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Removable Drapes for Sliding Glass Door

Removable Drapes for Sliding Glass Door

When we moved into our current home, we had to wait for a few weeks for the mortgage to close. During that time we wanted to cover the sliding glass door that led out to the patio. Because we didn’t yet own the home, we could not attach anything to the house. So we came up with this idea for covering the … [Read More...] about Removable Drapes for Sliding Glass Door

DIY Knife Drawer Divider

DIY Knife Drawer Divider

Our kitchen drawer full of knives just wasn’t working. We knew that if we used dividers, it would be much more usable. I could have used cereal box cardboard to make the dividers, but I wanted something a little nicer. At Lowes I found a piece of wood that was 2 1/2 inches wide (the same as the drawer … [Read More...] about DIY Knife Drawer Divider

How to Clean Build-Up on a Glass Stovetop

How to Clean Build-Up on a Glass Stovetop

By Noreen Doll. For months I had an impossible to remove hard build-up on my glass stovetop. I tried everything I could think of to remove it, and nothing worked. I even used the stuff made specifically for that purpose. Nothing! I had read that you could gently scrape burned on stains off using a … [Read More...] about How to Clean Build-Up on a Glass Stovetop

DIY Paper Towel Face Mask

DIY Paper Towel Face Mask

Make your own quick and easy DIY Paper Towel Face Mask. Disclaimer: I have no medical credentials and this is not medical advice. This is merely an idea for making your own face masks. Please use your own judgement when making or wearing this face mask. These are strange and unsettling times - something most … [Read More...] about DIY Paper Towel Face Mask

Creative Tips

How to Dry Paint Quickly

How to Dry Paint Quickly

By Noreen Doll. One way to dry paint quickly is to set your project outside on a warm sunny day. But if you … [Read More...] about How to Dry Paint Quickly

Quick Garment Cover

Quick Garment Cover

By Noreen Doll. I like to cover clothes hanging in my closet that I don't wear very often, or that are … [Read More...] about Quick Garment Cover

Remove Rust from the Shower

Remove Rust from the Shower

By Noreen Doll. This morning I noticed rust stains on a shelf in the shower, left by a metal can of shaving gel that … [Read More...] about Remove Rust from the Shower

PVC Pipe Rack

PVC Pipe Rack

By Noreen Doll. This PVC pipe rack is very easy to put together and can have many uses. It can be used as an … [Read More...] about PVC Pipe Rack

Apple Buying Tip

Apple Buying Tip

By Noreen Doll. Once you've found a bag of apples or other produce that is fairly unblemished, how do you get them … [Read More...] about Apple Buying Tip

Bug Scoop for the Squeamish!

Bug Scoop for the Squeamish!

Dead or alive! by Noreen Doll. Make an easy bug scoop with a cardboard tube.   Anyone who has spent … [Read More...] about Bug Scoop for the Squeamish!

Frugal Crafting

Frugal Crafting

© by Noreen Doll. Frugal crafting is a part of how I create.  i don't like to throw away perfectly usable things, so … [Read More...] about Frugal Crafting

Placemats Are a Great Teaching Tool

Placemats Are a Great Teaching Tool

By Noreen Doll. We've discovered that placemats are a great teaching tool. Kids love to use the colorful mats at … [Read More...] about Placemats Are a Great Teaching Tool

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Valentine’s Day

Sweetheart Angel

Sweetheart Angel

January 13, 2013 By Noreen 50 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Create a sweetheart angel for your loved … [Read More...] about Sweetheart Angel

Paper Plate Valentine Card

Paper Plate Valentine Card

January 18, 2015 By Noreen 19 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Make a paper plate Valentine card that can be as … [Read More...] about Paper Plate Valentine Card

Unusual Valentine Cards

Unusual Valentine Cards

July 4, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

Sometimes you want to go to the extra effort to make unusual Valentine … [Read More...] about Unusual Valentine Cards

Valentine Candle

Valentine Candle

January 17, 2013 By Noreen 16 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Create a quick and easy Valentine candle … [Read More...] about Valentine Candle

Lollipop Bouquet

Lollipop Bouquet

February 3, 2013 By Noreen 39 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Here's an easy lollipop bouquet that would make a fun … [Read More...] about Lollipop Bouquet

