Not long ago I finally framed a handful of artworks I’d been putting off for ages. After I posted them, several people asked on Instagram where I source my frames. Most of the frames I use are medium to light-toned wood with a specific depth and profile, and finding ready-made frames that fit those proportions … Read more

I’ve been really into patterns lately, so I decided to make a set of painted ornaments to satisfy that creative urge—plus it’s December, so it felt perfectly seasonal. These are quick, graphic, and fun to customize. The designs use similar motifs to my DIY painted wrapping paper, but they take on a different character when … Read more

Okay, technically 2016 was the year of realizing stuff (just ask Kylie), but I’m a slow learner, so 2017 is my year for it. It’s about to get all kinds of real in here… At times I get so buried in a mounting to-do list that I forget I have the power to change things … Read more

For better or worse, one thing I can say about the studio is that it’s always changing. One day there’s a three‑legged chair casually sitting in the kitchen. The next day I’m moving the work tables around on my back (yes, I actually do this — it’s easier than it sounds) because they need to … Read more

I couldn’t wait another day—I had to share this giant wreath project right away. I built a seriously large DIY wreath for the studio yesterday. I hadn’t planned to write a tutorial, but when it was finished I loved it so much I couldn’t resist sharing. It’s over three feet tall and the basic frame … Read more

The foolproof guide to propagating plants with ease! Spring is here, trees are in bloom, and many houseplants look like they’re shaking off winter dormancy. It’s the perfect time to learn how to propagate plants — creating new specimens from the ones you already own. What does plant propagation mean? Simply put, propagation is the … Read more

Dried orange garlands are everywhere this year. After a failed first attempt (and five successful batches afterward), I’ve refined an easy method for making citrus garlands that works reliably. Prep time is just 10–15 minutes, and most of the time is hands-off while the oven does the work. Why write this tutorial after a bad … Read more

I’m a big fan of painted half walls. Whether it’s a full-height wall painted with a bright geometric mural upstairs or a wall painted only partway up to introduce a bold accent, a half wall can add an unexpected and effective design element. For my latest project with 3M, featuring their ScotchBlue™ Pre-Taped Painter’s Plastic, … Read more