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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

Super Quick Way to Shred Meat

Super Quick Way to Shred Meat

By Noreen Doll. Many recipes call for shredded meat. Here's the quickest way I've found to shred … [Read More...] about Super Quick Way to Shred Meat

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

Pot Handle Hot Pad Grip

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

How to Sharpen a Punch

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

Tiny Hole Punch Tip

Tiny Hole Punch Tip

By Noreen Doll. Here's a great tiny hole punch tip for when you want to make a neat small hole without tearing the … [Read More...] about Tiny Hole Punch Tip

Sharpie Touch Up Trick

Sharpie Touch Up Trick

Here’s an easy way to make a project look more professional. We put some hooks in a closet, and the silver … [Read More...] about Sharpie Touch Up Trick

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

Frugal Craft Tips

Frugal Craft Tips

© by Noreen Doll. By using these frugal craft tips, there are many creative ways you can help keep your costs … [Read More...] about Frugal Craft Tips

More Creative Tips

Valentine’s Day

Valentine Gift Ideas

Valentine Gift Ideas

July 4, 2012 By Noreen 1 Comment

Here are a few Valentine gift ideas you might like to use for some of the … [Read More...] about Valentine Gift Ideas

Valentine Gift Wrap

Valentine Gift Wrap

July 4, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

Boxes, baskets, pouches and cones become Valentine gift wrap ideas. Add a … [Read More...] about Valentine Gift Wrap

Valentine Candle

Valentine Candle

January 17, 2013 By Noreen 16 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Create a quick and easy Valentine candle … [Read More...] about Valentine Candle

Lasting Valentine Bouquet

Lasting Valentine Bouquet

January 23, 2013 By Noreen 52 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Here's a fun Valentine bouquet your kids can create. It … [Read More...] about Lasting Valentine Bouquet

Hanging Heart Ornament

Hanging Heart Ornament

June 26, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

By Noreen Doll. Use up smaller pieces of paper to create a hanging heart … [Read More...] about Hanging Heart Ornament

Printable Valentine Games

Printable Valentine Games

July 1, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

If you need Valentine activities for your kids, try some of these printable … [Read More...] about Printable Valentine Games

Conversation Heart Necklace

Conversation Heart Necklace

January 21, 2013 By Noreen 35 Comments

By Noreen Doll. A conversation heart necklace can be a nice accessory … [Read More...] about Conversation Heart Necklace

More Ideas for Valentine's Day

St. Patrick’s Day

Basic Brown Paper Bag Wreath

Basic Brown Paper Bag Wreath

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

St. Patrick’s Day Ribbon Bouquet

St. Patrick’s Day Ribbon Bouquet

Today I have a tutorial for a St. Patrick's Day Ribbon Bouquet on the Bowdabra website. It's a fun idea for … [Read More...] about St. Patrick’s Day Ribbon Bouquet

Shamrock Soda Can Lights

Shamrock Soda Can Lights

By Noreen Doll. Create shamrock soda can lights for an unusual way to decorate for St. Patrick's Day. And … [Read More...] about Shamrock Soda Can Lights

TP Tube Shamrock Stamp

TP Tube Shamrock Stamp

By Noreen Doll. A TP tube shamrock stamp is an easy fun craft tool for kids. Make it from a recycled paper … [Read More...] about TP Tube Shamrock Stamp

More St. Patrick's Day Ideas

Easter

Peep Pops

Peep Pops

By Noreen Doll. Peep Pops are a great treat for Easter. What could be better than Peeps and chocolate? You can … [Read More...] about Peep Pops

Easter Sweet Treats

Easter Sweet Treats

Special treats are nice for any Holiday occasion, and these Easter sweet treats are easy and fun to make. Use these … [Read More...] about Easter Sweet Treats

Free Easter Crafts

Free Easter Crafts

These free Easter crafts will go together quickly and can be made also by kids, with a little help. Make a countdown … [Read More...] about Free Easter Crafts

Easter Basket from a Cereal Box

Easter Basket from a Cereal Box

By Noreen Doll. You can make a cute Easter basket from a cereal box. And it's fun to decorate the basket after … [Read More...] about Easter Basket from a Cereal Box

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Angel Crafts

Autumn Angel

Autumn Angel

By Noreen Doll. Craft a rustic looking autumn angel with silk leaves in fall colors. You can find silk leaves … [Read More...] about Autumn Angel

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

Sweetheart 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

Kids Angel Crafts to Make

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

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

Christmas Money Tree

Christmas Money Tree

Money Origami

Money Origami

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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