There are so many delightful DIY Valentine’s Day gift ideas, so I gathered the best ones in one place and organized them by recipient. Whether you need classroom valentines, a handmade gift for kids, something special for her or him, or an edible treat, there’s a Valentine’s idea for everyone on your list. I couldn’t … Read more
I’ve been slacking a bit on sharing behind-the-scenes updates on Snapchat and Instagram Stories lately — part of it is feeling overwhelmed by juggling yet another social channel. That said, I’ve still been documenting moments from shoots and travels; they just haven’t lived on my phone as much as they usually do.
So here’s a round-up of the photos I meant to share on social but never quite posted.
Learn an easy method to dye synthetic materials at home. I’ve dyed a surprising variety of items over the years — napkins, shoes, woven baskets and even hangers — but one small project kept nagging at me until I finally tried it: a $13 faux sheepskin rug from Ikea. It felt like a simple idea … Read more
I’ve been making an effort to choose healthier options lately, but every now and then a person needs a little sugar. You know what I mean?
Today, I’m celebrating one of my favorite indulgences: cake. Do you really need an excuse to enjoy the Rolls-Royce of desserts? I didn’t think so.
Whether you crave frosting, want new recipes, or enjoy DIY cake decorating projects, this roundup has something for everyone. Here are 17 cakes to try that might make your Monday (or any day) a little sweeter.
1. (above) Vanilla Bean Cake from Fork to Belly
2. Edible Flowers Cake from Designlovefest
3. Slang Cake from Sugar & Cloth
4. Momofuku Birthday Cake from Liv for Cake
Over the years I’ve discovered that tea towels are an unexpectedly useful material for small sewing projects. They often feature attractive colors, patterns and textures, and their size is ideal for making items like stockings. I also use tea towels for styling and dyeing projects.
This season I went through my growing pile of kitchen linens and decided to turn several tea towels into handmade holiday stockings.
Below is a straightforward tutorial in case you have a few extra tea towels you’d like to repurpose. Each stocking takes less than an hour to make. Give it a try and let me know how yours turn out.
These DIY paint palettes are easy to make and can encourage kids (and adults) to pick up their brushes more often. My son loves crafting, especially painting, so I made several small clay palettes just his size. They’re formed from air-dry clay, which means no kiln or oven is needed, and they require just a … Read more
Searching for a standout rug? Here are 24 great options that might be perfect, plus practical tips to help you choose the right one. For months I kept a new living room rug at the top of my shopping list. If you follow my Instagram, you’ll know I wasn’t kidding. When I finally found the … Read more
This might sound a little unusual, but stick with me! After my son’s construction-themed birthday party, I found myself with a stack of leftover paper plates. We don’t normally use disposable plates, but hosting the party at a park made them the practical choice. Rather than toss the extras, I decided to turn them into … Read more
Whether it’s the festive energy of Cinco de Mayo or a break from my usual neutral palette, I found myself drawn to colorful projects this week. I mixed in a few bright ideas to shake up the usual lineup of DIYs. There are six easy, inspiring projects below — a couple jump out at me … Read more
This weekend feels a little off because the Fourth of July falls midweek, but it’s still Friday—and that’s a reason to smile. I’m looking forward to taking a couple of days to rest, though I admit I’ll likely tackle some deadlines over the break. The tasks ahead are enjoyable creative projects, and I can’t wait … Read more
