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
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

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

How to Remove a Sticky Tag
By Noreen Doll. I found this interesting old Wooden Nickel. A few decades ago this was a very popular way to … [Read More...] about How to Remove a Sticky Tag

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!)

Clean Your Oven Without Scrubbing
By Noreen Doll. A friend moved into a place that was in really bad shape, and she asked for ideas on how to clean … [Read More...] about Clean Your Oven Without Scrubbing

Remove Burned-On Food from a Pan
By Noreen Doll. Here's an easy way to remove burned on food from a pan. I had a non stick pan with severely … [Read More...] about Remove Burned-On Food from a Pan

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 … [Read More...] about DIY Paper Towel Face Mask

Quick Way to Straighten Wrinkled Ribbon
By Noreen Doll. Now you don't have to throw used ribbon away. Here's a quick way to straighten wrinkled … [Read More...] about Quick Way to Straighten Wrinkled Ribbon
Fall Ideas

Basic Brown Paper Bag Wreath
By Noreen Doll. A really neat way to recycle brown paper grocery bags is … [Read More...] about Basic Brown Paper Bag Wreath

Fall Leaf Turkey Magnet
By Noreen Doll. A fall leaf turkey magnet is quick and easy to … [Read More...] about Fall Leaf Turkey Magnet

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

Thanksgiving Crafts
Easy, unique Thanksgiving crafts are fun for the whole … [Read More...] about Thanksgiving Crafts

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

Turkey Finger Puppet
By Noreen Doll. Create a fun turkey finger puppet for kids. They … [Read More...] about Turkey Finger Puppet

Paper Plate Pop Up Turkey
By Noreen Doll. This paper plate pop up turkey is so easy even a toddler … [Read More...] about Paper Plate Pop Up Turkey
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

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

American Flag Crafts
American flag crafts are perfect for the 4th of July. There are few things more stirring than seeing the American … [Read More...] about American Flag Crafts

Patriotic Postage Stamp Magnets
by Noreen Doll. Patriotic postage stamp magnets are a quick and easy project that even kids can do. They make … [Read More...] about Patriotic Postage Stamp Magnets

Flag Crafts for Kids
Kids enjoy all kinds of crafting and making flag crafts for kids encourages them to learn about Independence Day and … [Read More...] about Flag Crafts for Kids
Angel Crafts

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

Sweetheart Angel
By Noreen Doll. Create a sweetheart angel for your loved ones. This angel is perfect for Valentine's Day … [Read More...] about Sweetheart Angel

Snowflake Angel
By Noreen Doll. A snowflake angel is quick and easy to make and would make a nice little gift to add to the top of a … [Read More...] about Snowflake 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
