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
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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
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
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
Easy, No-Mess Way to Paint Baseboards
By Noreen Doll. We love this super easy no-mess way to paint baseboards. Before when we've painted, we used a … [Read More...] about Easy, No-Mess Way to Paint Baseboards
Cheap Amateur Painting Tips
By Noreen Doll. Periodically we need to repaint a room in our house, and in the process have found some ways to make … [Read More...] about Cheap Amateur Painting Tips
The Best Back Scratcher I’ve Ever Had!
By Noreen Doll. The best back scratcher I've ever had is a metal pasta spoon. I've mostly lived in a dry … [Read More...] about The Best Back Scratcher I’ve Ever Had!
Sharpie Touch Up Trick
Here’s an easy way to make a project look more professional. We put some hooks in a closet, and the silver … [Read More...] about Sharpie Touch Up Trick
How to Prevent Cord Ends from Fraying While You Work
By Noreen Doll. Do you ever try to thread ribbon or twine through a punched hole only to have the end fray and spread … [Read More...] about How to Prevent Cord Ends from Fraying While You Work
Food Freshness Tip
By Noreen Doll. Have you ever looked in your refrigerator and found a leftover container that you could not remember … [Read More...] about Food Freshness Tip
Easy Way to Make a Shamrock
By Noreen Doll. Shamrocks can be a bit tricky to make look nice and even, but here's an easy way to make a … [Read More...] about Easy Way to Make a Shamrock
How to Remove Permanent Ink from a Project
by Noreen Doll. I love to use Sharpies for my craft projects! They have such bright colors and are so easy to use - … [Read More...] about How to Remove Permanent Ink from a Project
Valentine’s Day
Printable Valentines
Printable Valentines are handy when you want a special image, or just don't … [Read More...] about Printable Valentines
Valentine Heart Headband
By Noreen Doll. Make a fun Valentine heart headband for a little … [Read More...] about Valentine Heart Headband
Unusual Valentine Cards
Sometimes you want to go to the extra effort to make unusual Valentine … [Read More...] about Unusual Valentine Cards
Dollar Bill Butterfly
A Dollar Bill Butterfly is a nice shape for many gift giving occasions, and … [Read More...] about Dollar Bill Butterfly
Valentine Gift Ideas
Here are a few Valentine gift ideas you might like to use for some of the … [Read More...] about Valentine Gift Ideas
Valentine Clipart
If you are looking for Valentine clipart and graphics, and free printables … [Read More...] about Valentine Clipart
How to Make a Heart Pattern
By Noreen Doll. A heart pattern is one of the easiest patterns to … [Read More...] about How to Make a Heart Pattern
St. Patrick’s Day
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
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
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
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
Easter
Peep Pops
By Noreen Doll. Peep Pops are a great treat for Easter. What could be better than Peeps and chocolate? You can … [Read More...] about Peep Pops
How to Blow an Egg
By Noreen Doll. There are lots of Easter crafts that need a blown egg shell. Try this easy way to blow an … [Read More...] about How to Blow an Egg
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 Crafts for Toddlers
Easter crafts for toddlers are perfect for the little ones in the family who want to help get ready for the … [Read More...] about Easter Crafts for Toddlers
Angel Crafts
Butterfly Angel
By Noreen Doll. This butterfly angel is easy and inexpensive to make with Christmas tree ornaments. I found … [Read More...] about Butterfly Angel
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
Sparkly Paper Plate Angel
By Noreen Doll. Make an easy sparkly paper plate angel with silver spray paint and 2 paper plates. What You … [Read More...] about Sparkly Paper Plate Angel
Lollipop Angel
By Noreen Doll. This sweet lollipop angel is a great favor idea for kids. And it is also easy for kids to … [Read More...] about Lollipop Angel
