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

This holiday decorating post is in partnership with Bed Bath and Beyond. All opinions are my own. I love holiday entertaining and decorating—probably more than any other time of year. There’s a unique excitement in the air, people tend to be in good spirits, and the cookies never run out. What’s not to love? That … Read more

Writing to you from California this morning! I flew out yesterday with Jeff and Hayes to visit family and to sneak away for a few days in Seattle. Follow along on my stories if you’d like. For now I wanted to share a fresh roundup of weekend DIY projects — it’s one of my favorite … Read more