By Noreen Doll. Christmas is a special and exciting time for kids, and sometimes they can get over excited. By planning activities for them to do each day, it gives them focus and helps them also to think of others. Here are some ideas for things kids can do while waiting for Christmas to arrive. On Dec. 1st, make a garland of rings to count down to … [Read more...] about Ideas for Christmas Activities
Archives for 2014
Clothespin Angel
By Noreen Doll. A clothespin angel can be made from the simplest of materials. Use scraps of ribbon, plus a few craft supplies you probably already have. Perch an angel atop a vase or centerpiece. Use her as a package decoration, or she can be a Christmas clothespin ornament and sit on a tree branch. We have a musical group of angels lovingly made, who … [Read more...] about Clothespin Angel
Hanging 3-D Leaf Ornament
By Noreen Doll. Create a beautiful paper hanging 3-D leaf ornament that twists and turns like it's floating down from a tree branch. It would make a lovely decoration for a fall or Thanksgiving party, especially if you make several in all the gorgeous fall leaf colors. If you have pre-made leaves like these, then it is very quick to put this … [Read more...] about Hanging 3-D Leaf Ornament
Super Quick Way to Shred Meat
By Noreen Doll. Many recipes call for shredded meat. Here's the quickest way I've found to shred meat. Before cooking, cube the meat into 2 inch cubes. Cook meat in your crock pot, oven, or stove top. When the meat is finished cooking and ready to shred, simply use a potato masher to shred it. Mash the meat, twisting the potato masher back and … [Read more...] about Super Quick Way to Shred Meat
Remove Rust from the Shower
By Noreen Doll. This morning I noticed rust stains on a shelf in the shower, left by a metal can of shaving gel that had been sitting in water. I decided to try my usual cleaner, and it worked quickly and easily. I sprinkled some baking soda on the rust stain and then added a little white vinegar to make a paste. With just a bit of scrubbing using a paper … [Read more...] about Remove Rust from the Shower
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 to use as prizes at a Halloween party. It would also be fun to scatter a few into a centerpiece on your table, or use at place settings. Materials. Dollar Bill Black Craft Foam White Paper Scrap Ruler Pencil / Pen Scissors How to … [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 make a great classroom project. They are so quick and easy to make, they could also be fun treat bag hand outs, as you can make a lot of them from just 1 milk jug. Other materials that could be used to create a ghost pencil topper are craft foam, … [Read more...] about Spooky Ghost Pencil Topper
Bone Appetit Napkin Ring
By Noreen Doll. This easy Bone Appetit Napkin Ring is so quick it could be made at the last minute for a party or dinner. Kids could be a great help with it, or they could make them for a school party. Materials. White Craft Foam Sheet Pencil Paper Scissors How to Make a Bone Appetit Napkin Ring. 1. Make a paper pattern of the … [Read more...] about Bone Appetit Napkin Ring
Apple Crisp (Gluten Free)
By Noreen Doll. Now that apple season is here, this gluten free Apple Crisp is a delicious dish to make. We love it fresh out of the oven, and it also makes a great breakfast the next morning - if there's any left! The secret to making really tasty Apple Crisp is to use at least 2 different kinds of tart cooking apples. We like Empire apples, Jonathons, and … [Read more...] about Apple Crisp (Gluten Free)
Vampire Bat Pencil Topper
By Noreen Doll. Bats are always popular with kids, so this vampire bat pencil topper will make a great project. Kids can create them, or you can make them as treats for a party or to hand out on Halloween. Because they are quick and easy, they would also be a great classroom project. Materials. Black Craft Foam Pencil Scissors Paper for … [Read more...] about Vampire Bat Pencil Topper
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 home without major bruising? During the process of checking out, my apples frequently got banged around so much by the cashier that I expected to find rotten applesauce when I got the apples home. So I needed to find a way to get them safely … [Read more...] about Apple Buying Tip
Mini Halloween Pocket Book
By Noreen Doll. Make a fun Mini Halloween Pocket Book and fill it with insects, bats, ghosts, and more! This cute book only needs one sheet of double sided scrap booking paper to make. Or if you don't have double sided paper, read on to see what I did. Wouldn't these make great Halloween party favors for kids, or prizes for any birthday party in … [Read more...] about Mini Halloween Pocket Book
