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 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
How to Repair a Paperback Book
By Noreen Doll. I was asked if I could repair a paperback book with a glued binding that had several of the pages … [Read More...] about How to Repair a Paperback Book
Frugal Cutting Tip
By Noreen Doll. Here's a frugal cutting tip that will help you conserve your supplies. When creating, kids … [Read More...] about Frugal Cutting Tip
Wax Paper Is Ideal for Crafting
By Noreen Doll. Wax paper can be found at the Dollar store or in the big box stores for a dollar or two. And … [Read More...] about Wax Paper Is Ideal for Crafting
Hot Pad Scissor Holder
By Noreen Doll. A scissor holder is a handy place to store your scissors, to protect the blades and to keep them away … [Read More...] about Hot Pad Scissor Holder
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
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
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
Valentine’s Day
Conversation Heart Cupcakes
By Noreen Doll. Make conversation heart cupcakes for a fun Valentine … [Read More...] about Conversation Heart Cupcakes
Valentine Gift Wrap
Boxes, baskets, pouches and cones become Valentine gift wrap ideas. Add a … [Read More...] about Valentine Gift Wrap
Heart Soda Can Lights
By Noreen Doll. Heart soda can lights can be used for many festive … [Read More...] about Heart Soda Can Lights
Paper Plate Heart Decoration
by Noreen Doll. Toddlers can easily make this paper plate heart … [Read More...] about Paper Plate Heart Decoration
Valentine Heart Candle
By Noreen Doll. Stick conversation hearts on a candle to make a fun … [Read More...] about Valentine Heart Candle
Preschool Valentine Day Crafts
These preschool Valentine Day crafts are easy to make. Kids can create … [Read More...] about Preschool Valentine Day Crafts
Valentine Day Crafts for Kids
Valentine Day crafts for kids has ideas for making decorations, as well as … [Read More...] about Valentine Day Crafts for Kids
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
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
Easter Crafts for Kids
For fun Easter crafts for kids, give these ideas a try. They are also great projects for a classroom party. For … [Read More...] about Easter Crafts for Kids
Garland Chick
by Noreen Doll. Craft an easy garland chick that has lots of personality. This fun chick can sit on your … [Read More...] about Garland Chick
DIY Easy Easter Basket Grass
By Noreen Doll. It's late the night before Easter and you just realized you have no grass for the Easter … [Read More...] about DIY Easy Easter Basket Grass
Angel Crafts
Shamrock Angel
By Noreen Doll. A shamrock angel is a fun idea for a St. Patrick's Day decoration. It can be used on a mantel … [Read More...] about Shamrock Angel
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
Snowflake Angel
By Noreen Doll. A snowflake angel is quick and easy to make and would make a nice little gift to add to the top of a … [Read More...] about Snowflake Angel
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
