By Noreen Doll. Angels are very popular, and here's a fun Dollar Bill Angel you can make. It is a much nicer way to give a gift of cash, and easy to create. You can give any amount of cash this way. For instance you could make the body from a $10 bill and the wings from two $5 bills. Supplies. 3 Crisp Dollar Bills, Any Denomination Double Sided … [Read more...] about Dollar Bill Angel
Dollar Bill Turkey
By Noreen Doll. Wouldn't it be fun to set a Dollar Bill Turkey at each place setting on your Thanksgiving table! Or to set one at each of the kid's places. They're very easy to make, and I like to add features to them. Materials. Crisp Dollar Bill Craft Foam, Felt, or Card Stock Scraps Scissors Double Sided Tape How to Make a Dollar Bill … [Read more...] about Dollar Bill Turkey
One Sheet Advent Pocket Book
By Noreen Doll. This One Sheet Advent Pocket Book is actually made of 3 one sheet books put together, as 24 pages were needed for the 24 days in December leading up to Christmas Day. So basically, you make 3 quick and easy 8 page pocket books and then combine them into one larger book. Ideas for Christmas activities and holiday fun can be found … [Read more...] about One Sheet Advent Pocket Book
Ideas for Christmas Activities
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
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)
