Make: Perfect Pair Engagement Gift

Posted by magpie
On June 11, 2016

Message from Maggie: My friend Lindsay’s engagement party is this weekend. Using the idea of “Perfect Pairs” I brainstormed items that go together or come in twos, which was inspired by the most perfect pair of all- Lindsay and Elliott. Since Lindsay is also a dietitian and works in the food world with me I kept […]

Must Have: Prepping + Packing for a Music Festival

Posted by magpie
On June 7, 2016

Message from Maggie: I attended a music festival this weekend with my best friend Lindsey in Cincinnati, Ohio. It seems the festival scene is growing and nearly every city now claims its own. Here are my tips and a checklist on prepping and packing for a successful + fun music festival. Dress: Layers: These festivals […]

Make: DIY Emoji Slip On Shoes

Posted by magpie
On May 29, 2016

Message from Maggie: I saw this cute tutorial on Studio DIY and decided to give it a whirl myself. Check out my play on their idea here. What you need: Slip on shoes (Note: I found these at Target) Patches (Note: I found these on Etsy (here and here)!) Glue Clothespins Toothpick + Paper Plate/Scrap […]

Make: Shining Copper Pipes

Posted by magpie
On May 22, 2016

Message from Maggie: These copper pipes are a cool feature in our stairwell. However, they were a little worse for wear when we moved in. I finally decided to give them a shine- and can’t believe the results. Instructions: Cut a lemon in a half. Pour coarse salt on it. Scrub placing salted lemon side […]

Make: Occassion Banners

Posted by magpie
On May 1, 2016

Message from Maggie: I am getting to be a banner specialist. I create them for bachelorettes and showers often. Here are some tips. What you need: Burlap I used to buy yards of burlap and cut the flags before pinning them onto a large ribbon. Given the trend is growing, you can buy the burlap […]

Make: Bridal Shower Invitations

Posted by magpie
On March 12, 2016

Message from Maggie: I am hosting a wedding shower for a friend next month. I created these custom invitations for under $10. Recommendations: Create a Canva account on canva.com. Begin creating a design by clicking the invitation icon. Using the layouts on the left choose the one that suits your needs. Make edits to personalize […]