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Make It Do
http://makeitdo.wordpress.com
You never know what life will bring you, and lately it’s giving a lot of us lemons. “Make it Do” is about turning lemons into lemonade.
I aim to borrow some old wisdom, and throw in a bit my own creativity to make life sweeter. I explore how happiness can come from simple things, and how good old fashioned hard work and resourcefulness might just be making a welcome comeback….
- Added on: Jun 2nd, 2009
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Author: callimakesdo
- Listed in: Crafts Home and Garden
- Tags: sewing wisdom crafting frugal living parenthood simplicity
Recent Posts
Make it Do Gift Idea: Embellishing Gloves
Here’s perfect gift idea for the kids in your life. They’re even great for grownups, too. These gloves can be purchased just about anywhere… the grocery store, Walmart, Target, even at JoAnns. And they usually cost around a $...
Crystal Snowflakes
I think I must have snowflakes on the brain. It’s finally snowing here, which makes it feel like Christmas. I love the snow! I love playing in it and I love being cozy in my house when it’s snowing outside. A good storm makes me ...
A Step Back in Time
This past weekend our family visited A Step Back in Time Nativity in Alpine, Utah. Amid the hustle and bustle of the season, we always look forward to this tradition. We had to bundle up and brave the bitter cold of the evening. But, despite f...
Orange Glazed Poppy Seed Bread
Here’s a quick and easy gift idea for neighbors or co-workers. It’s Orange Glazed Poppy Seed Bread. I received this bread as a gift from a co-worker about 10 years ago… and looooved it. I think I actually begged for the recip...
A Highly Effective Elf
Last Christmas our family received a wonderful gift from a friend. It was called The Elf on the Shelf. And it was an instant sensation at our home. After a short debate, the little red elf who came in the box was named Ralphie. (With a nod to ...
How to Make Hand Cut Snowflakes
When my parents-in-law were newly married and both in school, they faced decorating their Christmas tree with no money to buy ornaments. The solution came from what they, as young students had in abundance… white typewriter paper. They folde...
