With plans to spend a lot more time this summer at our shorehouse, I couldn’t wait to get started on a few simple projects to upgrade our outdoor space. Earlier this year, the backyard of our shorehouse underwent a major overhaul with the construction of a gorgeous brand new deck and the purchase of a…
Category: MY DIY
My Very First Cricut Project! Custom T-Shirts for the Baby Boys
I know I’m not alone in feeling completely intimidated by my Cricut. Before embarking on my first project, my gorgeous teal Cricut Explorer 2 had been sitting in the box since Christmas! Every time I thought about starting a project, I’d find myself going down a YouTube rabbit hole ending with no progress and a…
DIY Holiday Photoshoot
One of my favorite holiday traditions is sending and receiving personalized holiday cards at the end of the year. Not only are personalized cards a great way to show family and friends that you’re thinking of them during the holiday season, but it’s the perfect opportunity to share your newest developments and milestones. We started…
How to Create the Perfect Party Backdrop or Vignette
Whether you’re looking for a cute backdrop for your next party or celebrating a special occasion at home, here are a few tips for creating a perfect party vignette. Truth be told, I was struggling with whether to blog during these difficult times, but realized that as we hunker down for the sake of our…
How to Crochet Simple Winter Accessories for Your Little One
There’s something about babies that always brings me back to crocheting – one of my favorite hobbies. And, with all this time at home and indoors during these chilly winter months, it was only natural that I make a few special pieces for our baby boy. The last few weeks have been a bit of…
Adventure Awaits Baby Shower
Behind every successful event are hours of meticulous planning – from decor to menu to activities. The process for my “Adventure Awaits” baby shower was certainly no exception and I can’t wait to share how beautifully it all came together. Shortly after finding out that we were pregnant, I couldn’t help but begin planning the…
MY DIY |Simple Escort/Place Cards for Your Next Special Event
Your guests and their experience are the most important part of a successful event. Therefore, it should be no surprise that table seating displays and seating cards, which are often the first items your guests are greeted with are critical for setting the tone for a memorable event. At first blush, it may seem a…
Pilea Peperomioides: How to Care For & Propagate Your Pilea
The star of many Instagram and Pinterest posts, the Pilea Peperomioides (aka the Chinese Money Plant or Pancake Plant) has become one of the trendiest houseplants to own and add to your growing plant gang. Thankfully for all of us style & trend enthusiasts who have caught the plant bug and are actively turning our…
Tickled Pink: There’s a Baby Girl on the Way!
I’ll never forget how DCT told me that she and JT were expecting their first, or how overwhelmed with love I felt when I found out my best friend since pre-K was going to have a little girl of her own. Life is truly amazing! As soon as I heard that a little chicki was…
It’s a Suprise! Neutral Crochet Quilt
When JDB and JB announced they were expecting, naturally, the entire family was over the moon about the little one to be and I, immediately began envisioning my next crochet project. After months of nightly crocheting for Baby Olivia and Baby K last winter and spring, I had to take a short hiatus (my hands…
DIY Floral Arrangements: How to make your own gorgeous arrangement for under $40.
So excited to announce that Baby P is finally here! I went to meet the little one last night, but before arriving, I wanted to make something special for SDP who, like all new moms, have been through the ringer and should be reminded of how incredible they truly are. So, I stopped by a local deli on…
Crocheting for the New Baby Boy
When SDP told me she was expecting a little boy, I couldn’t wait to get started on my next crochet project. After reviving my love for crocheting with the set I made for Baby Olivia, I was excited to try more complex patterns, create new items and work with a fresh palette. As expected, after SDP broke…