DIY Beaded Christmas Ornaments: Step-by-Step Holiday Craft Guide

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Looking for a simple DIY Christmas craft? Make these charming beaded ornaments for your tree or use them as gift toppers. If you want an easy holiday craft to complete before December 25th, try these beaded Christmas ornaments that also work perfectly as decorative gift toppers. They’re great to make while watching holiday movies or … Read more

How to Create a Side-Swept Chignon: Step-by-Step Tutorial

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Beautiful side-swept chignon hairstyle, plus a DIY hair accessory that elevates the look.

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Chignon hair, don’t care! This tutorial shows a messy, side-swept chignon and includes a quick DIY for a bold copper hair accessory I’ve been loving. It’s an easy two-in-one: a simple updo that works in minutes and a statement clip you can make for less than $5.

I’ve been noticing large metal circles in jewelry lately and love how minimal they look. That inspired a hair clip version that complements almost any updo—dressy enough for a wedding, but just as striking with casual outfits.

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6 DIY Projects to Try This Weekend

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I’ve been in Orlando most of the week for work. Later today Jeff and I are heading to Jacksonville to visit family before returning to Atlanta. What are your plans for the weekend? Anything fun lined up? As usual, I’ve gathered a few of my favorite weekend DIY projects in case you have some spare … Read more

DIY Crossbody Bag for Under $10: Step-by-Step Guide

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A budget-friendly DIY crossbody bag! I picked up two thick, colorful woven placemats on sale and stashed them in my craft closet. They sat there for a while until Amelia transformed them into a stylish little crossbody bag. The result is simple, practical, and very affordable—the whole project costs under $10 if you already have … Read more

15-Minute Easter Baskets Using Only One Material

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Love these homemade Easter baskets that you can use year after year. They’re affordable, fast to make, and versatile enough to repurpose after the holiday. If you’ve ever wanted to make your own Easter baskets, this is a super simple sewing project you can finish in about 15 minutes. The best part isn’t just the … Read more

Crispy Roasted Chickpeas Recipe for Snack or Salad Topping

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Crispy roasted chickpeas for the win! I could eat these like candy—well, savory and nutritious candy. They’re addictively crunchy and make a great snack or topping. Roasted chickpeas aren’t only perfect for topping soups and salads—they’re also a filling, protein- and fiber-packed snack on their own. I like to use these crunchy chickpeas in place … Read more

DIY Hanging Bird Mobile: Easy Step-by-Step Guide

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Today’s guest DIY comes from Christine, a stationery designer based in Suffolk, England. She lives with her fiancé and their little dog, Toby. Christine is the creator behind Paper and Cloth and shared this simple, charming project for making a bird mobile from paper scraps. Materials Scrapbook paper or any decorative paper — recycled papers … Read more

DIY Pencil Holder Makeover: Stylish Steps to Upcycle a Holder

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Is it a DIY pencil holder or a DIY makeup organizer? I’m not sure, but either way, I love it. Keeping small items organized feels like a constant battle at my house, so any project that brings a little order—and looks nice doing it—is a win. I remade a simple organizer to corral pens, paintbrushes, … Read more

Summer Glazed Pineapple Mango Shrimp Kabobs

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We’ve been trying to soak up every last bit of summer before the weather turns cooler. How is summer almost over already? That means the grill has been working overtime around here — seriously, we’ve hit punch-card levels of grilling. When ZICO Coconut Water asked me to create a summer-inspired recipe featuring their chilled juice … Read more

6 Weekend DIY Projects You Can Complete in One Day

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Tomorrow Jeff and I are heading to Harbour Island with our friends Ash and Jared (Sugar & Cloth) for a week-long getaway. Before we leave, I wanted to share a handful of weekend DIY projects worth trying. I’m especially excited about projects #3 and #6—they’re my favorites from the list. Click through for full instructions … Read more