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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

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

Use Up Citrus Peel

Use Up Citrus Peel

By Noreen Doll. Need a quick way to get more mileage from a citrus peel? Here's a great idea for how to use up citrus … [Read More...] about Use Up Citrus Peel

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 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 … [Read More...] about How to Clean Build-Up on a Glass Stovetop

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

Folded Paper Pocket for a Book

Folded Paper Pocket for a Book

By Noreen Doll. It's handy to know how to make a folded pocket for a book, because pockets are really handy for … [Read More...] about Folded Paper Pocket for a Book

Embroidery Thread Bobbin from a Milk Jug

Embroidery Thread Bobbin from a Milk Jug

By Noreen Doll. I had a little bit of plastic left around the opening of the milk jug and I wanted to be able to use … [Read More...] about Embroidery Thread Bobbin from a Milk Jug

Remove Dried Paint Splotches Easily and Cheaply

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

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St. Patrick’s Day

Toddler St. Patricks Day Crafts

Toddler St. Patricks Day Crafts

July 13, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

Small children can even have fun making toddler St Patricks Day … [Read More...] about Toddler St. Patricks Day Crafts

St Patricks Day

St Patricks Day

July 13, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

St Patricks Day is time for the "wearin o' the green" if you are … [Read More...] about St Patricks Day

Shamrock Wreath

Shamrock Wreath

February 24, 2013 By Noreen 43 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Create this easy shamrock wreath that can be used in … [Read More...] about Shamrock Wreath

St Patricks Day Coloring Pages

St Patricks Day Coloring Pages

July 13, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

For kids who love to color, there are lots of great St Patricks Day … [Read More...] about St Patricks Day Coloring Pages

Easy Way to Make a Shamrock

Easy Way to Make a Shamrock

February 15, 2014 By Noreen 41 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Shamrocks can be a bit tricky to make look nice and … [Read More...] about Easy Way to Make a Shamrock

Sparkly Shamrock Necklace

Sparkly Shamrock Necklace

March 6, 2014 By Noreen 15 Comments

By Noreen Doll. A sparkly shamrock necklace is perfect for a little girl … [Read More...] about Sparkly Shamrock Necklace

Basic Brown Paper Bag Wreath

Basic Brown Paper Bag Wreath

July 31, 2015 By Noreen 15 Comments

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

More St. Patrick's Day Ideas

Easter

Dollar Bill Butterfly

Dollar Bill Butterfly

A Dollar Bill Butterfly is a nice shape for many gift giving occasions, and it’s easy to make. Because it is made … [Read More...] about Dollar Bill Butterfly

Beat the Heat with an Easy to Make Fan

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

Flower Twinkle Light

Flower Twinkle Light

This Flower Twinkle Light is quick and easy, and would make great place setting favors. A cluster of them would … [Read More...] about Flower Twinkle Light

Stand Up Chickie

Stand Up Chickie

This fun little chick has a removable beak and feet. And he stands up by himself. Materials Craft Foam or Card … [Read More...] about Stand Up Chickie

More Ideas for Easter

Mother’s Day

Mothers Day Printables

Mothers Day Printables

By Noreen Doll. For Mothers Day printables you can find Mother's Day cards, bookmarks, candy wrapper and Mother's Day … [Read More...] about Mothers Day Printables

Mothers Day Crafts for Kids

Mothers Day Crafts for Kids

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

Beat the Heat with an Easy to Make Fan

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

Mothers Day Crafts

Mothers Day Crafts

By Noreen Doll. Mothers Day is an important time because making Mothers Day crafts gives kids an opportunity to do … [Read More...] about Mothers Day Crafts

More Mother's Day Ideas

Gift Ideas

Dinosaur Matching Game for Toddler

Dinosaur Matching Game for Toddler

© by Noreen Doll. This easy cheap dinosaur matching game for toddler fun can be quickly put together. Kids … [Read More...] about Dinosaur Matching Game for Toddler

Easy Dollar Bill Heart

Easy Dollar Bill Heart

By Noreen Doll. Here's a fun easy dollar bill heart that even kids can easily make. Or it could make a fun … [Read More...] about Easy Dollar Bill Heart

Appreciation Gifts for Teacher

Appreciation Gifts for Teacher

Appreciation gifts for teacher are a lovely way to help your child off to a great start of the new school … [Read More...] about Appreciation Gifts for Teacher

Candy Bar Slider

Candy Bar Slider

By Noreen Doll. A candy bar slider is a great gift idea for kids or teens. You can wrap money around the … [Read More...] about Candy Bar Slider

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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

Money Gift in a Paper Frame

Money Gift in a Paper Frame

Haunted Money Hugs

Haunted Money Hugs

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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