By Noeen Doll. This Kicky Chickie Finger Puppet would be perfect for a toddler to play with, or just to entertain one. The chick's legs are created by the fingers the wearer sticks through the holes at the bottom of the puppet, and they are easy and fun for a small child to use. The chicks are so fast and easy to make, you can do several very … [Read more...] about Kicky Chickie Finger Puppet
Archives for February 2014
Pot of Gold Shamrock Bouquet
By Noreen Doll. Make a festive Pot of Gold Shamrock Bouquet to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. I used a recycled can, but you could use a flower pot or small glass jar instead. I used Rolos candies for the gold because we have a nut allergy in the family, but you can use any gold wrapped candy. Supplies. Recycled Can 9 Inch Square of Black Felt Green … [Read more...] about Pot of Gold Shamrock Bouquet
Glitter Shamrock Button Covers
By Noreen Doll. Glitter shamrock button covers are a quick way to add holiday elegance to an everyday blouse. They are very easy to make and attractive to use. Here's an easy way to make a shamrock from craft foam or you can buy shamrock glitter stickers. Supplies. Shamrock Glitter Stickers Craft Knife How to Make Glitter Shamrock Button … [Read more...] about Glitter Shamrock Button Covers
Easy Way to Make a Shamrock
By Noreen Doll. Shamrocks can be a bit tricky to make look nice and even, but here's an easy way to make a shamrock. All you need is one heart, and you can make any size shamrock depending on the size of heart you use. Here's how you do it. Supplies. 1 Heart (How to make a heart pattern.) 1 Sheet of Paper Pencil with Eraser An Easy Way to Make a … [Read more...] about Easy Way to Make a Shamrock
Green Chile Beef (Gluten Free)
By Noreen Doll. Green Chile Beef is a family favorite. And it's easy to make in the crockpot. Start it in the morning and it's ready for dinner. Add rice or tortillas and a salad, and dinner is finished. We package the leftovers in single serving sizes in ziplock bags and freeze them. Later you can heat just one, or more, depending on how many people you're … [Read more...] about Green Chile Beef (Gluten Free)
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 an easy way to cut holes in the middle of something. If the item is soft and flexible and bends easily, cut the hole like this. Fold the item in half so you can see half of the hole on either side. Using sharp scissors, cut a small slit in the … [Read more...] about How to Cut Holes in the Middle of Something
How to Make a Heart Pattern
By Noreen Doll. A heart pattern is one of the easiest patterns to make. Fold a piece of paper in half and draw half a heart next to the fold. Cut out the heart while the paper is still folded. Open the heart after it is cut out. You can make all kinds of variations to a simple heart pattern. Make it long and skinny. Make it … [Read more...] about How to Make a Heart Pattern