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Newest Project

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 Coffee Dye or Tea Dye

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

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

Easy DIY Puzzle Board

Easy DIY Puzzle Board

We love to work jigsaw puzzles, but it’s sometimes difficult to find a surface large enough for working a … [Read More...] about Easy DIY Puzzle Board

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

Remove Burned-On Food from a Pan

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 Blow an Egg

How to Blow an Egg

By Noreen Doll. There are lots of Easter crafts that need a blown egg shell. Try this easy way to blow an … [Read More...] about How to Blow an Egg

Clean Your Oven Without Scrubbing

Clean Your Oven Without Scrubbing

By Noreen Doll. A friend moved into a place that was in really bad shape, and she asked for ideas on how to clean … [Read More...] about Clean Your Oven Without Scrubbing

Forgot Your Tape Measure?

Forgot Your Tape Measure?

By Noreen Doll. Don’t you hate it when you’re shopping for an item in a home improvement store that needs to be … [Read More...] about Forgot Your Tape Measure?

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Fall Ideas

Autumn Angel

Autumn Angel

September 11, 2012 By Noreen 54 Comments

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

Pumpkin Crafts

Pumpkin Crafts

June 19, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

Everyone likes to make pumpkin crafts and Jack-O-Lanterns for Halloween … [Read More...] about Pumpkin Crafts

Hanging 3-D Leaf Ornament

Hanging 3-D Leaf Ornament

November 3, 2014 By Noreen 12 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Create a beautiful paper hanging 3-D leaf ornament that … [Read More...] about Hanging 3-D Leaf Ornament

Thanksgiving Crafts

Thanksgiving Crafts

June 28, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

Easy, unique Thanksgiving crafts are fun for the whole … [Read More...] about Thanksgiving Crafts

Paper Plate Pop Up Turkey

Paper Plate Pop Up Turkey

June 23, 2012 By Noreen 58 Comments

By Noreen Doll. This paper plate pop up turkey is so easy even a toddler … [Read More...] about Paper Plate Pop Up Turkey

Kids Pumpkin Crafts

Kids Pumpkin Crafts

June 17, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

Kids pumpkin crafts will be enjoyed by older children. They have more … [Read More...] about Kids Pumpkin Crafts

Preschool Pumpkin Crafts

Preschool Pumpkin Crafts

June 17, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

Preschool pumpkin crafts are an especially fun activity for … [Read More...] about Preschool Pumpkin Crafts

More Ideas for Fall

Halloween

Halloween Cards

Halloween Cards

Here are 2 fun Halloween cards I made. by Noreen Doll … [Read More...] about Halloween Cards

Halloween Silverware Holder

Halloween Silverware Holder

By Noreen Doll. Create a creepy Halloween Silverware Holder using a pot holder. You can have lots of fun with … [Read More...] about Halloween Silverware Holder

Haunted Money Hugs

Haunted Money Hugs

By Noreen Doll. Haunted Money Hugs is a fun way for Grandparents to give their grandkids a little holiday … [Read More...] about Haunted Money Hugs

Spider Web Candle Jar

Spider Web Candle Jar

By Noreen Doll. A Spider Web Candle Jar is a fun Halloween project. When i saw this spider web lace at the … [Read More...] about Spider Web Candle Jar

More Halloween Ideas

Patriotic

Patriotic Postage Stamp Magnets

Patriotic Postage Stamp Magnets

by Noreen Doll. Patriotic postage stamp magnets are a quick and easy project that even kids can do. They make … [Read More...] about Patriotic Postage Stamp Magnets

American Flag Crafts

American Flag Crafts

American flag crafts are perfect for the 4th of July. There are few things more stirring than seeing the American … [Read More...] about American Flag Crafts

Flag Crafts for Kids

Flag Crafts for Kids

Kids enjoy all kinds of crafting and making flag crafts for kids encourages them to learn about Independence Day and … [Read More...] about Flag Crafts for Kids

Aluminum Can Dimensional Star

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

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More 4th of July Crafts

Angel Crafts

Sparkly Paper Plate Angel

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

Easy Paperclip Angel Ornament

Easy Paperclip Angel Ornament

By Noreen Doll. This easy paperclip angel ornament is so quick to make, you can make a dozen or two in an … [Read More...] about Easy Paperclip Angel Ornament

Dollar Bill Angel

Dollar Bill Angel

By Noreen Doll. Angels are very popular, and here's a fun Dollar Bill Angel you can make. It is a much nicer … [Read More...] about Dollar Bill Angel

Lollipop Angel

Lollipop Angel

By Noreen Doll. This sweet lollipop angel is a great favor idea for kids. And it is also easy for kids to … [Read More...] about Lollipop Angel

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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

Bunny Money

Bunny Money

Unique Graduation Gifts

Unique Graduation Gifts

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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