Agate Coasters DIY

It's officially Fall now, so we need to start talking about holiday gifts.
I know you may not be ready for this, but it's time.

Flannel Mountain Hand Warmer DIY

The mountains make me happy.

INKtober

My favorite self-portrait, inspired by INKtober.

"Be Nice or Leave" Cross Stitch Sign DIY

During the last few weeks working as a librarian before summer vacation, I became desperate for lesson plans that would entertain my restless students.

Vintage Jewelry Box Terrarium DIY

This DIY project stemmed from those vintage shopping moments of,

"Oooh! This item is fantastic except for (fill in the blank with some unsightly detail)."

Jonathan Adler Inspired Ring Dish DIY

My beautiful friends Shuchi and Kyle invited me to their Indian wedding, and I could not be more excited about it.

(updated) Book Safe DIY

Waaaaaay back in 2012 when I originally dreamed up this blog, Secret Book Safe DIY was one of my very first tutorials.

Carved Stamp Mountain Range Towel DIY

“It's the sides of the mountain which sustain life, not the top. Here's where things grow…but of course, without the top you can't have any sides. It's the top that defines the sides.” 

― Robert M. Pirsig, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance

Denver Gem & Mineral Show

This is my rock haul.

Monogram Pot Holder DIY

Recently, I spent an afternoon exploring the gorgeous Denver Botanic Gardens with my neighbor and instantly fell in love with the place.  

Desk Zen Garden DIY

Scrabble Tile Coasters DIY

Let's make some Scrabble tile-inspired coasters today.

DIY Himalayan Salt Lamp

I very much want a Himalayan salt lamp. 

When I spot these pink beauties in the natural grocery store or on the shelves of local gifts shops, I'm always drawn in.  

Faux Geode Knob DIY

Why, Hello there. It has been a minute, hasn’t it?  More like… an entire year!

Wooden Heart Cookie DIY

Do you ever gawk in amazement at those Youtube videos with someone decorating an impeccable, completely perfect cookie and think to yourself, "How sad that someone's just going to eat that now and it will be gone forever."

If so, then this tutorial might be for you.

Donut Sticker DIY

Mmmmm...donuts...

Book Inspired Baby Blocks DIY

"Even the smallest of things that you do

blossom and multiply far beyond you."

- Nancy Tillman

Coffee/Tea Cart

The good news about living in a rental: I'm free to change my mind and run away into the night any time I'd like.

The bad news: limited design opportunities, itty bitty living space, and So. Much. Beige.

The Easiest Mercury Glass DIY Ever

I know what you're thinking: the world needs another Mercury Glass tutorial like you need a thumbtack in your foot, but this is seriously the easiest - I promise.

Everyday Decorating with Post-Holiday Clearance

I look forward to Post-Holiday Shopping the way most kids anxiously await Christmas morning.  

Like - I write wishlists and have trouble falling asleep the night before.