<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[MaMiZo Designs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crafting Connections, Inspiring Learning]]></description><link>https://www.mamizodesigns.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:10:15 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.mamizodesigns.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Turning One is a Blast: A DIY Space-Themed Cornhole Game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Let’s be real: a first birthday party is rarely just about the baby. It’s a milestone for the parents, a celebration of surviving the first year of sleepless nights, diaper blowouts, and the steep learning curve of "how do I keep this tiny human alive?" When my son’s first birthday approached, I wanted everything to be perfect. I had a vision of a space-themed bash that was Pinterest worthy and full of handcrafted charm. But with that vision came a mountain of stress. I tried to delegate some...]]></description><link>https://www.mamizodesigns.com/post/turning-one-is-a-blast-a-diy-space-themed-cornhole-game</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698407d3889819a51f0b4672</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 23:48:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58091c_acdafa88317f42d19d83ffa5a9ff9c00~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Zoe Marini</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ DIY Playdough Recipe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Making homemade playdough is a classic for a reason—it's surprisingly satisfying to get the texture just right. Here is the recipe from the image, formatted so it's easy to follow while you're elbow-deep in flour. This recipe is "taste-safe" and designed to be long-lasting... Like almost a year in an air tight container Ingredients: 1 cup flour 1/2 cup table salt 2 tbsp cream of tartar 1 tbsp oil 1 cup boiling water Food colouring Instructions: Mix Dry Goods: In a bowl, combine the flour,...]]></description><link>https://www.mamizodesigns.com/post/diy-playdough-recipe</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69840c669b806d1e11041770</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 03:28:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58091c_dfed726932a647fda8fae9f3f357ef57~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Zoe Marini</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creating a Spooky Crochet Granny Square Cardigan with Witches, Eyes, Pumpkins, and Cats]]></title><description><![CDATA[Halloween is the perfect time to bring out handmade creations that capture the spirit of the season. As a passionate crafter, I wanted to design a crochet project that combines classic Halloween motifs with the charm of granny squares. The result is a cozy cardigan featuring witches, eyes, pumpkins, and cats—each square telling its own spooky story. If you enjoy crochet and want to add a unique, festive piece to your wardrobe, this project might inspire your next handmade adventure. Choosing...]]></description><link>https://www.mamizodesigns.com/post/creating-a-spooky-crochet-granny-square-cardigan-with-witches-eyes-pumpkins-and-cats</link><guid isPermaLink="false">699e3f748f4f3ef74a9ccda6</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:25:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58091c_fca9caab7fb8499494f8260b7027aeaa~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_864,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Zoe Marini</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Kindergartener to Teacher: My Journey of Discovery in Rural NSW]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting school in a small rural town in New South Wales was nothing like what I had imagined education to be. My kindergarten class had just seven students , and the entire school population was fourteen . We were all packed into one cozy, sunlit classroom, its windows looking straight out onto the main highway. Cars would pass by throughout the day, a quiet reminder that the wider world existed beyond our tiny school gates. Despite its size, the school sat on extensive grounds , especially...]]></description><link>https://www.mamizodesigns.com/post/from-kindergartener-to-teacher-my-journey-of-discovery-in-rural-nsw</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69801254423a54390b9608a7</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 22:00:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58091c_b74f8e7405c949d1b2ae60acbd734f8b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Zoe Marini</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Head Full of Love: Our Visit to the 2018 Alice Springs Beanie Festival]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is something truly "out of this world" about Central Australia in the winter. In 2018, my mother and I headed to the Northern Territory for a trip that remains etched in my memory—not just for the red dust and vast horizons, but for a quirky, colourful, and incredibly heart warming event: the Alice Springs Beanie Festival. Held at the Araluen Arts Centre, this wasn't just a craft fair; it was a high-art celebration of the humble beanie. The 2018 theme was "A Head Full of Love," and the...]]></description><link>https://www.mamizodesigns.com/post/a-head-full-of-love-our-visit-to-the-2018-alice-springs-beanie-festival</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6983e32b1e55646770016c87</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:49:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58091c_b5033e8b96a34a6a84d90e1f6157f314~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Zoe Marini</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Dream Years in the Making: Why I Finally Launched My Education &#38; Craft Website]]></title><description><![CDATA[For as long as I can remember, I’ve dreamed of creating a website that brings together two things I love deeply: education and crafting. For years, that idea lived quietly in the back of my mind — something I’d “get to one day.” After a lot of planning, reflection, and a little courage, I finally decided that one day  was now. Launching this website has been both exciting and incredibly rewarding. It represents my journey as an educator, a maker, and someone who truly believes that creativity...]]></description><link>https://www.mamizodesigns.com/post/a-dream-years-in-the-making-why-i-finally-launched-my-education-craft-website</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698000cd396306036ecb87c8</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 01:54:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58091c_893e1f1d655f49959fa97cdc81291a8b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Zoe Marini</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>