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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 Sharpen a Punch

How to Sharpen a Punch

By Noreen Doll. Do you need to sharpen a punch? Any kind of punch can be sharpened this way. I was punching … [Read More...] about How to Sharpen a Punch

How to Remove Candle Wax from a Jar

How to Remove Candle Wax from a Jar

By Noreen Doll. You will need a warm sunny day to use this easy way to remove candle wax from a jar. So save … [Read More...] about How to Remove Candle Wax from a Jar

How to Prevent Cord Ends from Fraying While You Work

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

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

Neglected Fence Fix

Neglected Fence Fix

By Noreen Doll. A friend bought a fixer upper house that had a neighbor on one side who wasn't interested in keeping … [Read More...] about Neglected Fence Fix

Crafting With Clothespins

Crafting With Clothespins

By Noreen Doll. Crafting with clothespins is a necessity for me. They are one of the items I absolutely must … [Read More...] about Crafting With Clothespins

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

How to Print a Sturdier Template

How to Print a Sturdier Template

By Noreen Doll. Have you ever tried to trace around a paper template? The edges are so flimsy your pencil slides … [Read More...] about How to Print a Sturdier Template

More Creative Tips

Halloween

Free Halloween Crafts

Free Halloween Crafts

June 19, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

If you need lots of ideas for free Halloween crafts, look no … [Read More...] about Free Halloween Crafts

Milk Jug Ghost Garland

Milk Jug Ghost Garland

September 13, 2014 By Noreen 12 Comments

By Noreen Doll. A milk jug ghost garland is easy and fun to … [Read More...] about Milk Jug Ghost Garland

Spooky Ghost Pencil Topper

Spooky Ghost Pencil Topper

October 15, 2014 By Noreen 26 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Recycle a plastic jug to make a spooky ghost pencil … [Read More...] about Spooky Ghost Pencil Topper

Ghost Finger Puppet from a Milk Jug

Ghost Finger Puppet from a Milk Jug

September 6, 2013 By Noreen 21 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Create a fun ghost finger puppet from a milk … [Read More...] about Ghost Finger Puppet from a Milk Jug

Halloween Silverware Holder

Halloween Silverware Holder

October 19, 2016 By Noreen 12 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Create a creepy Halloween Silverware Holder using a pot … [Read More...] about Halloween Silverware Holder

Preschool Pumpkin Crafts

Preschool Pumpkin Crafts

June 17, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

Preschool pumpkin crafts are an especially fun activity for … [Read More...] about Preschool Pumpkin Crafts

Black Widow Paper Rosette

Black Widow Paper Rosette

September 17, 2014 By Noreen 19 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Create a fun black widow paper rosette with colorful … [Read More...] about Black Widow Paper Rosette

More Ideas for Halloween

Thanksgiving

Turkey Money Hugs

Turkey Money Hugs

By Noreen Doll. Turkey Money Hugs is a cute way to give a Thanksgiving gift to a grandchild, a hostess, or as … [Read More...] about Turkey Money Hugs

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

Sparkly Leaf Button Covers

Sparkly Leaf Button Covers

By Noreen Doll. Add a little glitz to a plain blouse for your Fall or Thanksgiving festivities by making sparkly leaf … [Read More...] about Sparkly Leaf Button Covers

Dollar Bill Turkey

Dollar Bill Turkey

By Noreen Doll. Wouldn't it be fun to set a Dollar Bill Turkey at each place setting on your Thanksgiving table! Or … [Read More...] about Dollar Bill Turkey

More Thanksgiving Ideas

Christmas

Hanging 3-D Leaf Ornament

Hanging 3-D Leaf Ornament

By Noreen Doll. Create a beautiful paper hanging 3-D leaf ornament that twists and turns like it's floating down from … [Read More...] about Hanging 3-D Leaf Ornament

Fall Leaf Placemat

Fall Leaf Placemat

By Noreen Doll. A fall leaf placemat is another nice way to preserve leaf color. This placemat is 11 1/2 by 17 1/2 … [Read More...] about Fall Leaf Placemat

Peek a Boo Turkey

Peek a Boo Turkey

By Noreen Doll. A Peek a Boo Turkey is a fun craft to keep little hands occupied while waiting for Thanksgiving … [Read More...] about Peek a Boo Turkey

Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids

Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids

Fun and easy Thanksgiving crafts for kids to make. With so many ideas for Thanksgiving crafts for kids available, it … [Read More...] about Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids

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Angel Crafts

Clothespin 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

Kids Angel Crafts to Make

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

Lollipop 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

Easy Paperclip Angel Ornament

Easy Paperclip Angel Ornament

By Noreen Doll. This easy paperclip angel ornament is so quick to make, you can make a dozen or two in an … [Read More...] about Easy Paperclip Angel Ornament

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 Wallet

Dollar Bill Wallet

Secret Heart Money Holder

Secret Heart Money Holder

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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