Natural Fabric Dyeing: How to Dye Clothes with Plant-Based Colors

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Learn how to dye clothes naturally — it’s easier than you think. I’ve been experimenting with naturally dyeing inexpensive clothing to give it a cuter, more polished look. The results have been consistently pleasing, so I wanted to share a clear, practical guide to natural dyeing that you can use at home. In these examples … Read more

Holiday Gift Ideas for Women: Gifts for Every Budget

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It’s the giant women’s gift guide! There are only two weeks until Christmas. If your gift shopping has been put off even a little — you’re in the right place. I’ve pulled together two big gift guides: today’s guide, which is entirely for women and organized by price so you can shop quickly, and a men’s guide that I’ll share tomorrow. I’m excited to share both.

This women’s guide includes over 75 carefully chosen items that span every budget — from stocking stuffers under $25 to thoughtful mid-range gifts and splurge-worthy luxury picks. Keep in mind: no judgment if you sneak something in for yourself. I certainly did. Let’s dive into the giant women’s gift guide for the holidays and beyond.

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Make Reusable Produce Bags in 15 Minutes: DIY Sewing Guide

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Reusable produce bags in 15 minutes (even if you’re a beginning sewer)! With many of us spending more time at home, here’s a quick, practical project you can make in about 10–15 minutes using items you likely already have. These reusable produce bags are a small, effective way to cut down on single-use plastic at … Read more

Alt Recap: What Really Happened at Alt Conference

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Saturday night I returned home after a busy week in Salt Lake City for Altitude Summit. The conference ran from Tuesday night through Saturday and was a lot of fun. I met many talented people and attended inspiring sessions, but coming home felt good too — it was an exhausting week in the best way. … Read more

18 Inspiring Australian Designers and Artists to Know

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Whenever I feel the urge for a little online shopping spree, I often find myself browsing sites from far away — down under in Australia. The country consistently produces impressive design and art: tasteful furniture, beautiful ceramics, abundant textiles, and an overall aesthetic that’s easy to love. Australian design blends influences in a fresh way: … Read more

Fourth of July Firework Embroidered Jean Shorts DIY Tutorial

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Embroidered jean shorts for the win! Following the theme of July Fourth DIY projects, here’s a quick and versatile idea that works well for the holiday—and any other time of year. This simple embroidery upgrade transforms a favorite pair of jean shorts into a playful, handmade piece with very little time or expense. These embroidered … Read more

Create DIY Mixed Media Art: Step-by-Step Techniques and Tips

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I’ve been collecting small, inexpensive pieces of art from thrift shops and estate sales—portraits, landscapes, inexpensive prints—and stacking them in a corner until I decided what to do with them. They weren’t exactly my style, but each one had something about it that caught my eye. Eventually I started thinking about the mixed-media collages I … Read more

DIY Mother’s Day Glass Painting: Create Custom Patterned Vases

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Flowers are a gift I will always gladly accept. I don’t know anyone who would turn down a bouquet. With Mother’s Day approaching, I gave the classic card-and-flowers gift a personal twist by painting custom vases. The finished vases become keepsakes that last long after the blooms fade. I created this project in partnership with … Read more

Fall-Spiced Sweet Potato Pancakes Recipe You’ll Love

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We just returned from a weekend trip to Europe and all I wanted was breakfast for dinner — pancakes, eggs, turkey sausage, the whole comfort-food spread. I did indulge a bit while traveling, though, so I also wanted something lighter and healthier. We recreated sweet potato protein pancakes that Cori recently made at the studio, … Read more

6 Weekend DIY Projects to Try This Weekend

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Next week I’m traveling to Los Angeles for a secret project I can’t wait to share, so I’m spending the weekend prepping a few behind-the-scenes details. Unrelatedly, I’m also going to Cirque du Soleil tonight and I’m so excited. We saw our first Cirque show last year (KURIOS) and both Jeff and I absolutely loved … Read more