Being a "maker" feels like it has fewer restrictions. Maybe it appeals to me because I dabble in so many areas that I can't really tie myself down to a single category. I make books, collages, paper crafts, mail art, crocheted blankets, etc.--I'm a maker!
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I tend to think of "making" even MORE broadly. After first encountering Kate's project, I made a list of everything I made the very next day, and this is what "counted" for me that day in November:
What did I make today?
- I made a bathroom vanity shine.
- I made a new blog post.
- I made new online connections by joining a Facebook group I just discovered.
- I made my daughter's bed fresh with clean sheets and blankets.
- I made a pile of laundered clothing.
- I made a delicious dinner for my husband from a recipe we both enjoy.
- I made a safe and cozy home for our new rescued kitten.
- I made the startling discovery that my daughters will eat green peas without complaint when every other vegetable causes one or the other to whine pitifully (and I don't even like peas myself!).
- I made a smoothie for my lunch and a percolator full of coffee to enjoy.
- I made an appointment to attend two upcoming art/craft workshops at the library.
- I made a loaf of chocolate chip banana bread.
- I made additional preparations for my daughter's upcoming birthday party.
- I made it on time to drop off and pick up my girls from school.
- I made my bed.
- I made my daughters laugh by being silly.
- I made my daughters think by reading our daily devotion and praying with them.
- I made notes for my adult Sunday school class.
- I made oatmeal granola for breakfast.
- I made a list of things I made today.
That's all in one day, folks! That's a lot of making, when I'm willing to define it broadly.
In that spirit, I am launching my own personal Make It/365! project for 2017. I am in the process of brainstorming 365 things to make throughout the year. (Help a girl out: I'm only in the 200s! I need some more ideas!)
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Please join me in being intentional about setting aside 2017 as a year for MAKING! Let's use our hands and the other creative tools at our disposal to bring beauty, life, and imagination into our world. I will include you in my journey, and I hope you will include me in yours in return!
Happy New Year!
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5 comments:
I read your list and here are a few things you could add.. Make... herb vinegar, infused olive oil, a bath bomb, greeting card or postcard, pie or cake, homemade salad dressing, a calendar with birthdays on it, lunch date, artist date (museum etc), a trip to an arboretum, trip to a movie, homemade herbal tea, Bruschetta or crostini, earrings, mimosa or margarita, pesto, a new memory with an old friend, an inspiration board, tea or coffee dyed paper or fabric, a cheese ball, an afternoon drive, a donation of time to a worthy cause, a trip on a train, a trip to a new cafe, a trip to volunteer, a promise, photo collage, a fancy table setting, a floral arrangement with fresh flowers, a painted mason jar to use as a vase, a fancy coffee drink, DIY toothpaste, mulled cider, donuts, cupcakes, fruit salad, smoothies, milkshakes, popsicles, a windowsill herb garden, pancakes, a prayer flag, a centerpiece, candle, an unexpected note to someone, a sundae bar, tacos, fresh french fries, wind chime, a painted flower pot, perfume, a Christmas ornament, a casserole for a busy friend, a basket, chocolate covered strawberries, peanut butter cups, macrame wall hanging, crocheted scrubbies, Halloween costume, a trip to the ocean or pool, a picnic, a date for a concert or music event, tickets for free babysitting, a trip to a library, homemade pasta, a new playlist... I hope I didn't repeat any of the ones you listed.... hope this helps a bit. Good Luck!
Wow that is quite the list Andria! Can't think of any more - I, on the other hand, have a pretty short list besides my regular art date. I want to make a proper bound book (it's not like I haven't watched enough videos on how to do lol) and to teach an art class (which is going to be a reality hopefully in May at our local art center....All the best for 2017 - I will be checking back to see how you do (p.s. I am trying to blog more so you will me more active there....) hugs. J (oh, add Make mail art to swap with Jewels - how about that LOL)
I love how you broadened the "making" term. So often I feel I'm neglecting what little "art" I do -- but I'm making every day! You gave a whole new appreciation for the way a woman makes life good for herself and everyone she touches!! Just continue to make time for the artful, creative "makings" you do so well!
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