Worth Making

Cheer season is officially here! My daughter is heading off to middle school cheer camp, and I wanted to send the girls with a little something to kick off the season. This year's team chose a plain backpack because it matches the high school cheer bags—a smart decision since they'll be able to use them for years (and let's be honest...cheer is expensive!). The plain backpacks were practical, but they could use a little personality, so I thought custom team bandanas would be the perfect addition. When I started shopping around, I found similar custom bandanas selling for   $10–15 each . With 22 girls on the team, that would have cost well over $200. I knew I could make something just as cute for a fraction of the price—and I was right. For less than   $3 per bandana , I created personalized gifts that looked professionally made, matched our team colors perfectly, and added a fun touch to each girl's backpack. Project Cost Bandana: Less than $1.00 each Glitter HTV: Appro...

Need cheer bows but don’t want to keep ordering (or waiting on team orders)? Here’s exactly what you need to make your own cheer bows at home—using simple supplies you can have delivered right to your door. Whether you’re making bows for spirit days, team gifts, or competitions, this is the easy, no-stress setup that actually works. 🎀 The Cheer Bow Starter Kit (Must-Have Supplies) If you’re starting from scratch, these are the core items you actually need to make a cheer bow. You can find them all easily at my Amazon Storefront here or individually, below.  🎀 Grosgrain Ribbon (The Base of Every Bow) This is what gives your bow structure and shape. I like ordering ribbon in bulk so I always have team colors ready to go. 👉 https://amzn.to/4bT68W0 ✨ Rhinestones (For That Cheer Sparkle) If you want your bows to stand out, this is it. You can keep it simple or go all out depending on the look you want. 👉 https://amzn.to/3O0aFNi 🎀 Hair Elastics (Strong + Secure Hold) These attach...

Let’s be honest—meal kits are supposed to save time… but somehow I’m still standing at the counter chopping for 30–45 minutes. If that sounds familiar, this is exactly what changed things for me. Instead of running back and forth across the kitchen grabbing oil, salt, butter, and whatever else I forgot—I created a one-stop prep setup that keeps everything I need right in front of me. And it has made a huge difference. Why this setup actually works This isn’t about having fancy kitchen tools—it’s about removing friction. When everything you need is in one place: You stop searching for things You stop walking back and forth You stay focused on cooking 👉 And dinner gets done way faster My One-Stop Prep Tray Setup Here’s exactly what lives on my tray (and why I’ll never go back): 🫒 Olive Oil Glass Dispenser 👉   https://amzn.to/4bRsuHB This is a   must . No more unscrewing lids or over-pouring. Just grab and drizzle. It’s faster, cleaner, and honestly makes cook...

There is something so satisfying about finding a furniture piece that looks good, works hard, and shows up at your doorstep without turning into a huge shopping project. As we’ve worked on making our home feel more pulled together, cozy, and functional, I’ve found myself coming back to the same kind of pieces over and over again: furniture that is easy to order, affordable for the look, and actually useful in real life . These are five of my favorite Amazon furniture finds that helped shape some of the spaces in our home. Each one brought something a little different — extra seating, storage, style, or that finishing touch that made a room feel complete. If you’re trying to furnish a space without spending hours shopping in person, these are the kinds of pieces that make home decorating feel much more doable. 1. Martha Stewart London Swivel Chair Shop the Martha Stewart London Swivel Chair A good accent chair can completely change the feel of a room, and this one did exactly that for u...

We love meal kits like HelloFresh. They make weeknight dinners easier, introduce us to new recipes, and eliminate the dreaded “what’s for dinner?” question. But if we’re being honest… the “time to cook” estimate is sometimes optimistic for those of us who are not professional chefs. Between zesting lemons, chopping herbs, separating ingredients, and browning meat just right, the prep work can slow things down fast. Over time we’ve found a few simple kitchen tools that make meal kit prep dramatically easier and faster . None of them are fancy chef gadgets — just practical tools that help us move through recipes without frustration. Best of all, every one of these items was delivered straight to our door and has become part of our regular kitchen routine. Here are our favorites. Our Favorite Meal Kit Prep Tools Microplane Zester If you cook meal kits regularly, you know how often recipes call for citrus zest or finely grated garlic . A microplane makes this incredibly easy. T...

Closets can spiral quickly. Between seasonal clothes, growing kids, uniforms, workout gear, and everyday life — it doesn’t take much for a “functional” closet to turn into a pile of frustration. And when you’re renting? Permanent upgrades aren’t an option. The good news: you don’t need custom built-ins or a full renovation to make your closet work better. These are our five favorite closet organization items that: ✔ Require no drilling ✔ Leave no damage ✔ Work perfectly in rentals ✔ Move with you ✔ Show up right at your doorstep Simple upgrades. Big impact. 1. Clear Shelf Dividers If you have long closet shelves, you know the struggle. Stacks of sweaters turn into one big leaning tower by midweek. Clear shelf dividers changed everything. They slide directly onto your existing shelf and instantly create separate sections so stacks actually stay stacked. Why we love them: Keep sweaters, jeans, and bags neatly separated Prevent piles from toppling over Clear acrylic keeps everything looki...

  If you have a cheerleader in the house, you already know: bows are part of the uniform. Between practices, competitions, school colors, and team spirit days, it feels like we’re always reaching for another one. Instead of constantly buying new bows, we decided to start making some ourselves. The best part? The supplies are simple, affordable, and delivered straight to our door . Once we had the basics, making cheer bows turned into a quick project we could do together — and now we can create bows for any team, color, or event.

There’s something special about traditions — especially the small ones that grow over time. A few months ago, I started hosting a simple monthly coffee gathering with a group of women in my community. Nothing fancy. Just coffee, conversation, and a chance to slow down for a couple hours. But I wanted to make it feel memorable. So I started a charm bracelet tradition. Each month, I pick a theme for our coffee date and order a charm that matches it. Anyone who comes gets that month’s charm to add to their bracelet. Over time, the bracelet tells the story of every gathering — seasons, holidays, little moments we’ve shared together. And honestly? It’s become one of my favorite parts of hosting. How the Monthly Charm Tradition Works It’s super simple (which is exactly why it’s stuck): • Everyone starts with a basic charm bracelet • Each month has a fun theme (fall, friendship, self-care, holidays, etc.) • I order coordinating charms ahead of time (Amazon makes this ridiculously easy) • Gues...