Made from felt and a simple beige dress, this easy DIY hot dog costume creates a bun-like look with a plush “sausage” decorated with ketchup and mustard accents. It’s playful, quick to assemble, and perfect for Halloween, themed parties, or summer events where hot dogs are on the menu. Supplies Needed The foundation for this … Read more

Every Christmas my mom makes hundreds of chocolate peanut butter crispy candies to share with friends, neighbors and anyone who crossed her path that year. It’s become a holiday tradition—small, thoughtful treats that brighten the season for grocery clerks, mail carriers, volunteers and family alike. These no-bake Cocoa Krispies treats are a crowd favorite and … Read more

Welcome to our bold pink-and-green master bathroom. This space completes our main bedroom suite and it feels amazing to have it finished. The bedroom and closet reveal informed much of this design, and this bathroom was an opportunity to introduce a fresh, dramatic color while still tying back to the warm pink and peach tones … Read more

A few months ago we were invited by Disney to join a Disney Cruise as part of Disney Creator Days. We had an absolute blast on the three-night Bahamian itinerary aboard the Disney Dream, and I wanted to share everything we learned so you can make the most of your trip. Our cruise called at … Read more

I love taking a simple snack—like a Twinkie—and transforming it into something playful and unexpected. These Chill Pill Twinkies are a semi-homemade, whimsical treat that’s easy to make and perfect for parties, gifts, or just a fun baking project. They turned out even better than I imagined and are a great example of how a … Read more

We bought this house for the backyard, and after more than two years of planning and work it’s finally usable. Today I’m excited to share our colorful California backyard reveal. We dreamed about this space from day one, but didn’t start construction until this spring. This renovation ended up costing much more than we expected, … Read more

Today I’m sharing a long-requested roundup of my go-to lip colors. For years I hardly wore lipstick — I liked quick makeup routines and hated frequent touch-ups — but a few seasons ago I decided to wear lipstick more often. It turned out to be a small habit with a big confidence boost, and now … Read more

Add easy snowflake macarons to your Christmas cookie platters or winter celebrations this year! Upgrade store-bought macarons—or make them from scratch—with just a stencil and powdered sugar. This simple technique is kid-friendly and requires no piping or advanced decorating skills. Supplies for Snowflake Macarons For these macarons I used a snowflake stencil and powdered sugar. … Read more

I’m excited to join the Real Talk with Real Moms series this year. Each month, several thoughtful moms pick a topic and share their perspective. I’ve read this series for years, even before I became a mom, so it feels a little surreal to contribute now. This month’s topic is playtime and screen time. I’ve … Read more

I’m creatures-of-habit when it comes to breakfast—scrambled eggs and avocado are my go-to every morning. The rest of the family usually opts for cereal, but on Saturdays and special occasions we like to mix things up and make one of our favorite breakfast recipes. These are the tried-and-true dishes we reach for when we want … Read more