, glitter. Because a little sparkle never hurts—even at a football party. … Read more

Chocolate Chip Cookie Birthday Cake Recipe: Indulgent Layered Treat

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Whenever Jeff goes out of town, I send him off with something baked to snack on — usually chocolate chip cookies, because that’s his one constant request. Last week, while he was away on a work trip, I baked a batch and, as often happens, unintentionally made a few (read: a dozen) extra. Since he … Read more

35 Creative School Dance Theme Ideas for Unforgettable Events

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School dances are a highlight of the year at every grade level — from an elementary school sock hop to a high school winter formal. No matter your budget, there are countless decor and dress-code ideas to choose from. The themes below are grouped by decade, season and style to help you find the perfect … Read more

Printable Summer Olympics Bingo Cards — Free Download and Play

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This free printable Summer Olympics Bingo is a fun way to get the whole family excited about the Olympic Games. The Summer Olympics only come around every few years, so use the occasion to cheer on athletes and enjoy a friendly, themed competition together. To make the bingo cards reusable, print them on cardstock and … Read more

Family-Style Easter Menu: Crowd-Pleasing Recipes for the Table

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I can’t believe our little one is old enough for his second Easter already. Time flies—I was looking back at last year’s photos and he was so tiny! This year we’re heading to an egg hunt (yes, even though Arlo isn’t walking yet), and I’m hoping the Easter Bunny will hide a little at-home hunt … Read more

DIY Raining Men Costume Ideas for Halloween & Parties

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Hallelujah! It’s raining men — a perfect, playful costume idea for Halloween or any costume party. This DIY “Raining Men” outfit is inspired by the classic song and is simple to assemble with items you may already have on hand. The concept is straightforward: attach printed faces of your favorite heartthrobs to lengths of clear … Read more

Free 2018 Printable Wall Calendar — Monthly PDF Download

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At the start of the year we released a free printable wall calendar to our email subscribers, and we wanted to share it here for anyone who missed that first drop over the holidays. This 2018 printable calendar was incredibly popular. For this edition we collaborated with illustrator Lark+Raven, whose charming artwork gives the calendar … Read more