How to make Christmas ornaments from paper and chipboard — simple, unique, and festive. Each year I create a few new handmade ornaments to decorate the tree and to give as small gifts. Sometimes I attach them as gift toppers to make packages look special while offering a little extra present at the same time. … Read more

One of my absolute favorite pastimes is hunting for new props. I can’t fully explain why it delights me so much, but the thrill of discovering an interesting object never gets old. Even while wandering through Paris and Amsterdam, the places that excited me most were the little shops and cafés—those tucked-away bookstores I’d never … Read more

If you follow this blog, you probably know I’m a fan of dip-dye projects. I recently made a dip-dyed laundry bag and shared the full tutorial on the Urban Outfitters blog. It’s an easy, budget-friendly project that’s perfect for dorm rooms and makes a practical, stylish accessory for anyone who needs a lightweight laundry carrier. … Read more

With so many holiday projects and party plans already on my mind, I didn’t want New Year’s Eve to get overlooked. Here are seven festive, easy DIY ideas you can put together quickly to make your NYE celebration shine. I collaborated again with ASTROBRIGHTS® Papers to bring colorful, playful crafts perfect for ringing in the … Read more

We’re planning a trip to Austin for Thanksgiving this year, and I’m already thinking about prepping, cooking, and hosting since the holiday is just weeks away. To make the season less hectic and more stylish, I gathered my favorite picks for cooking and entertaining—everything you need to prep sweet potatoes, roast a turkey, and serve … Read more

Atlanta has been unbearably hot lately, and I’ve found myself seeking refuge indoors with the A/C on and a cold cocktail in hand. To help beat the heat, I partnered with La Marca Prosecco and Gilt City to share five refreshing summer cocktail recipes made with La Marca’s crisp blue-label prosecco. These light, bubbly drinks … Read more

Want to learn how to paint floor tiles and transform a space on a budget? I’m sharing the full process here—it’s easier than you might think. Painting tile floors is an affordable, high-impact way to refresh a front porch, back patio, or even an indoor room. After moving into our home I wanted to try … Read more

Autumn already feels odd in Atlanta: the clock change and a stretch of overcast days have made the studio darker than usual (though we did catch some sun yesterday). With less natural light, I’ve been thinking more about layering artificial light to brighten and shape the space. Here are 12 lighting ideas I’m currently loving … Read more

After the success of last month’s style guide, I wanted to share this month’s inspiration boards as well. If you’d like me to keep posting these, tell me — a lot of you said you enjoyed them, so I’ll keep them coming if you want. This month I’m still embracing summer vibes while slowly making … Read more

I’m making the most of the peaches I picked at the farm, so peach galette it is—simple, fast, and delicious. Today is peach pie day (and national waffle day), and while a galette isn’t exactly a pie, it’s close enough to celebrate. Ready to bake? This version uses fresh peaches and a quick homemade filling … Read more