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
Quick Clean Up Tip for Raw Egg Mess
by Noreen Doll. Drop an Egg on the floor? Here's a quick clean up tip. Grab your salt box and sprinkle a … [Read More...] about Quick Clean Up Tip for Raw Egg Mess
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
Super Quick Way to Shred Meat
By Noreen Doll. Many recipes call for shredded meat. Here's the quickest way I've found to shred … [Read More...] about Super Quick Way to Shred Meat
How to Mark Dark Fabric or Paper for Cutting
by Noreen Doll. When you are trying to trace a pattern onto dark fabric or paper, it's often hard to find a medium … [Read More...] about How to Mark Dark Fabric or Paper for Cutting
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
Speed Dry a Painted or Decoupage Project
By Noreen Doll. When I craft I have a hard time waiting for paint, glue or Mod Podge to dry. So I figured out a way … [Read More...] about Speed Dry a Painted or Decoupage Project
Frugal Cutting Tip
By Noreen Doll. Here's a frugal cutting tip that will help you conserve your supplies. When creating, kids … [Read More...] about Frugal Cutting Tip
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
St. Patrick’s Day Ideas
Dollar Bill Shamrock
By Noreen Doll. This dollar bill shamrock was fun and easy to … [Read More...] about Dollar Bill Shamrock
St. Patrick’s Day Ribbon Bouquet
Today I have a tutorial for a St. Patrick's Day Ribbon Bouquet on the … [Read More...] about St. Patrick’s Day Ribbon Bouquet
Glitter Shamrock Button Covers
By Noreen Doll. Glitter shamrock button covers are a quick way to … [Read More...] about Glitter Shamrock Button Covers
Shamrock Soda Can Lights
By Noreen Doll. Create shamrock soda can lights for an unusual way to … [Read More...] about Shamrock Soda Can Lights
St Patricks Day Coloring Pages
For kids who love to color, there are lots of great St Patricks Day … [Read More...] about St Patricks Day Coloring Pages
Shamrock Paper Chain
By Noreen Doll. Create a fun shamrock paper chain with a few folds and … [Read More...] about Shamrock Paper Chain
TP Tube Shamrock Stamp
By Noreen Doll. A TP tube shamrock stamp is an easy fun craft tool for … [Read More...] about TP Tube Shamrock Stamp
Easter Crafts
Peek a Boo Peep
By Noreen Doll. A Peek a Boo Peep would be a fun little non-candy gift to add to an Easter basket. It is … [Read More...] about Peek a Boo Peep
Paper Egg Ornament
by Noreen Doll. Use your paper scraps to make this paper egg ornament for a fun Easter decoration. It can be made in … [Read More...] about Paper Egg Ornament
Rockin’ Peeps
By Noreen Doll. Kids can enjoy making these rockin' peeps and then have fun playing with them. In fact, a … [Read More...] about Rockin’ Peeps
Hoppy Easter Bunny
By Noreen Doll. Make this quick hoppy Easter bunny for a cute table decoration. Or hang it for an … [Read More...] about Hoppy Easter Bunny
Mother’s Day
Dollar Bill Butterfly
A Dollar Bill Butterfly is a nice shape for many gift giving occasions, and it’s easy to make. Because it is made … [Read More...] about Dollar Bill Butterfly
Beat the Heat with an Easy to Make Fan
Here’s a fun, easy gift idea that even toddlers can make. Mom, Dad, or Grandparents will love having something … [Read More...] about Beat the Heat with an Easy to Make Fan
Rustic Basket
By Noreen Doll. Today I have a tutorial for this Rustic Basket on the Bowdabra blog. It's easy to … [Read More...] about Rustic Basket
Simple Basket
By Noreen Doll. This simple basket is easy to make, and has lots of uses. It can be used for any occasion … [Read More...] about Simple Basket
Angel Crafts
Kids Angel Crafts to Make
Kids angel crafts to make has lots of easy ideas for kids to make for Christmas decorations. Most of the angel crafts … [Read More...] about Kids Angel Crafts to Make
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
Clothespin Angel
By Noreen Doll. A clothespin angel can be made from the simplest of materials. Use scraps of ribbon, plus a … [Read More...] about Clothespin Angel
Shamrock Angel
By Noreen Doll. A shamrock angel is a fun idea for a St. Patrick's Day decoration. It can be used on a mantel … [Read More...] about Shamrock Angel
