I’m a longtime flower lover—fresh blooms in the house whenever possible—but if I’m honest, potted plants are far more practical. They’re affordable, long-lasting, and bring a host of benefits to any living space. This week’s Interior Obsessions focuses on why living with plants truly enhances a home. I’d love to hear your reasons too. Here … Read more

Today is National Donut Day, and even though I don’t usually observe every food holiday, I couldn’t let this one slide. I love donuts too much to ignore an excuse to celebrate. So I put together a simple, playful recipe for donut parfaits — layered cups that combine glazed donuts with creamy filling and fresh … Read more

The weather in Atlanta has cooled down, so I moved a crafty afternoon outdoors and hosted a cozy campfire craft night. We made warm pom-pom hats while gathered around a decorated fire bowl, using a Duraflame Crackleflame log to get the fire going quickly and with that comforting crackle. Blankets, floor cushions, and layers of … Read more

DIY earrings are one of my favorite quick projects when I want something simple and fun. Today I’m sharing an easy project: cute DIY wooden face earrings that are fast, playful, and perfect for a quick craft session. These little faces fall between bold statement pieces and everyday wear — versatile enough to dress up … Read more

Guest post tutorial by Jenny Hoople of Authentic Arts. All you need to make a river rock choker necklace like this is a spool of 16-gauge copper wire from the hardware store, a small pair of needle-nose pliers with a built-in wire cutter, a pen, and some pre-drilled stones. If you’d like to drill your … Read more

With Easter just a week away, here’s an easy DIY decorating trick I use for entertaining that’s perfect for spring gatherings. This monochromatic approach creates a bold, coordinated statement that’s foolproof—whether you’re an experienced crafter or a complete beginner, you can do this. The concept is straightforward: collect items from around your home in a … Read more

I’ve become a little obsessed with tile trends — vivid colors, bold patterns, and unconventional uses for a material usually reserved for backsplashes. Standard subway tile has its place, but there’s so much more potential in tile than just bathrooms and kitchens. To prove that, here are seven creative, out-of-the-ordinary ways to use tile around … Read more

I enjoy sharing projects that show different ways to make candles—dipped and rolled candles, soy and beeswax varieties. But sometimes it’s simplest to start with small votive candles you already have on hand. I always seem to keep a stash of them in a drawer just in case. In this edition of “Make This,” I’ll … Read more

A simple, healthy white bean soup that’s quick to make and full of comforting flavor. It’s been chilly recently, and I’ve been using the drop in temperature as an excuse to make as many soups as possible. On a cold day, nothing beats a hot bowl of soup. When that meal is easy to prepare … Read more