I’m heading to California today for an unplanned trip with Jeff to San Francisco, and I’ll also visit family while I’m there. The trip was arranged at the last minute, so our plans are pretty open — if you have recommendations for San Francisco (shops, restaurants, neighborhoods, or things to do), please share. It’s been a few years since my last visit, so I’m eager for suggestions.
What are your plans this weekend? If you’re looking for a few easy projects to tackle, here are six DIY ideas perfect for a weekend:
1. Make a freeform flower centerpiece — a creative arrangement technique that avoids using a flower frog.
2. Velvet DIY color-blocked pillows — a simple way to refresh a couch or bedroom with luxurious texture.
3. Upgrade a tote bag in five minutes — sew on leather handles to give a basic tote an elevated look.
4. A DIY embroidered hoodie from Honestly WTF — customize a plain sweatshirt with simple stitching or playful designs.
5. DIY pearl slide sandals — an easy, stylish footwear upgrade by adding pearl details to basic slides.
6. Natural lip balm (two ingredients) — a fast, natural recipe to make moisturizing lip balm at home.
Each of these projects works well for a relaxed weekend and can be adapted to your skill level. The centerpiece and pillows make great home refreshes; the tote handles and pearl slides are quick accessories upgrades; the embroidered hoodie is a fun way to personalize clothing; and the lip balm is a practical, natural product to gift or keep.
If you’d like quick tips for any specific project — for example, recommended materials for sewing the leather handles, basic stitches to use for embroidery, or simple color combinations for the pillows — tell me which DIY interests you most and I’ll share a concise guide.
Wishing you a happy, creative weekend.
– Brittni