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Tired of looking at the same four walls? Here are 7 easy and affordable ways to update the family room

by Christina Refford | Art + Decor, Tips + Tricks

I’ve been searching for easy ways to update the family room in my house lately. And I know it’s not just me! With so many of us working remotely and spending more time in our homes than we would haveve in pre-pandemic days, it’s no wonder that...

11 creative painting projects for kids who need something new. Get out the brushes! Or…bubble wrap?

by Kate Etue | DIY

We admit that sometimes we avoid the really fun painting and craft projects that include supplies other than the box of nice, neat, perfectly sharpened colored pencils we know will minimize cleanup time. (The glitter glue, that’s a whole other story.) But then...

Easy DIY ornaments for kids: 9 terrific ideas for turning those plain ornaments into something special

by Christina Refford | DIY, Holiday Picks

I have had such a great time this week looking for ideas for DIY ornaments for the kids. After all, one of my favorite parts about decorating for the holidays is seeing the Christmas tree ornaments my kids have made over the years and hey, we’re always open to...

17 super cool Easter egg decorating ideas that are all about the color.

by Liz Gumbinner | DIY

Every year, my family looks for cool ways to decorate Easter eggs that doesn’t require crafting skills far beyond what I have myself — which is not much. That said, my kids adore the tradition and love experimenting with new ways to play around with...

Paint inspiration for 4 cool DIY home decor projects. Color nerds, we have you covered.

by PJ Feinstein | DIY

Where do you go for design inspiration now that the Pinterest feed changes have totally screwed up your experience? If you’re looking for paint inspiration to freshen up your home decor, you need to visit the blog of Colorhouse Paint, a brand that’s a...

More than 40 ideas for the coolest black and white nursery

by Esther Chen | Art + Decor

What’s black and white and chic all over? Your baby’s future nursery, of course! If you’re looking for something other than the traditional blues, pinks and yellows, we’ve got you covered. I’m a huge fan of this gender-neutral nursery...

DIY brings all the birds to the yard

by Julie | DIY

It hasn’t yet snowed here in Colorado, but it’s only a matter of time before the flurries fly and the birds are scrambling for food. Because I love to craft pretty things that are also useful, I’ve been looking for DIY bird feeders. I’m so...

5 edible finger paint recipes for artists who find their work delicious

by Christina Refford | DIY

My nephew isn’t quite a year old yet, but his artistic parents sense that he is ready to express himself through finger paints–probably because of the messes he makes when left alone with a bowl of cereal. And while real paint isn’t a great idea for...

Custom peg dolls that become fun, modern family portraits. Bonus: you don’t have to pose on a chaise lounge.

by Kate Etue | Art + Decor

Family portraits have come a long way since mom was draped across the chaise lounge, dad stood stoically behind, and the kids and cat were perched stiffly around them. I’m not sure when this was ever a good idea, but I’m thrilled that artists these days...

Easy chalkboard paint DIY projects you can do this spring. Then erase, and do again.

by Kate Etue | DIY

Chalkboard paint is a big trend that we’re seeing everywhere lately. We love that it help you customize all kinds of things with a fun vintage flair. So I’ve been searching for the coolest easy chalkboard paint craft projects that I can DIY with my kids...