I’m heading to California today for an unplanned trip with Jeff to San Francisco, and I’ll also visit family while I’m there. The trip was arranged at the last minute, so our plans are pretty open — if you have recommendations for San Francisco (shops, restaurants, neighborhoods, or things to do), please share. It’s been … Read more

I’m a little obsessed with creative DIY planter ideas right now. Maybe it’s because summer is approaching and I’m thinking about plants more often, or maybe I’m just a bit eccentric. Either way, I wanted to share another planter project that stands out for its texture and the surprising, recyclable material used. It’s affordable, easy, … Read more

Thanksgiving is one of those holidays where people who enjoy entertaining often go all out — and I’m definitely one of them. For me, the table is the heart of the celebration. I like a look that feels special but still simple: a modern, minimal tablescape that’s warm, colorful, and inviting. For this tablescape I … Read more

I had some leftover leather strips from a previous DIY leather frames project, so I turned them into a simple leather potholder—an attractive and durable heat pad to protect countertops, tables, and other surfaces from hot dishes. I’m a fan of useful kitchen accessories, and this compact leather project felt like the perfect way to … Read more

Thinking about switching to unpaper towels? It’s easier than you might expect, and you can make a set of reusable paper towels from fabric scraps in about 15 minutes. I switched to unpaper towels in 2018 and it turned out to be far simpler to maintain than I anticipated. Here’s how it happened. One morning … Read more

Today I’m joining Tiffany Moore’s Big Questions series. You might already know Tiffany from Paper and Stitch—she’s a thoughtful voice who encourages people to ask the meaningful questions that clarify real dreams and how to pursue them. There are ten contributors taking part in this series. Each of us answers one big question and offers … Read more

Living in a small space has its benefits, but keeping a tiny home organized isn’t always one of them. Whether you actually live in a tiny house or your home just feels small, organizing the entire space can be overwhelming. It doesn’t have to be—small, deliberate changes can quickly tame clutter and make your home … Read more

When I was a child I disliked banana chips. I loved fresh bananas, but the crunchy, sweet banana chips were a different story. Over time my tastes changed, and now I regularly buy banana chips to take on car rides and hikes. Today, in celebration of Banana Lover’s Day, I made a snack that even … Read more

A few weeks ago I was invited to take part in a DIY contest on A Subtle Ravelry called “So Fresh and So Clean.” For the contest I created a tablescape for a DIY party and designed a companion project: custom soap carvings. Now that the contest has ended, I’m excited to share the project … Read more