Happy Friday! I’ve been focused on work all week, so I’m really looking forward to a couple of days off with Jeff and Hayes. I might tackle a creative project—maybe I will, maybe I won’t—but either way I put together a short list of weekend DIYs to try. One of them is an entire greenhouse, … Read more
Happy Watermelon Day! Yes, there really is a day to celebrate this refreshing fruit — and today is it. Let’s celebrate with a simple, three-ingredient watermelon granita. It’s quick, bright, and perfect for hot days. This recipe uses pantry staples and fresh watermelon. Below is what you need and how to make it. Ingredients: – … Read more
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With family visiting back-to-back, preparing my guest bedroom and bathroom became a priority. Now that the bathroom is nearly finished, I wanted to share a quick sneak peek and my top three essentials every guest bathroom should have before visitors arrive.
An effortless ponytail made with one surprising item: a small strip of felt. Simple hair tutorials are often the best. When it comes to hair, I believe the easier the technique, the more useful it becomes. This quick DIY creates a polished, low ponytail using only a tiny strip of felt and two bobby pins—no … Read more
Happy Friday! I’m gearing up for the weekend with a set of DIY projects to try. I’m especially pleased to have no firm plans for the next few days — aside from possibly mixing a few cocktails. There’s something delightful about enjoying an unstructured weekend; I’m not alone in that, right? If you’re looking for … Read more
This post is sponsored by Skinny Cow. Recently I started painting again purely for enjoyment — a simple way to step out of my head and unwind from a busy schedule. It’s become a pleasant ritual that helps me transition from work mode to home mode. Spending a few minutes with brush and color feels … Read more
Pumpkin muffins have quickly become my favorite treat for crisp fall and chilly winter days. This recipe is easy to adapt into vegan pumpkin muffins with just a couple of simple swaps. This is the season when baked goods and sweet treats feel perfectly acceptable at any meal, and pumpkin is everywhere: pumpkin bars, pumpkin … Read more
Inspired by the popular necklace silhouette, this large-scale DIY wall planter combines minimalist wall art with practical plant display. It works beautifully with eucalyptus, dried flowers, air plants, or other lightweight botanical accents. It’s very budget-friendly (under $15), easy to customize to any length, and perfect for party decor or everyday styling. Materials One piece … Read more
It’s been two weeks since we packed up the old studio and moved into the new space. Time has flown, but the transition has been exciting and productive. While we’re still settling in, finishing a few DIY projects like building workspace tables, and unpacking boxes, I wanted to share the “before” photos of the studio … Read more
On sweltering days—like today and really most days this past couple of months—I want my hair up immediately. Anything that keeps hair out of my face is welcome, as long as it takes no more than a minute or two.
Patience runs thin when it’s hot, so any hairstyle I can assemble quickly is on my favorites list. This one certainly fits the bill.
This casual summer French twist is one of those “set it and forget it” looks—comfortably effortless and fast. Yes, it’s a bold comparison, but it sort of reminds me of the simplicity of a George Foreman Grill: quick, reliable, and gets the job done.
Want to recreate this DIY ‘do in about 60 seconds? Follow the step-by-step instructions below.
