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

Make Your Own Paint Color
by Noreen Doll. One way to be frugal is to make your own paint. I don't mean to actually make your own paint from … [Read More...] about Make Your Own Paint Color

How to Sharpen a Punch
By Noreen Doll. Do you need to sharpen a punch? Any kind of punch can be sharpened this way. I was punching … [Read More...] about How to Sharpen a Punch

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 Cord Ends from Fraying While You Work
By Noreen Doll. Do you ever try to thread ribbon or twine through a punched hole only to have the end fray and spread … [Read More...] about How to Prevent Cord Ends from Fraying While You Work

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

How to Remove Furniture Dents from Carpet
By Noreen Doll. Recently I decided to move a heavy bookcase from where it had been sitting for several years. Once … [Read More...] about How to Remove Furniture Dents from Carpet

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

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
Mother’s Day

Quick Eyeglasses Holder
By Noreen Doll. A quick eyeglasses holder is an easy gift to make for … [Read More...] about Quick Eyeglasses Holder

Beat the Heat with an Easy to Make Fan
Here’s a fun, easy gift idea that even toddlers can make. Mom, Dad, … [Read More...] about Beat the Heat with an Easy to Make Fan

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

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

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

Aluminum Can Dimensional Star
By Noreen Doll. Create an aluminum can dimensional star to use with your decorations. Aluminum cans are bright … [Read More...] about Aluminum Can Dimensional Star

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

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

Sparkly Paper Plate Angel
By Noreen Doll. Make an easy sparkly paper plate angel with silver spray paint and 2 paper plates. What You … [Read More...] about Sparkly Paper Plate Angel

Kids Angel Crafts to Make
Kids angel crafts to make has lots of easy ideas for kids to make for Christmas decorations. Most of the angel crafts … [Read More...] about Kids Angel Crafts to Make

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

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
