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
Ideas for Re-Using Plastic Packaging
By Noreen Doll. Many gifts this year will come packaged in plastic and most of it is either recycled or thrown in the … [Read More...] about Ideas for Re-Using Plastic Packaging
Quick Clean Up Tip for Raw Egg Mess
by Noreen Doll. Drop an Egg on the floor? Here's a quick clean up tip. Grab your salt box and sprinkle a … [Read More...] about Quick Clean Up Tip for Raw Egg Mess
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
Sharpen Decorative Edge Scissors
By Noreen Doll. Decorative edge scissors are fun to use, and they leave pretty edges on paper projects. A good … [Read More...] about Sharpen Decorative Edge Scissors
How to Turn a Soda Can into a Flat Sheet of Aluminum
There are lots of great crafts you can make from aluminum cans. And the colorful logos on the cans add to the … [Read More...] about How to Turn a Soda Can into a Flat Sheet of Aluminum
DIY Plastic Protective Notepad Covers
By Noreen Doll. This is a notepad I carry wherever I go. However, after I've carried the notepad for a … [Read More...] about DIY Plastic Protective Notepad Covers
The Best Back Scratcher I’ve Ever Had!
By Noreen Doll. The best back scratcher I've ever had is a metal pasta spoon. I've mostly lived in a dry … [Read More...] about The Best Back Scratcher I’ve Ever Had!
How to Cut Holes in the Middle of Something
By Noreen Doll. I make lots of projects that require holes in the middle where they are hard to cut. Here is … [Read More...] about How to Cut Holes in the Middle of Something
Valentine’s Day
Valentine Gifts for Kids
Kids love celebrating any holiday, and you can make small Valentine gifts … [Read More...] about Valentine Gifts for Kids
Lasting Valentine Bouquet
By Noreen Doll. Here's a fun Valentine bouquet your kids can create. It … [Read More...] about Lasting Valentine Bouquet
Heart Soda Can Lights
By Noreen Doll. Heart soda can lights can be used for many festive … [Read More...] about Heart Soda Can Lights
Sparkly Heart Button Covers
By Noreen Doll. For a fun way to glitz up your outfit, try these sparkly … [Read More...] about Sparkly Heart Button Covers
Valentine Clipart
If you are looking for Valentine clipart and graphics, and free printables … [Read More...] about Valentine Clipart
Sweetheart Angel
By Noreen Doll. Create a sweetheart angel for your loved … [Read More...] about Sweetheart Angel
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
How to Make a Peep Stamp
By Noreen Doll. Peeps are so popular, and it's fun to craft with them, too. Here's an easy way to make your … [Read More...] about How to Make a Peep Stamp
Lollipop Bouquet
By Noreen Doll. Here's an easy lollipop bouquet that would make a fun centerpiece for a kid's party. Or the … [Read More...] about Lollipop Bouquet
Bunny Money Hugs
By Noreen Doll. Bunny Money Hugs is a fun way to give a gift of cash. This bunny holds tight to the money! It … [Read More...] about Bunny Money Hugs
Stand Up Chickie
This fun little chick has a removable beak and feet. And he stands up by himself. Materials Craft Foam or Card … [Read More...] about Stand Up Chickie
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
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
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
