Appetizers are my favorite. They’re easy to make, serve, and most of all… EAT! In the midst of all the holiday festivities, I thought I’d share one of my latest guides at Fix.com. This one is all about cheap DIY appetizer ideas, from stuffed mini peppers (yum) to tortellini skewers (yes, please). Need a recommendation? The …
The beauty about botanical elements is that it will never go out of style. Year and year, it’s at the forefront of design, crafts, and everything in between. To top it off, there’s something so comforting about plant life. It doesn’t even matter if you don’t have a green thumb; incorporating it into your projects …
Now that December is here, it’s time for festive crafts and holiday projects. And since I’m constantly scouring the web for crafty inspiration, it seemed appropriate to start the weekend with another batch of ideas. BUY: (Above) Charmed Suede Tote, $148 (Free People) DIY: Put your old earrings, brooches, chain scraps, and pendants to good use …
Somewhere along the line, pom poms took over the design world. Specifically, I’ve seen pom pom key chains absolutely everywhere, from Forever 21 to Barneys New York. Of course, I couldn’t help but set out to make my own…. with studs. Naturally. My latest project at Darice is a studded fur pom pom key chain …
I’m always on the lookout for awesome smoothie recipes and inspiration. I mean, as someone who went to college and grad school for Nutrition & Dietetics, I’ve learned all about the ways fruits and veggies can help your body on the molecular level. Don’t worry, though—I won’t bore you with the crazy scientific details. I’m all …
In 2010, this blog started out as a DIY fashion blog that channeled inspiration from designer items. As time went on, I began to share my love for everything DIY – not just fashion projects. Yet, I’m all for kicking it “old school” and replicating designer projects on the cheap. For my newest project at …
When you’re obsessed with non-traditional decor/projects/everything, the most unconventional elements make the best projects. And when you’re obsessed with Halloween, those little plastic skulls can come in handy all year round. So why not merge the two? These mini studded skull ornaments might be a bit much for some, but I adore them. And while I used turquoise …
Long-time followers will know that I’m all about music and shows. It’s always been a huge part of my life. Many of the people closest to me are musicians; I love the DIY nature of the underground rock and punk scene. So when it came time for the next round of Crafty with Canon, I didn’t hesitate to …
The holiday season is enough to make any crafty lady (and foodie) go insane… in a good way. I’ve been swamped with so many awesome holiday and winter DIY ideas—I’ve got lists for days. And while I know it would be impractical to make every single one, the most I can do is share some crafty inspiration. …
From incense and potpourri to candles and wax melts, I’m all about filling my home with amazing scents. Not only do I find it relaxing, but it makes me feel so much more comfortable in my own space. When it comes to incense, I usually go with the stick version. But when I recently picked up …
As I sat down to share this project, I suddenly had a realization. All of my (rare) cutesy, quirky projects are related to food. Always. Can you blame a girl? Everything seems 10000x more awesome when there’s food involved. I like my projects like I like my puns… food related. Recently, I made these hilariously …
