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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

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

Cheap Laminating

Cheap Laminating

By Noreen Doll. You can use packaging tape for cheap laminating if you don't have - and don't want to buy - a … [Read More...] about Cheap Laminating

Emergency Thermal Bowl

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

How to Remove Permanent Ink from a Project

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

How to Turn a Soda Can into a Flat Sheet of Aluminum

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

Make Sandpaper Last Longer

Make Sandpaper Last Longer

By Noreen Doll. Use packing tape to make sandpaper last longer. Whenever I would sand a project, it seemed … [Read More...] about Make Sandpaper Last Longer

How to Insulate Windows from the Summer Sun (Cheaply!)

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!)

DIY Alcohol Hand Wipes

DIY Alcohol Hand Wipes

By Noreen Doll. Make DIY alcohol hand wipes. Especially during cold and flu season, I  use hand wipes a lot. … [Read More...] about DIY Alcohol Hand Wipes

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Valentine’s Day

Stretchy Valentine Heart Bracelet

Stretchy Valentine Heart Bracelet

January 9, 2013 By Noreen 41 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Little girls will love wearing a stretchy Valentine … [Read More...] about Stretchy Valentine Heart Bracelet

Printable Valentines Day Coloring Pages

Printable Valentines Day Coloring Pages

July 1, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

Here are some great printable Valentines Day coloring pages to help kids of … [Read More...] about Printable Valentines Day Coloring Pages

Valentine Heart Headband

Valentine Heart Headband

January 4, 2013 By Noreen 1 Comment

By Noreen Doll. Make a fun Valentine heart headband for a little … [Read More...] about Valentine Heart Headband

Unusual Valentine Cards

Unusual Valentine Cards

July 4, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

Sometimes you want to go to the extra effort to make unusual Valentine … [Read More...] about Unusual Valentine Cards

Sparkly Heart Button Covers

Sparkly Heart Button Covers

January 17, 2014 By Noreen 41 Comments

By Noreen Doll. For a fun way to glitz up your outfit, try these sparkly … [Read More...] about Sparkly Heart Button Covers

Heart Soda Can Lights

Heart Soda Can Lights

January 10, 2015 By Noreen 34 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Heart soda can lights can be used for many festive … [Read More...] about Heart Soda Can Lights

Sweetheart Angel

Sweetheart Angel

January 13, 2013 By Noreen 50 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Create a sweetheart angel for your loved … [Read More...] about Sweetheart Angel

More Ideas for Valentine's Day

St. Patrick’s Day

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

St. Patrick’s Day Ribbon Bouquet

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

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

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

More St. Patrick's Day Ideas

Easter

Kids Easter Bunny Crafts

Kids Easter Bunny Crafts

Kids Easter bunny crafts are a fun easy way to entertain children and would make great school party crafts. Help … [Read More...] about Kids Easter Bunny Crafts

Easter Egg Bouquet

Easter Egg Bouquet

By Noreen Doll. When I first had the idea to make an Easter egg bouquet, I never expected it to turn out so … [Read More...] about Easter Egg Bouquet

Peek a Boo Peep

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

Easter Bunny Crafts

Easter Bunny Crafts

What would springtime be without Easter bunny crafts! Kids of all ages love bunnies, and so do grown-ups. Enjoy … [Read More...] about Easter Bunny Crafts

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Angel Crafts

Bell Angel Garland

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

Butterfly Angel

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

Christmas Craft Ideas

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

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

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

Matchbook Money Gift

Matchbook Money Gift

Christmas Money Tree

Christmas Money Tree

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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