A rum punch recipe that will transport you straight to the Caribbean. Who’s in? To kick off our upcoming vacation—a cruise—and to celebrate World Cocktail Day tomorrow, I’m sharing a bright, fruity rum cocktail inspired by the Southern Caribbean. Rum punch is one of my favorite cocktails: it looks gorgeous, tastes refreshing, and is incredibly … Read more

After making a floating flower project in Palm Springs years ago, I couldn’t wait to try it again. This time I wanted a design that would be a memorable addition to summer events—pool parties, weddings, birthdays, and more. The result is this floating flower DIY, which has been a favorite for my summer gatherings. I … Read more

This living room makeover blends organic modern and transitional styles. It’s a space I designed and decorated at my mom’s house—here’s the full reveal. When my mom moved into her current home, the main living room was one of the spaces she didn’t know how to use. It sits directly off the front entry, so … Read more

After last week’s hair tutorial, I’ve been in a beauty mood, so I wanted to try a makeup tutorial focused on a dramatic smokey eye. This look can be dialed up for Halloween with bold false lashes like the pair I used (they were inexpensive at Target), or worn more subtly without lashes for an … Read more

I love repurposing things I already own, and lately that’s been my favorite way to refresh a space. When Wayfair invited me to style a summer bar cart, I wanted to use something unexpected. That’s how I discovered a shelving unit that begged to become a bar cart. I fell for a compact shelving system … Read more

Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about VELUX Sun Tunnels! Installing skylights was one of the best renovation decisions we made for our home, and after recently adding five VELUX Sun Tunnels, I finally have the full picture of how both solutions perform. In this article I’ll explain the differences, show where we used Sun … Read more

On weekdays I often skip breakfast, but it’s actually my favorite meal of the day. I just tend to prefer breakfast-for-dinner — does that sound familiar? Waffles, pancakes, French toast — what’s not to love? I’ve rounded up my favorite recipes across all three categories in this “Breakfast of Champions” collection. Some of these options … Read more

Few breakfast treats look as appealing as a layered chia seed parfait. Smoothie bowls are beautiful too, but chia puddings—stacked with vibrant fruit—have a special elegance that always draws me in. They’re colorful, fresh, and look like something you’d find on a café menu. Beyond their appearance, chia seed parfaits are one of my go-to … Read more

Jeff and I have been compiling names for our baby boy for years. In the beginning I wasn’t even sure we would have children—some of the names were originally saved for future pets, which suited us fine since we’re both animal lovers. Now that we’re expecting a son, we have a solid shortlist, but we … Read more