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Magnolia Journal
Let’s go to the Pool! | A product story about poolside accessories in the summer 2024 issue.
Behold the State Fair | A look at one of America’s favorite pastimes from various perspectives in the fall 2023 issue.
Room for More: An ornament tradition with stories to tell | An interview with Chip Gaines’ mom about her annual Christmas tree tradition in the winter 2023 issue.
Magnolia Post | An overview of things to see, do, eat, and shop while visiting the Silos in the summer 2023 issue.
Sunnie Days | A product story about sunglasses in the summer 2023 issue.
Always Room For Pie | A round-up of pie recipes in the 2023 special holiday issue.
Miss Peggy Tonnema | The inspiring story of a beloved elementary school crossing guard in the summer 2023 issue.
Magnolia
Six Affordable Ways to Add Character to Your Home | Six ways to add character to your space inspired by Joanna Gaine’s Mini Reni series—no demo day required.
Tips for Styling Shelves | How to style open shelves that look collected and cohesive, not cluttered or chaotic.
Joanna Gaines’ Mini Reni 02: Breakfast Nook | An inside look at the design and products behind the Breakfast Nook in Joanna Gaines’ second Mini Renovation.
Waco City Guide | What to do, eat, drink, and see while visiting Waco, Texas.
Now Serving: Comfort and Nostalgia | The kind of food article you shouldn’t read when you’re hungry: What’s on the menu at Magnolia in Waco for winter.
The Story Behind Katy Ballpark at the Silos | A look at the history behind the Wiffle ball field at the Silos.
Open Invitation: A Guide to Hosting an Intentional Thanksgiving | A Thanksgiving hosting guide highlighting Magnolia’s fall collection.
Solly Baby
12 Easy Postpartum Recipes | This post has drove an additional 5k organic visitors to our website each month since it was published.
The Solly Difference | From the buttery-soft fabric to our one-of-a-kind community, a look at why every parent should make Solly Baby part of their support system.
Round-Up: 8 Zero-Effort Breastfeeding-Friendly Matching Sets | Postpartum dressing is hard, so I rounded up our favorite matching sets to make it easier.
7 Practical Ways To Support Breastfeeding Moms | In honor of National Breastfeeding Month, a guide to supporting moms while they feed their babies.
Best Baby Shower Gifts for a New Mom | A guide to shopping for your expecting sister/bestie/coworker/neighbor
The Benefits of Babywearing | Why it’s good for baby and caretakers.
Six Things I Didn’t Register for, But Use Daily | Putting together a baby registry as a first-time parent is trial-and-error at its finest. Here are some products not to miss.
Artifact Uprising
An Inside Look at The Wedding Guest Book | A closer look at one of Artifact’s new products.
Food52
The School-Week Laundry Hack That Finally Ended My Morning Chaos | Because every parent needs one less decision to make before 8 am.
International Justice Mission
Thai Government’s Vision Renews Stateless Minorities’ Hopes | An op-ed piece in one of Thailand’s largest newspapers that leveraged the national media attention of the Thai soccer team that got stuck in the cave to highlight the problem of statelessness in Thailand.
From Homeless to Hopeful | The story of Pee, an International Justice Mission client.
Others
Park Weddings: Six Things To Consider | A piece for Washington State Parks that shares considerations for getting married at a state park based on my own experience.
Sharing the Story of Alaska Seafood From Catch to Code to Consumers | A marketing case study for the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute.
Friday Favorites: Issue 5 | A look at local businesses and organizations innovating through the Covid-19 pandemic.