Hi, I'm Amanda!

I'm a former elementary art teacher of 9 years turned stay-at-home mom of three, and the creative mind behind Make It Homegrown.

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I believe in making things from scratch, finding the beauty in the simple things, and doing more with less. I'm a big believer in a good budget-friendly DIY—you should see what I can do with a cardboard box!

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I believe childhood should feel a little bit magical.

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I'm all about adding whimsy and wonder to ordinary days, creating memories instead of chasing perfection, and giving kids plenty of opportunities to get messy, make things, use their imaginations, and just be kids.

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And I believe some of the best days are spent outside.

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Give me muddy footprints, dirt under our fingernails, fresh air, and a backyard full of little adventures any day. Nature is one of the best teachers there is.

Here at Make It Homegrown, I share the things I'm actually doing and loving in our home—from tried-and-true recipes and budget-friendly hacks to kids' activities, creative inspiration, simple homemaking ideas, DIY projects, and all the little things that make family life feel more meaningful.

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You'll find plenty of imperfect, real-life motherhood here, too. The messes. The projects that don't go quite as planned. The dinners made from whatever we have in the fridge. The cardboard boxes that somehow become castles, art studios, or whatever my kids dreamed up that day.

Most importantly, I'm a Christian, and my faith is at the heart of everything I do. I want to create a home that is rooted in faith, creativity, wonder, and gratitude, and I'll share that part of my life here, too.

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Make It Homegrown is about creating a beautiful childhood, a meaningful home, and a life rooted in the things that matter most.

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I'm so glad you're here. 🤎

— Amanda