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
How to Coffee Dye or Tea Dye
By Noreen Doll. Sometimes you want to craft with a dingy or antique white color fabric, and it can be difficult to … [Read More...] about How to Coffee Dye or Tea Dye
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
How to Double or Triple a Recipe Accurately
By Noreen Doll. I have a recipe for Gingersnaps that makes such a small amount of cookies, that I need to double or … [Read More...] about How to Double or Triple a Recipe Accurately
Pot Handle Hot Pad Grip
By Noreen Doll. A Pot Handle Hot Pad Grip is easy to make with a pot holder, and really handy for holding a pan … [Read More...] about Pot Handle Hot Pad Grip
Easy Way to Make a Shamrock
By Noreen Doll. Shamrocks can be a bit tricky to make look nice and even, but here's an easy way to make a … [Read More...] about Easy Way to Make a Shamrock
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
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 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
Mother’s Day
Dollar Bill Butterfly
A Dollar Bill Butterfly is a nice shape for many gift giving occasions, and … [Read More...] about Dollar Bill Butterfly
Preschool Mothers Day Crafts
By Noreen Doll. Even very small children will want to make preschool … [Read More...] about Preschool Mothers Day Crafts
Easy Gifts Kids Can Make
by Noreen Doll. Unusual ideas for easy gifts kids can make for … [Read More...] about Easy Gifts Kids Can Make
Simple Basket
By Noreen Doll. This simple basket is easy to make, and has lots of … [Read More...] about Simple Basket
Mothers Day Crafts for Kids
By Noreen Doll. Kids enjoy making Mothers Day gifts, and Mothers Day … [Read More...] about Mothers Day Crafts for Kids
Quick Eyeglasses Holder
By Noreen Doll. A quick eyeglasses holder is an easy gift to make for … [Read More...] about Quick Eyeglasses Holder
Mothers Day Crafts
By Noreen Doll. Mothers Day is an important time because making Mothers … [Read More...] about Mothers Day Crafts
Graduation
Star Soda Can Lights
By Noreen Doll. Create colorful star soda can lights for many occasions. They're perfect for patriotic … [Read More...] about Star Soda Can Lights
Small Gift Box
By Noreen Doll. This small gift box could also be a favor box and you can make it in many sizes. Put your … [Read More...] about Small Gift Box
Unique Graduation Gifts
By Noreen Doll. Graduation is an important occasion, and unique graduation gifts can be very meaningful. The … [Read More...] about Unique Graduation Gifts
Graduation Cap Crafts
By Noreen Doll. Use these quick easy graduation cap crafts when preparing for your graduate's … [Read More...] about Graduation Cap Crafts
Patriotic
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
History of the American Flag
In addition to making flag crafts, we need to understand the history of the American flag and the price that has been … [Read More...] about History of the American Flag
4th of July Craft Ideas
For 4th of July craft ideas, games, clipart and fun patriotic treats, you need look no further. When I was a kid, … [Read More...] about 4th of July Craft Ideas
Patriotic Mini Gift Box
By Noreen Doll. Make a fun and easy patriotic mini gift box for 4th of July favors. Fill it with Snaps for the … [Read More...] about Patriotic Mini Gift Box
Angel Crafts
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
Using Christmas craft ideas is a favorite pastime. I have always particularly loved the Christmas season. Spending … [Read More...] about Christmas Craft Ideas
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
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
