This DIY project came together completely by chance. While browsing World Market, I spotted these colorful mini take-out boxes and immediately thought, “Advent calendar!” After spending a little time choosing the colors (decisions were the hardest part), I put together a simple, cheerful advent calendar. Fill each box with candy, small gifts, or little notes … Read more

I meant to share this for a while! I documented the process in my Instagram stories when I made a custom birthday candle using a cookie cutter for Arlo’s first birthday. Many asked for a full tutorial, so here it is. This method is surprisingly simple, uses basic supplies, and can be adapted to any … Read more

I’ve wanted to try splatter-paint balloons for about a year, and this week I finally made it happen. I gathered some balloons I had on hand, picked up gold craft paint, laid a tarp over the deck and went for it. Later, we drove to the iconic giant pink wall at the Paul Smith store … Read more

Add a playful touch to your Valentine’s Day festivities with Valentine’s Day Bingo. This simple, cheerful game is perfect for classroom parties, Galentine’s gatherings, or family get-togethers. Just print the free bingo sheets and let everyone join the fun. Players of any age fill in a bingo card and receive a small prize when they … Read more

It’s finally here—welcome to Studio DIY™, a fresh, comprehensive resource for handmade and DIY events. Whether you’re planning a wedding, birthday, baby shower, bridal shower, holiday gathering, or any other celebration, Studio DIY is designed to inspire and guide you every step of the way. Studio DIY features a wide variety of real handcrafted events … Read more

Have you ever tried pressing flowers? It’s a lovely way to preserve blooms from a special event so you can enjoy the memory long after the bouquet has faded. In this guide I’ll show you how to press flowers quickly in the microwave—often in under two minutes—then turn them into keepsake frames to gift or … Read more

Confetti suits almost every celebration, so we always keep plenty on hand. With New Year’s Eve approaching, here’s an updated, SEO-friendly guide to the best types of confetti, how to use them, and ideas for DIY projects and decorations. If confetti isn’t part of your holiday plans yet, it should be! Confetti comes in countless … Read more

Besides rugs, baskets are one of my favorite home finds. They’re versatile, attractive, and practical—serving as storage and decor at the same time. Around our house we use baskets for toys, toilet paper, bath items, linens, pens and more. They also function beyond storage as bags, trash cans, hampers, bowls and planters, making them one … Read more

Sometimes—okay, most of the time—when I make a piñata I fall too in love with it to smash it. I know that’s the point, but often I get attached and it ends up sitting in my living room for months (case in point: the giant gold heart). Fortunately, I discovered a perfect compromise: the Piñata … Read more

Sticking with a Palm Springs vibe, we added an easy DIY lawn flamingo costume to the lineup — silver leggings and all. Samantha had the great idea to make the flamingo head a baseball cap, which I love. We also made a mini cactus costume for the little one to complete the duo. Lawn Flamingo … Read more