You loved the koosh ball shoes so much that it sparked a full-on return to a childhood favorite: Koosh balls. After wearing those shoes endlessly, we got nostalgic and decided to bring that playful energy into the home—enter koosh ball pillows. These cushions combine the tactile charm of the classic toy with a grown-up, iridescent … Read more

Every year we make popsicle stick Christmas ornaments, and it has become one of our favorite family traditions. Grandparents receive a handmade ornament featuring our son so we can mark each year as he grows. This year we created popsicle stick storefront ornaments — a playful, customizable project that’s perfect for gifting. What makes the … Read more

This post is sponsored by Bing. When planning an event, I like to include one standout element that makes guests say “WOW!” It can be a subtle surprise or a bold statement piece. For our Meet/Make/Do event, we went big: a giant custom monogrammed beach ball. It made a huge impact, and since summer is … Read more

Is it a dessert or a drink? Either way, it’s bright pink and irresistibly fun. Today’s recipe is for neon Italian cream sodas—and the vivid color comes from natural ingredients, not artificial dyes. Neon Italian Cream Sodas Prep Time5 minutes mins Cook Time10 minutes mins Total Time15 minutes mins Servings: 8 -10 Sodas Ingredients For … Read more

We promised more stationery, and we’re excited to deliver. Each month we’ll collaborate with a favorite designer or stationer to create free printable stationery for you. Sometimes it will be cards, sometimes postcards — whatever the format, you can print them at home and keep the snail-mail love alive. To kick off the series we … Read more

No design or renovation runs perfectly—mistakes happen. Sometimes they’re small and easy to fix, like ordering the wrong faucet. Other times they’re expensive and time-consuming, like painting all of your cabinets a color you hate. After completing a full home renovation, we’ve made plenty of both kinds of mistakes. Here are the most costly ones … Read more

Welcome to Toddler Camp — a collection of themed, everyday activities to keep your toddler engaged at home. Below are ideas for a Shapes Day packed with hands-on learning, sensory play, crafts and games to help little ones identify and practice shapes. Shapes are a core concept for toddlers between ages two and three. Because … Read more

Choosing a baby name is a meaningful decision and can feel overwhelming when everyone around you has an opinion. If you’re searching for inspiration, this list of last names that work beautifully as first names for boys offers familiar yet distinctive options. Many of these choices are also gender-neutral and could suit any child. If … Read more

On our first family trip I packed a handful of quiet, high-engagement activities for Arlo into a small bag. It was so handy to pull out when we needed a distraction: he could pick whatever caught his eye in the moment and stay entertained. We call it our “busy clutch,” and it’s become a constant … Read more

These sweet heart tassel charms were born when I had to wait four hours at the new studio for the gas to be turned on — no internet, no furniture, and nothing to do. I rummaged through my car, found the supplies I needed, and made these on the spot. They’re quick and simple to … Read more