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

Remove Dried Paint Splotches Easily and Cheaply
By Noreen Doll. While painting recently, we managed to have dried paint splotches on the vinyl floor. Because … [Read More...] about Remove Dried Paint Splotches Easily and Cheaply

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

Uses for Shelf Liner
By Noreen Doll. I originally bought this rubbery shelf liner to line the shelves in my kitchen cupboard. I like it … [Read More...] about Uses for Shelf Liner

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
Kids Craft Tips
© by Noreen Doll. Using these great kids craft tips will help you and your kids have more fun crafting, with less … [Read More...] about Kids Craft Tips

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

How to Turn a Soda Can into a Flat Sheet of Aluminum
There are lots of great crafts you can make from aluminum cans. And the colorful logos on the cans add to the … [Read More...] about How to Turn a Soda Can into a Flat Sheet of Aluminum

Wax Paper Is Ideal for Crafting
By Noreen Doll. Wax paper can be found at the Dollar store or in the big box stores for a dollar or two. And … [Read More...] about Wax Paper Is Ideal for Crafting
Graduation

Homemade Graduation Gifts
Homemade graduation gifts are a personal way to let a graduate know how … [Read More...] about Homemade Graduation Gifts

Unique Graduation Gifts
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By Noreen Doll. Graduation is an important occasion, and unique … [Read More...] about Unique Graduation Gifts

Star Soda Can Lights
By Noreen Doll. Create colorful star soda can lights for many … [Read More...] about Star Soda Can Lights

Graduation Cap Crafts
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By Noreen Doll. Use these quick easy graduation cap crafts when … [Read More...] about Graduation Cap Crafts

Small Gift Box
By Noreen Doll. This small gift box could also be a favor box and … [Read More...] about Small Gift Box

Graduation Crafts
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You can make these creative graduation crafts to celebrate this important … [Read More...] about Graduation Crafts
Father’s Day

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

Fathers Day Printables
For great Fathers Day printables, here are printable checks, certificates, coloring pages, and clipart. To find great … [Read More...] about Fathers Day Printables

Easy Gifts Kids Can Make
by Noreen Doll. Unusual ideas for easy gifts kids can make for adults. With a little help from an adult, there are … [Read More...] about Easy Gifts Kids Can Make

Fathers Day Gifts Kids Can Make
Fathers Day gifts kids can make are important for a child giving the gift. Kids like to feel they have made something … [Read More...] about Fathers Day Gifts Kids Can Make
Patriotic – 4th of July

4th of July Kids Crafts
4th of July kids crafts are a great idea way for kids to stay busy during the summer. They will have fun planning … [Read More...] about 4th of July Kids Crafts

4th of July Coloring Pages
4th of July coloring pages will keep kids well entertained while waiting for the holiday to arrive. Or print the … [Read More...] about 4th of July Coloring Pages

4th of July Games
4th of July games are a great part of celebrating the holiday. Traditional games include relay races, sack races, 3 … [Read More...] about 4th of July Games

Patriotic Busy Bag
by Noreen Doll. A patriotic busy bag is nice to have on hand for holidays such as Memorial Day, Flag Day, the 4th of … [Read More...] about Patriotic Busy Bag
Kid Fun

Easter Egg Button Covers
By Noreen Doll. Easter egg button covers are a fun way to decorate a shirt or blouse. Kids can make them from … [Read More...] about Easter Egg Button Covers

Christmas Tree Candle
By Noreen Doll. A Christmas tree candle is a great kid craft. Use a bag of foam Christmas tree stickers or cut … [Read More...] about Christmas Tree Candle

Bat Finger Puppet
By Noreen Doll. Bats are always popular for Halloween, and this cute bat finger puppet is easy and … [Read More...] about Bat Finger Puppet

Bat on a Stick
By Noreen Doll. Create a fun to fly bat on a stick. Recycle a black foam tray that once held vegetables (do … [Read More...] about Bat on a Stick