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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 Dry Paint Quickly

How to Dry Paint Quickly

By Noreen Doll. One way to dry paint quickly is to set your project outside on a warm sunny day. But if you … [Read More...] about How to Dry Paint Quickly

Quick Way to Straighten Wrinkled Ribbon

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

DIY Plastic Protective Notepad Covers

DIY Plastic Protective Notepad Covers

By Noreen Doll. This is a notepad I carry wherever I go. However, after I've carried the notepad for a … [Read More...] about DIY Plastic Protective Notepad Covers

Easy Way to Make a Shamrock

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

Cheap Amateur Painting Tips

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 Prevent Ink/Paint Bleed When Crafting

How to Prevent Ink/Paint Bleed When Crafting

by Noreen Doll. Sometimes you want to paint or stamp on an item that lets the ink or paint bleed, such as unfinished … [Read More...] about How to Prevent Ink/Paint Bleed When Crafting

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

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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Easter

Garland Chick

Garland Chick

by Noreen Doll. Craft an easy garland chick that has lots of personality. This fun chick can sit on your … [Read More...] about Garland Chick

Bunny Hop Finger Puppet

Bunny Hop Finger Puppet

By Noreen Doll. Create an easy Bunny Hop Finger Puppet to go with your Kicky Chickie. These finger puppets are … [Read More...] about Bunny Hop Finger Puppet

Paper Easter Basket Crafts

Paper Easter Basket Crafts

Paper Easter basket crafts can be done in many ways.   They can be folded, rolled, woven, and … [Read More...] about Paper Easter Basket Crafts

Paper Plate Easter Wreath

Paper Plate Easter Wreath

© by Noreen Doll. This fun paper plate Easter wreath is so easy a toddler can make it with a bit of help from an … [Read More...] about Paper Plate Easter Wreath

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Mother’s Day

Craft Ideas for Mothers Day

Craft Ideas for Mothers Day

April 5, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

by Noreen Doll. For most Moms, being with their kids and grandkids on … [Read More...] about Craft Ideas for Mothers Day

Mothers Day Crafts for Toddlers

Mothers Day Crafts for Toddlers

April 4, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

By Noreen Doll. Mothers Day crafts for toddlers are perfect for even the … [Read More...] about Mothers Day Crafts for Toddlers

Easy Gifts Kids Can Make

Easy Gifts Kids Can Make

April 4, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

by Noreen Doll. Unusual ideas for easy gifts kids can make for … [Read More...] about Easy Gifts Kids Can Make

Mothers Day Crafts for Kids

Mothers Day Crafts for Kids

April 4, 2012 By Noreen 10 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Kids enjoy making Mothers Day gifts, and Mothers Day … [Read More...] about Mothers Day Crafts for Kids

Cheap Mothers Day Flowers

Cheap Mothers Day Flowers

April 5, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

by Noreen Doll. You can make very nice cheap Mothers Day … [Read More...] about Cheap Mothers Day Flowers

Preschool Mothers Day Crafts

Preschool Mothers Day Crafts

April 4, 2012 By Noreen 9 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Even very small children will want to make preschool … [Read More...] about Preschool Mothers Day Crafts

Rustic Basket

Rustic Basket

March 16, 2015 By Noreen 2 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Today I have a tutorial for this Rustic Basket on the … [Read More...] about Rustic Basket

More Ideas for Mother's Day

Graduation

Star Soda Can Lights

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

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

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

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

More Graduation Ideas

Angel Crafts

Shamrock 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

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

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

Christmas Angel Crafts

Christmas Angel Crafts

Christmas angel crafts are perfect for hanging on your tree. Many of these angels could be made into magnets or pins. … [Read More...] about Christmas Angel Crafts

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

Secret Heart Money Holder

Secret Heart Money Holder

Matchbook Money Gift

Matchbook Money Gift

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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