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
Cheap Amateur Painting Tips
By Noreen Doll. Periodically we need to repaint a room in our house, and in the process have found some ways to make … [Read More...] about Cheap Amateur Painting 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 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
Summer Hat Style
Here’s how to turn a plain summer hat into a stylish summer hat to match your wardrobe. And it doesn’t cost much to do … [Read More...] about Summer Hat Style
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
How to Double or Triple a Recipe Accurately
By Noreen Doll. I have a recipe for Gingersnaps that makes such a small amount of cookies, that I need to double or … [Read More...] about How to Double or Triple a Recipe Accurately
Embroidery Thread Bobbin from a Milk Jug
By Noreen Doll. I had a little bit of plastic left around the opening of the milk jug and I wanted to be able to use … [Read More...] about Embroidery Thread Bobbin from a Milk Jug
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
Halloween
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
Pet Vampire Bat Bracelet
By Noreen Doll. What could be more fun than having your own pet vampire bat! Kids can make this clever project … [Read More...] about Pet Vampire Bat Bracelet
Dollar Bill Skull
By Noreen Doll. Fold a Dollar Bill Skull for a fun Halloween treat. This would be cute to give your kids, or … [Read More...] about Dollar Bill Skull
Spooky Ghost Pencil Topper
By Noreen Doll. Recycle a plastic jug to make a spooky ghost pencil topper. This cute Halloween idea would … [Read More...] about Spooky Ghost Pencil Topper
Thanksgiving
Turkey Finger Puppet
By Noreen Doll. Create a fun turkey finger puppet for kids. They … [Read More...] about Turkey Finger Puppet
More Pumpkin Crafts
Pumpkins and Jack-O-Lanterns are the most used decorations for Halloween … [Read More...] about More Pumpkin Crafts
Thanksgiving Thankfulness Crafts
Making Thanksgiving thankfulness crafts is a creative way to express our … [Read More...] about Thanksgiving Thankfulness Crafts
Fall Leaf Placemat
By Noreen Doll. A fall leaf placemat is another nice way to preserve … [Read More...] about Fall Leaf Placemat
Kids Turkey Crafts
Kids turkey crafts can be done by all ages. Young children may need a bit … [Read More...] about Kids Turkey Crafts
Jack O Lantern Finger Puppet
By Noreen Doll. Create an easy Jack O Lantern finger puppet that is … [Read More...] about Jack O Lantern Finger Puppet
Preschool Thanksgiving Crafts
Quick preschool Thanksgiving crafts are easy for young children to … [Read More...] about Preschool Thanksgiving Crafts
Christmas
Santa Crafts for Kids
Santa Claus crafts are always popular, and children will enjoy making these Santa crafts for kids. Peek a Boo … [Read More...] about Santa Crafts for Kids
Advent Calendars to Make
These fun Advent Calendars to make are created from so many different materials that I've just put them all … [Read More...] about Advent Calendars to Make
Gingerbread Man Wreath from a Brown Paper Bag
By Noreen Doll. This gingerbread man wreath is a great craft to make with kids. And it recycles brown paper grocery … [Read More...] about Gingerbread Man Wreath from a Brown Paper Bag
Turn Baby Socks into Keepsakes
By Noreen Doll. For a fun Christmas tree ornament, as well as a cherished keepsake, hang your little one's first pair … [Read More...] about Turn Baby Socks into Keepsakes
Gift Ideas
Preschool Mothers Day Crafts
By Noreen Doll. Even very small children will want to make preschool Mothers Day crafts. It's a nice opportunity for … [Read More...] about Preschool Mothers Day Crafts
Little Girls Jewelry
Use these easy ideas for making little girls jewelry. Little girls love to wear jewelry, whether it's their own or … [Read More...] about Little Girls Jewelry
Stretchy Valentine Heart Bracelet
By Noreen Doll. Little girls will love wearing a stretchy Valentine heart bracelet. It is easily made with … [Read More...] about Stretchy Valentine Heart Bracelet
Holly Jolly Notepads
By Noreen Doll. Holly jolly notepads are perfect as a small gift for a friend or co-worker, and because of their size … [Read More...] about Holly Jolly Notepads
