Do you remember using Wite-Out in middle school to paint your nails and proudly showing off those bright white tips? That nostalgic moment inspired this modern DIY nail art. It’s a playful throwback, but with a fresh, polished twist. The tiny brush from a Wite-Out bottle made it easy to paint nails between classes — … Read more

I have a habit of buying fiddle-leaf fig trees only to watch them slowly decline. I mean well, but apparently plant care isn’t my strongest skill. The silver lining is that those sad leaves inspired a simple, stylish DIY project. I used some of the dying leaves to create gold-leaf letter place cards, inspired by … Read more

With sweater weather already arriving here in Europe, I’m getting excited for fall. When FabFitFun invited me to preview their new fall box, I jumped at the chance — and it was perfect timing for my trip. I was able to bring several items from the box and put them to use against the chill. … Read more

Halloween is only days away, but there’s still time for a few last-minute DIY projects. Below is a curated collection of easy, stylish, and fun Halloween ideas—costumes, pumpkins, and simple decor—to inspire any procrastinating crafter. Whether you want a quick costume for the family or a no-carve pumpkin centerpiece, these projects are do-able and creative. … Read more

Now that I’m back from my trip and caught up with work, I find myself a bit at a loss. Do you ever feel a little down after returning from a really great vacation? It’s like you don’t quite want to jump straight back into “real life.” This weekend I’m planning to recharge more than … Read more

DIY wall art that costs absolutely nothing to make? Yes—it’s possible. Welcome to the first project in a new series I’m calling Zero Dollar DIY. The goal is simple: create attractive, frame-worthy wall art using only materials already in your home. For this project I used cereal boxes and one other supply I found in … Read more

Right now, a new rug is at the top of my must-have list. I’ve found so many I love, but I still haven’t pulled the trigger for our new place. Today I’m doing some window shopping and sharing 17 rugs that can totally make a room — help me narrow it down if you can! … Read more

I recently completed a small project for Mollie Makes magazine’s latest issue: a set of faux dip-dyed pillows inspired by Pantone’s Colors of the Year, Serenity and Rose Quartz. The feature appears in issue 64 (see page 16), so I wanted to share the project here as well, including a couple of outtakes that didn’t … Read more

I’ve been traveling so much lately that I almost forgot to share photos from one of my favorite tropical spots: Turks and Caicos. Jeff and I spent a day on Grand Turk as a stop on our cruise, and I’m already eager to go back. The beaches there are stunning — crystal-clear water and vibrant … Read more