Do or Make

We use do when we talk about an activity.
We use make when we talk about building or creating something.

  • I’m not doing anything today.
  • I usually do my homework on Friday.
  • I’ve made plans for tomorrow night.
  • He made a toy train for his daughter.

Compare:

  • I must make Gary’s cake. I’ll do it now.
    (Make for the creation and do for the activity.)