If you follow along on Instagram you already know this, but… we bought a house!
After wanting to buy a house for so long, I’m thrilled to say: we closed on a new home. In this wild Southern California market, it feels like a huge win — and honestly, even without the market frenzy I’d be equally excited because it means the start of a ton of projects. We’ve already begun making changes, and I wanted to share the before photos so you can see the current state and what we’re planning.
So often I see elaborate dinner parties online and think, “That looks amazing, but how much time did that take?” I’m guilty of admiring them too, and there’s absolutely a place for those fully styled events. But sometimes you want a gathering that looks polished without spending hours fussing over every detail.
That’s the idea behind today’s post: how to host a dinner party that looks effortless—and actually is. I partnered with Macy’s for their semi-annual home sale (starting today) to share simple tips, styling tricks, and quick DIYs so you can host an easy yet thoughtful dinner that feels stylish.
I’ve also included everything I used to create this look, so you can recreate it quickly if you want. Most items pictured (excluding food and plants) are from Macy’s—one-stop shopping makes hosting easier. Save 30–50% plus an extra 15% off home and 10% off electronics, furniture, mattresses, and rugs with promo code HOME at checkout on Macys.com. Read on for the full breakdown and simple entertaining ideas.
Looking for a thoughtful hostess gift you can make quickly before heading out to holiday parties? Here are easy DIY hostess gift ideas you can create in no time. The holiday season is one of the busiest times for entertaining, with gatherings and parties almost every week. To make gifting simple and special, I partnered … Read more
Handmade holiday gifts for babies are always a hit. These DIY ideas are perfect for the little ones in your life and make thoughtful, lasting presents. When it comes to gifts, handmade and DIY presents are often the most cherished. A gift someone made themselves feels personal and meaningful, and those items tend to be … Read more
9 (totally doable) ideas for no-cost decorating when you want to refresh a space but don’t want to spend any money. One of the simplest ways to redecorate without spending any money is to shop your home. Check closets, under beds, guest rooms, storage spaces and any forgotten corners. Beyond that, there are plenty of … Read more
Mother’s Day is almost here—it arrived faster than expected—so I decided to host a casual brunch to celebrate. The gathering was simple but special: DIY decorations, sweet treats, and plenty of coffee. I partnered with illy and their X7.1 Sunrise Limited Edition iperEspresso Machines (available in soft pastels like mint green) to make the drinks … Read more
Make homemade lip balm in minutes with just two simple ingredients. It really is that easy.
I recently shared a round-up of budget-friendly Mother’s Day DIYs, and this two-ingredient homemade lip balm is a perfect addition to gift ideas. It’s quick, inexpensive, and makes a thoughtful little present for Mom—or for yourself.
Create flavored, colored lip gloss pots in ten minutes or less with this straightforward tutorial.
P.S. You can use Kool-Aid for both flavor and tint, so these glosses taste as good as they look.
This is my last weekend at home before I leave on a trip next week, so I’ve been quietly working on several DIY projects to publish while I’m away. For a moment I felt proud of finally getting ahead for once — and then I found a DIY spiral staircase. Yes, an actual spiral staircase … Read more
Easing into spring with a backyard refresh focused on plants (one of my absolute favorite things) and gardening, in partnership with Lowe’s. Temperatures are warming up here in Southern California, which means it’s time to return to the backyard and tend the plants. I love this season: it’s not too hot yet and, after winter … Read more
This week felt oddly slow—even with a snow day thrown in—so it’s a relief that Friday is here. If you’re looking for simple, inspiring projects to tackle over the weekend, here are six DIY ideas I’m excited about. Each one is approachable, stylish, and perfect for carving out a little creative time. 1. Graphic Dresser … Read more