by Noreen Doll. Candy Cane Fudge is a great recipe that combines two favorite sweet treats: candy canes and chocolate. It's so easy that kids can make it with some adult help. Don't forget to supervise them when using the stove. Mix in a saucepan: 1 cup sugar 1/3 cup cocoa Stir in: 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup milk 1 Tablespoon corn syrup Bring … [Read more...] about Candy Cane Fudge
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Candy Cane Cookies
by Noreen Doll. Candy cane cookies are fun and easy to make. It's a great family activity. I found this recipe in a newspaper several years ago and it became a tradition to make these candy cane cookies whenever a favorite aunt came to visit from out of town. She made a point of coming at some time before Christmas just to be able to do some fun pre-Christmas … [Read more...] about Candy Cane Cookies
Edgar Allen Poe Topiary
© by Noreen Doll. An Edgar Allen Poe topiary is perfect for Halloween. He was a master of creepy story telling, and The Raven is one of his works. You can even use some recyclables to make this easy topiary. What You Need A Black Bird Styrofoam Ball Newspaper - Cut into 2 inch squares Tacky Glue or other glue Recycled Tin Can Wood Dowel - 10 1/2 … [Read more...] about Edgar Allen Poe Topiary
Creepy Crawly Pumpkin Topiary
By Noreen Doll. Craft a creepy crawly pumpkin topiary to decorate your Halloween table. I try not to use expensive items for crafting because I know lots of people couldn't afford to make crafts if it required purchasing expensive supplies. And I like to recycle as much as possible. So head to your recycle bin for most of your supplies and finish up at … [Read more...] about Creepy Crawly Pumpkin Topiary
Greeting Card Gift Boxes
By Noreen Doll. Recycle used cards into greeting card gift boxes. This is a great way to reuse your cards and make clever gift boxes at the same time. You can't make really large boxes because the cards aren't large enough, but these boxes would be a perfect place for many small gifts. Because the cards are colorful, you won't need wrapping paper - just tie with a … [Read more...] about Greeting Card Gift Boxes
Photo Tile Magnet
By Noreen Doll. An old family photo tile magnet is easy to make and a great gift idea! A few years ago I attended a family reunion with a large group of relatives I had not previously known. It happened that I had a photo of our common ancestor that no one else had, or was even aware existed. I wanted to take some small gift to each family as a remembrance of the … [Read more...] about Photo Tile Magnet
Money Origami
Money origami is the process of folding paper money to look like something else, and can result in some clever cash gift presentation ideas. No dollar bills were harmed in the creative process! Here are some original ideas. Dollar Bill Birthday Candles Anyone will love receiving Dollar Bill Birthday Candles. Secret Heart Money Holder Hide money in a Secret … [Read more...] about Money Origami
Mothers Day Coloring Pages
By Noreen Doll. Using Mothers Day coloring pages is an additional way for kids to make something special for Mom - and something she will cherish. Print pages for kids to color for Mom, Grandma, and all the other great Moms who interact with your child. More great Mothers Day printables for kids. Mothers Day Coloring Pages There are lots of Mothers Day coloring … [Read more...] about Mothers Day Coloring Pages
No Sew Fingerless Gloves
By Noreen Doll. (Look for my sewing version of fingerless gloves on Jewelry Making Journal.) Make a quick pair of no-sew fingerless gloves from a pair of knee socks. During cold weather, when I am working at my computer or crafting, my wrists and hands often get very cold. Because I need my fingers free to type or craft, I can't wear gloves for warmth. And … [Read more...] about No Sew Fingerless Gloves
Fingerless Gloves
By Noreen Doll. Today my fingerless gloves are being featured on Jewelry Making Journal as fingerless jewelry making gloves. I originally made these fingerless gloves to keep my wrists and hands warm when I spend long periods of time using my computer during the cold weather season. Then I started wearing them for crafting, as well. They are very inexpensive … [Read more...] about Fingerless Gloves
Map Covered Gift Box
by Noreen Doll. A map covered gift box is easy to make, and a great recycling idea. Recently we were replacing an old road atlas with a current one. I didn't want to dispose of the old atlas as I have seen lots of crafts I really like that use maps. About the same time we gained some fairly large, sturdy shoe boxes. We brainstormed a little and decided we … [Read more...] about Map Covered Gift Box
Holly Jolly Notepads
By Noreen Doll. Holly jolly notepads are perfect as a small gift for a friend or co-worker, and because of their size would be wonderful stocking stuffers. Plan to make a bunch of them at once and they will go together quickly. Your kids may like to make some with you, so they can give some to their friends. Christmas notepads would also make great party favors … [Read more...] about Holly Jolly Notepads
