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 Dry Paint Quickly
By Noreen Doll. One way to dry paint quickly is to set your project outside on a warm sunny day. But if you … [Read More...] about How to Dry Paint Quickly
Quick Garment Cover
By Noreen Doll. I like to cover clothes hanging in my closet that I don't wear very often, or that are … [Read More...] about Quick Garment Cover
Remove Rust from the Shower
By Noreen Doll. This morning I noticed rust stains on a shelf in the shower, left by a metal can of shaving gel that … [Read More...] about Remove Rust from the Shower
PVC Pipe Rack
By Noreen Doll. This PVC pipe rack is very easy to put together and can have many uses. It can be used as an … [Read More...] about PVC Pipe Rack
Apple Buying Tip
By Noreen Doll. Once you've found a bag of apples or other produce that is fairly unblemished, how do you get them … [Read More...] about Apple Buying Tip
Bug Scoop for the Squeamish!
Dead or alive! by Noreen Doll. Make an easy bug scoop with a cardboard tube. Anyone who has spent … [Read More...] about Bug Scoop for the Squeamish!
Frugal Crafting
© by Noreen Doll. Frugal crafting is a part of how I create. i don't like to throw away perfectly usable things, so … [Read More...] about Frugal Crafting
Placemats Are a Great Teaching Tool
By Noreen Doll. We've discovered that placemats are a great teaching tool. Kids love to use the colorful mats at … [Read More...] about Placemats Are a Great Teaching Tool
Valentine’s Day
Sweetheart Angel
By Noreen Doll. Create a sweetheart angel for your loved … [Read More...] about Sweetheart Angel
Paper Plate Valentine Card
By Noreen Doll. Make a paper plate Valentine card that can be as … [Read More...] about Paper Plate Valentine Card
Unusual Valentine Cards
Sometimes you want to go to the extra effort to make unusual Valentine … [Read More...] about Unusual Valentine Cards
Valentine Candle
By Noreen Doll. Create a quick and easy Valentine candle … [Read More...] about Valentine Candle
Lollipop Bouquet
By Noreen Doll. Here's an easy lollipop bouquet that would make a fun … [Read More...] about Lollipop Bouquet
Lasting Valentine Bouquet
By Noreen Doll. Here's a fun Valentine bouquet your kids can create. It … [Read More...] about Lasting Valentine Bouquet
Dollar Bill Heart Mouse
Make your Dollar Bill origami just a little more fun by turning it into a … [Read More...] about Dollar Bill Heart Mouse
St. Patrick’s Day
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
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
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
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
Easter
Candy Carrots
By Noreen Doll. You can make fun candy carrots for favors on your Easter table. They are perfect for using … [Read More...] about Candy Carrots
Origami Basket
By Noreen Doll. This origami basket is actually like one half of an origami box with a lid. And you can make it … [Read More...] about Origami Basket
Easter Egg Crafts
Many of these Easter egg crafts can be done by kids and preschoolers. It's a good idea to be nearby while egg dyeing … [Read More...] about Easter Egg Crafts
Bunny Bagalope
By Noreen Doll. Make a fun bunny bagalope with an envelope. It's easy and quick to do and could be used as a … [Read More...] about Bunny Bagalope
Angel Crafts
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
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
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
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
