Every few months I get the urge to refresh a room in the house. I can’t help it — redecorating is the one area where I welcome change. After finishing our guest bedroom, I couldn’t resist giving Jeff and my master bedroom a light facelift as well. I teamed up with Parachute, a home textiles … Read more

I made a few baby board books for my toddler and wanted to share how I did it because my son absolutely loves them. Anyone can do this. My son is obsessed with books, especially board books, so I decided to try making a few personalized board books for him. It turned out to be … Read more

A clever ice cream cone holder is a perfect late-summer DIY to try during the final warm weeks of the year. Although Labor Day may have come and gone, summer isn’t quite finished. It’s still hot in many places, and anything that involves ice cream feels just right for this stretch of warm weather. Here’s … Read more

Book shelf styling 101. Three words: bookshelf styling. Whether you’re filling built-in shelving or adding an extra bookcase for storage, there are lots of thoughtful ways to style your shelves so they look balanced and feel useful. Staring at empty shelves can feel intimidating — six rows waiting to be filled with books, plants, and … Read more

I’m always looking for an excuse to dye something, and with Father’s Day coming up this Sunday, I decided to do a last-minute DIY project for Dad. What started as a simple hankie idea quickly turned into wall hangings, tea towels, bandanas, and more. You can adapt these pieces however you like. Whether you’re making … Read more

Smoothies are my go-to when I want to break a streak of unhealthy choices. After a season of cookies and rich holiday food, I always appreciate a fresh, bright reset. If you feel the same, this recipe might be right up your alley. This is a new creamsicle-inspired smoothie I’ve been enjoying, made with cara … Read more

I’ve written about the search for the perfect coffee table more than once, and I’m sure a lot of you know the struggle. Finding a coffee table that both suits your style and budget and also works with your existing sofa and seating can be tricky. To make it easier, I gathered a selection of … Read more

Etsy gifts for everyone! Who’s ready to shop small this holiday season? If you want to shop for thoughtful holiday gifts while supporting small businesses, here’s a comprehensive roundup of Etsy finds that are both beautiful and practical. I spent hours curating a wide selection of items with the aim of helping you find meaningful … Read more

Like many people, I couldn’t throw away certain candle jars because I loved their shapes and colors. Over time I collected several empty containers and finally decided to turn them into attractive planters. It’s an easy, affordable way to reuse glass, ceramic, or metal candle vessels and add personality to shelves, windowsills, or desks. Below … Read more