My first real attempt? A complete disaster. I just drew what I thought I saw: a big, lumpy gray blob with a tube for a nose. The result was flat and lifeless, like a sad balloon animal. It taught me ...

I’ve spent a good chunk of my career setting up digital workstations, not just for myself but for whole teams of creatives and tech folks. For a long time, most people just rocked the default ...

But here’s the thing: choosing your nails for a wedding isn’t just about picking a pretty color you saw online. It’s about the whole vibe. What’s the venue like? Is it a fancy black-tie affair or a ...

I’ve cleaned more paint brushes than I can count over my long career, and let me tell you, a good brush is a serious investment. It’s not a throwaway tool. A quality brush that’s been properly cared ...

I get it, though. You see those perfect pictures online and your brain just short-circuits. Where do you even begin? The good news is, there’s no big secret. It’s just a set of principles that the ...

After spending more years than I can count working with vintage clothing—everything from sourcing for film sets to helping designers find inspiration—one era comes up more than any other. It’s a ...

I’ve spent more time than I can count in kitchens, both professionally and for my own sanity, and I’ve probably cleaned and repurposed thousands of glass jars. Seriously, thousands. And early on, I ...

I’ve been obsessed with clothes from the 90s for what feels like my entire life. It started as a teenager, digging through dusty thrift store bins for that one perfect flannel. Now, I source authentic ...

I’ve been slinging ink for a long, long time. I’ve seen styles rise and fall, and I’ve watched techniques evolve in ways I never thought possible. But one thing is constant: a tattoo is a permanent ...

Feeling overwhelmed is the common thread I see everywhere. Some closets are bursting at the seams, while others look neat but just don’t work for daily life. So, this isn’t about a quick spring clean.

I’ve spent a long time as a digital designer, focusing on how people actually use the screens in front of them. My world revolves around user interfaces, branding for tech companies, and teaching the ...

These days, you see all sorts of incredible gift sculptures, like towering diaper cakes and adorable washcloth cupcakes. And while those are fantastic, they demand a bit of technique and, more ...