More posts by Anne Caborn
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The 5 things Mums do NOT need for a great Mothers Day
I've been a mum for nearly 19 years. I know some of you out there have been mums for longer and some of you may be just starting out, but I've seen my share of Mothers Day gifts and I know the greatest ones do not require a credit card. ...
Stories - Causes
Haiti earthquake – Make and Mend help
We’ve all been moved by the terrible tragedy in Haiti. Relief appeals have received swift and unmitigated support. People around the world know that, at times like this, the best thing we can all do is delve in our pockets and ...
Food - View more Food products
In praise of packed lunch
We Make it and Menders love packed lunches! Why do we love them? They're thrifty - a great way to use up leftovers and prepare lovely food at the fraction of the cost of shop bought sandwiches and drinks. They're creative - thinking ...
DIY - View more DIY products
Unblocking a sink
After Christmas comes a number of things... New Year's... back to work... and sometimes, blocked drains. All that festive entertaining (not to mention the odd drop of goose fat) tends to play havoc with your pipes, so here are some simple ...
Stories - Role models
Car and chips – is old oil the new fuel?
Ed Laver, 21, has taken the phrase ‘chips with everything’ to a new level and converted his car to run on used cooking oil, which he collects from local fish and chip shops. Now he plans to market his conversion kits commercially. ...
Stories - Food
Hugh’s Fearnley-Whittingstall’s book and his love of packed lunches
Award winning writer, broadcaster, food campaigner and restaurant owner Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall talks about food, why making his wife’s packed lunch is so important and reveals he was a picky eater as a child. Guess what his ...
Stories - Role models
Doreen – the true spirit of Make it and Mend it
Santa's workshop probably looks a little like Doreen Savage's house. Her home may be situated in Brighton on the English South coast rather than in the North Pole, but every corner is filled with clever gift ideas that have been lovingly ...
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Start your fantastic Make it and Mend it Christmas now!
Unwrap the perfect Christmas, with money saving tips and inspired ideas for food and fun. These ideas plus many more are waiting for you right now. Come on in...
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