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
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
How to Insulate Windows from the Summer Sun (Cheaply!)
I live where it gets hot in the summer! One of the upstairs rooms has 3 enormous west facing windows so the hot … [Read More...] about How to Insulate Windows from the Summer Sun (Cheaply!)
Cardboard Safety Sheath for a Knife
By Noreen Doll. A cardboard safety sheath for a knife is very handy, not only to protect the blade of the knife, but … [Read More...] about Cardboard Safety Sheath for a Knife
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
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
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
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 … [Read More...] about DIY Paper Towel Face Mask
Slippery Purse Strap Fix
Have you ever had a purse whose strap was so slippery it just wouldn’t stay on your shoulder? My daughter has a … [Read More...] about Slippery Purse Strap Fix
Mother’s Day
Dollar Bill Butterfly
A Dollar Bill Butterfly is a nice shape for many gift giving occasions, and … [Read More...] about Dollar Bill Butterfly
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
Mothers Day Printables
By Noreen Doll. For Mothers Day printables you can find Mother's Day … [Read More...] about Mothers Day Printables
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
Mothers Day Coloring Pages
By Noreen Doll. Using Mothers Day coloring pages is an additional way … [Read More...] about Mothers Day Coloring Pages
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
Cheap Mothers Day Flowers
by Noreen Doll. You can make very nice cheap Mothers Day … [Read More...] about Cheap Mothers Day Flowers
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
Patriotic Fan from a Deck of Cards
by Noreen Doll. Even kids can make a patriotic fan from a deck of cards. It's a great 4th of July or Memorial … [Read More...] about Patriotic Fan from a Deck of Cards
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
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
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
Angel Crafts
Bath Pouf Angel
By Noreen Doll. You need only a few things to put a fluffy bath pouf angel together. The angel can be placed in a … [Read More...] about Bath Pouf Angel
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
Bell Angel Garland
By Noreen Doll. If you love angels, this Bell Angel Garland is perfect for you! It's quick, easy and … [Read More...] about Bell Angel Garland
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