Lasting Valentine Bouquet

Lasting Valentine Bouquet

January 23, 2013 By Noreen 52 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Here's a fun Valentine bouquet your kids can create. It … [Read More...] about Lasting Valentine Bouquet

Dollar Bill Heart Mouse

Dollar Bill Heart Mouse

February 7, 2018 By Noreen Leave a Comment

Make your Dollar Bill origami just a little more fun by turning it into a … [Read More...] about Dollar Bill Heart Mouse

More Ideas for Valentine's Day

St. Patrick’s Day

Basic Brown Paper Bag Wreath

Basic Brown Paper Bag Wreath

By Noreen Doll. A really neat way to recycle brown paper grocery bags is to make them into a basic brown paper bag … [Read More...] about Basic Brown Paper Bag Wreath

St. Patrick’s Day Ribbon Bouquet

St. Patrick’s Day Ribbon Bouquet

Today I have a tutorial for a St. Patrick's Day Ribbon Bouquet on the Bowdabra website. It's a fun idea for … [Read More...] about St. Patrick’s Day Ribbon Bouquet

Shamrock Soda Can Lights

Shamrock Soda Can Lights

By Noreen Doll. Create shamrock soda can lights for an unusual way to decorate for St. Patrick's Day. And … [Read More...] about Shamrock Soda Can Lights

TP Tube Shamrock Stamp

TP Tube Shamrock Stamp

By Noreen Doll. A TP tube shamrock stamp is an easy fun craft tool for kids. Make it from a recycled paper … [Read More...] about TP Tube Shamrock Stamp

More St. Patrick's Day Ideas

Easter

Candy Carrots

Candy Carrots

By Noreen Doll. You can make fun candy carrots for favors on your Easter table. They are perfect for using … [Read More...] about Candy Carrots

Origami Basket

Origami Basket

By Noreen Doll. This origami basket is actually like one half of an origami box with a lid. And you can make it … [Read More...] about Origami Basket

Easter Egg Crafts

Easter Egg Crafts

Many of these Easter egg crafts can be done by kids and preschoolers. It's a good idea to be nearby while egg dyeing … [Read More...] about Easter Egg Crafts

Bunny Bagalope

Bunny Bagalope

By Noreen Doll. Make a fun bunny bagalope with an envelope. It's easy and quick to do and could be used as a … [Read More...] about Bunny Bagalope

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Angel Crafts

Christmas Angel Crafts

Christmas Angel Crafts

Christmas angel crafts are perfect for hanging on your tree. Many of these angels could be made into magnets or pins. … [Read More...] about Christmas Angel Crafts

Bath Pouf Angel

Bath Pouf Angel

By Noreen Doll. You need only a few things to put a fluffy bath pouf angel together. The angel can be placed in a … [Read More...] about Bath Pouf Angel

Dollar Bill Angel

Dollar Bill Angel

By Noreen Doll. Angels are very popular, and here's a fun Dollar Bill Angel you can make. It is a much nicer … [Read More...] about Dollar Bill Angel

Bell Angel Garland

Bell Angel Garland

By Noreen Doll. If you love angels, this Bell Angel Garland is perfect for you! It's quick, easy and … [Read More...] about Bell Angel Garland

More Angel Crafts

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Paperclip Angel Ornament

Easy Paperclip Angel Ornament

Easy Paperclip Angel Ornament

Use as package trim, tree decoration, gift enclosure in a card, or a necklace.

Dollar Bill Heart

Dollar Bill Heart

Dollar Bill Heart

Money Gifts

Dollar Bill Shamrock

Dollar Bill Shamrock

One Sheet Folded Gift Pocket Book

One Sheet Folded Gift Pocket Book

Dollar Bill Crafts

Dollar Bill Wallet

Dollar Bill Wallet

Dollar Bill Wallet

Duct Tape Wallet

Duct Tape Wallet

Duct Tape Wallet

Envelope Gift Bag

Basic Bagalope

Basic Bagalope

Greeting Card Gift Boxes

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Remove Furniture Dents from Carpet

Remove Furniture Dents from Carpet

Remove Furniture Dents from Carpet

How to Remove Permanent Ink from a Project

Remove Sharpie Goof

Remove Sharpie Goof

Snowflake Angel

Snowflake Angel

Snowflake Angel

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