by Kelli Donley | Feb 21, 2007 | CAOK, Journal
Last year during the Lenten season I had a bit of a goodwill campaign I coined Calculated Acts of Kindness, or CAOK. The 2007 Lenten season begins today, along with CAOK II. In a nutshell, I think the easiest way to make the world a friendlier, more peaceful place is...
by Kelli Donley | Apr 12, 2006 | CAOK, Domestic Art, Recipes, Uncategorized
The first time I made Jane’s rock bun recipe, I got rave reviews. From my father. My very health conscious father who doesn’t rave about much, much less baked goods. So I made them again. And again. And again. They have now become one of his favorite...
by Kelli Donley | Apr 4, 2006 | CAOK, Domestic Art
I found a new paper store last week that I love. It is expensive and the stock is limited, but the owners of PaperJoy are sweet and creative. They’ve made a lot out of their tiny space next to La Grande Orange in Phoenix. If you are a Phoenician, check it out....
by Kelli Donley | Mar 31, 2006 | CAOK, Domestic Art
My friend’s children will be receiving these bunnies in their Easter baskets. I started with a Wee Wonderful’s bunny pattern, used some scrap fabrics, and a handful of buttons, embroidery thread and pompoms. Once I got going, things got a bit out of...