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
Neglected Fence Fix
By Noreen Doll. A friend bought a fixer upper house that had a neighbor on one side who wasn't interested in keeping … [Read More...] about Neglected Fence Fix
Cheap Laminating
By Noreen Doll. You can use packaging tape for cheap laminating if you don't have - and don't want to buy - a … [Read More...] about Cheap Laminating
Emergency Thermal Bowl
The other day I needed a way to carry a bowl of hot food a short distance. Since I don’t have a wide mouth … [Read More...] about Emergency Thermal Bowl
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 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
Make Sandpaper Last Longer
By Noreen Doll. Use packing tape to make sandpaper last longer. Whenever I would sand a project, it seemed … [Read More...] about Make Sandpaper Last Longer
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!)
DIY Alcohol Hand Wipes
By Noreen Doll. Make DIY alcohol hand wipes. Especially during cold and flu season, I use hand wipes a lot. … [Read More...] about DIY Alcohol Hand Wipes
Valentine’s Day
Stretchy Valentine Heart Bracelet
By Noreen Doll. Little girls will love wearing a stretchy Valentine … [Read More...] about Stretchy Valentine Heart Bracelet
Printable Valentines Day Coloring Pages
Here are some great printable Valentines Day coloring pages to help kids of … [Read More...] about Printable Valentines Day Coloring Pages
Valentine Heart Headband
By Noreen Doll. Make a fun Valentine heart headband for a little … [Read More...] about Valentine Heart Headband
Unusual Valentine Cards
Sometimes you want to go to the extra effort to make unusual Valentine … [Read More...] about Unusual Valentine Cards
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
Heart Soda Can Lights
By Noreen Doll. Heart soda can lights can be used for many festive … [Read More...] about Heart Soda Can Lights
Sweetheart Angel
By Noreen Doll. Create a sweetheart angel for your loved … [Read More...] about Sweetheart Angel
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
Kids Easter Bunny Crafts
Kids Easter bunny crafts are a fun easy way to entertain children and would make great school party crafts. Help … [Read More...] about Kids Easter Bunny Crafts
Easter Egg Bouquet
By Noreen Doll. When I first had the idea to make an Easter egg bouquet, I never expected it to turn out so … [Read More...] about Easter Egg Bouquet
Peek a Boo Peep
By Noreen Doll. A Peek a Boo Peep would be a fun little non-candy gift to add to an Easter basket. It is … [Read More...] about Peek a Boo Peep
Easter Bunny Crafts
What would springtime be without Easter bunny crafts! Kids of all ages love bunnies, and so do grown-ups. Enjoy … [Read More...] about Easter Bunny Crafts
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
Butterfly Angel
By Noreen Doll. This butterfly angel is easy and inexpensive to make with Christmas tree ornaments. I found … [Read More...] about Butterfly Angel
Christmas Craft Ideas
Using Christmas craft ideas is a favorite pastime. I have always particularly loved the Christmas season. Spending … [Read More...] about Christmas Craft Ideas
Folded Circle Angel
by Noreen Doll. Create an easy folded circle angel and then use it as an ornament or gift tag, or enclose it in a … [Read More...] about Folded Circle Angel
