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Holiday Gift Idea: Magnets
Are you still looking for holiday gift ideas?This year we used Social Print Studio to make refrigerator magnets for our family using family pictures that Matt took. We ordered the smaller ones and were happy with how they turned out. I highly recommend them!(If you are looking for a less expensive, DIY version, I’ve also made magnets like this before and liked the results…) -
DIY Zippered Pouches (and Thoughts on Being Instead of Doing)
This year I decided to make presents for my closest colleagues. I used to be that kind of person, but motherhood kind of erased it from my muscle memory.I had to make 11 in all, so I wanted something that was manageable.I decided on this zippered pouch. I find that “Batch Processing” helps a lot. I cut all the fabric at the same time, ironed everything at the same time, sewed on all the zippers, etc. The process of only focusing on one thing at a time makes the process more efficient.In retrospect, I should not take on a project like this in October/November. It’s a… Read More -
Magnolia Makers Market
Our school is organizing a makers market this year. I’m so excited! Our young Entrepreneurs for Change will donate a portion of their profits to the non-profit organization of their choice.Henry is making keychains. It’s been a fun lesson in micro-loans, comparing the prices of materials in order to find the most inexpensive options, planning our your time, etc.If you’re in Austin, you should stop by and see us! You can get your free tickets below…
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