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Behind the Scenes: Insider Look at Animal Geek Creations

Over the past few months I’ve been juggling everything from bath salts to yarn weavings. I traveled to South Carolina, California, and Texas, decided to move out of the only home we’ve had since relocating to Atlanta, and even launched a new column that I’ve been meaning to start for ages.

Despite all of that, I haven’t posted a single behind-the-scenes photo since the new year began. It’s not because I don’t have any—there are plenty—so today I’m sharing a rapid-fire collection of recent BTS moments to catch up and show what I’ve been working on lately.

This Fourth of July weekend I’m planning to embrace the full summer spirit: a couple of possible day trips, plenty of festive cocktails, and time for a few hands-on projects. What are your plans? If you have a little free time, here are six easy, fun DIYs to try over the long weekend. Each project … Read more

Living Room Reveal: Complete Source List for Every Item

Earlier this week I shared my living room reveal, including a DIY project for leather-wrapped frames and a full set of photos. Because there was so much to cover, I separated the detailed source list into its own post to make things easier to reference. Today I’m sharing that source list—everything I can remember from … Read more

12 Back Porch Makeovers: Progress Over 12 Months

This post is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Schlage. All opinions and text are my own. I’ve shared a few glimpses of my back porch before, but today I’m posting the full progress report for the 12 rooms in 12 months series in partnership with Schlage. I’m excited to spend more … Read more

Holographic New Year’s Eve Garland and Photo Booth Backdrop DIY

The holidays are approaching quickly and New Year’s Eve is nearly here, so I wanted to share a holographic DIY project. I’ve been loving the holographic trend on clothing, pillows, and art, and this season felt like the perfect time to incorporate it into festive decorations. I collaborated with Fiskars to test their Thick Materials … Read more

Day-to-Night Messy Bun Faux Hawk: 2 Simple Styling Ways

A quick look through earlier hair tutorials shows my fondness for buns in every form—casual, polished, and everything in between. I thought we’d explored most bun variations until Rachel introduced this versatile updo that works as a half-up style or as a full faux hawk. It’s a two-in-one hairstyle that easily transitions from daytime casual … Read more

Giant Monstera Leaf Pillow Pattern (Plus Small Version)

Maybe it’s the new baby in my life or a sudden embrace of my playful side, but I’m currently obsessed with oversized, whimsical pillows. Today I’m sharing a step-by-step guide to make a giant DIY monstera leaf pillow—plus notes for making a smaller, more space-friendly version. The result is fun and imaginative while still feeling … Read more

28 Must-Have Desk Accessories for a Smarter Workspace

Yesterday I cleared out my desk to start fresh and discovered I have a real weakness for desk accessories—I own a lot of them.

So today I put together a roundup of my favorite desk finds for a little Tuesday workspace inspiration. There’s plenty of great stuff on this list to spark ideas for organizing and styling your own work area.

A simple bird costume for kids that even a beginner can make. Really — it’s that easy. I usually leave DIY Halloween projects until the very last minute, but this bird costume was different. I still finished it close to Halloween (about ten minutes before we walked out the door), but I started working on … Read more

Are Painted Ceilings Worth It? Pros, Costs, and Style Tips

Painted ceilings are appearing everywhere right now. While painting a ceiling isn’t always the most practical design choice, it undeniably makes a bold statement. Are you into this interiors trend, or are you wondering how it even started? I’ve spent a lot of time in the South and often noticed the coastal tradition of blue-painted … Read more