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
Emergency Thermal Bowl
The other day I needed a way to carry a bowl of hot food a short distance. Since I don’t have a wide mouth … [Read More...] about Emergency Thermal Bowl
Speedy Apple Slicing
By Noreen Doll. Do you ever wish you knew how to do speedy apple slicing, instead of slaving over preparing … [Read More...] about Speedy Apple Slicing
How to Insulate Windows from the Summer Sun (Cheaply!)
I live where it gets hot in the summer! One of the upstairs rooms has 3 enormous west facing windows so the hot … [Read More...] about How to Insulate Windows from the Summer Sun (Cheaply!)
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
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
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
Hot Pad Scissor Holder
By Noreen Doll. A scissor holder is a handy place to store your scissors, to protect the blades and to keep them away … [Read More...] about Hot Pad Scissor Holder
Napkin Ring Makeover
By Noreen Doll. I wanted some napkin rings for a special occasion but didn’t want to spend a whole lot of … [Read More...] about Napkin Ring Makeover
Fall Ideas
Preschool Pumpkin Crafts
Preschool pumpkin crafts are an especially fun activity for … [Read More...] about Preschool Pumpkin Crafts
Pumpkin Crafts
Everyone likes to make pumpkin crafts and Jack-O-Lanterns for Halloween … [Read More...] about Pumpkin Crafts
Kids Pumpkin Crafts
Kids pumpkin crafts will be enjoyed by older children. They have more … [Read More...] about Kids Pumpkin Crafts
Thanksgiving Thankfulness Crafts
Making Thanksgiving thankfulness crafts is a creative way to express our … [Read More...] about Thanksgiving Thankfulness Crafts
Thanksgiving Countdown Calendar
A Thanksgiving countdown calendar is a nice way to help kids count down the … [Read More...] about Thanksgiving Countdown Calendar
Spooky Ghost Pencil Topper
By Noreen Doll. Recycle a plastic jug to make a spooky ghost pencil … [Read More...] about Spooky Ghost Pencil Topper
Preserve Fall Leaves
By Noreen Doll. Did you ever wonder how to preserve fall leaves so you … [Read More...] about Preserve Fall Leaves
Halloween
Halloween Cards
Here are 2 fun Halloween cards I made. by Noreen Doll … [Read More...] about Halloween Cards
Halloween Silverware Holder
By Noreen Doll. Create a creepy Halloween Silverware Holder using a pot holder. You can have lots of fun with … [Read More...] about Halloween Silverware Holder
Haunted Money Hugs
By Noreen Doll. Haunted Money Hugs is a fun way for Grandparents to give their grandkids a little holiday … [Read More...] about Haunted Money Hugs
Spider Web Candle Jar
By Noreen Doll. A Spider Web Candle Jar is a fun Halloween project. When i saw this spider web lace at the … [Read More...] about Spider Web Candle Jar
Patriotic
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
How to Make a Star Pattern
By Noreen Doll. A star pattern is easy to do if you just learn a few folds. After you've made a paper star, … [Read More...] about How to Make a Star Pattern
4th of July Clip Art
4th of July clip art projects are easy to do when you can start by printing the pages you need. For quick and easy … [Read More...] about 4th of July Clip Art
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
Angel Crafts
Christmas Craft Ideas
Using Christmas craft ideas is a favorite pastime. I have always particularly loved the Christmas season. Spending … [Read More...] about Christmas Craft Ideas
Folded Circle Angel
by Noreen Doll. Create an easy folded circle angel and then use it as an ornament or gift tag, or enclose it in a … [Read More...] about Folded Circle 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
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
