By Noreen Doll. This Boy Scout stamp ornament, made with a U.S. postage stamp, is special because it commemorates a unique occasion - the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. Because this is an ornament for young men, and because one of the objects of Scouting is to help them learn to live in the outdoors, I used more rugged materials in making it. On … [Read more...] about Boy Scout Stamp Ornament
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Duct Tape Business Card Case
By Noreen Doll. A great gift for a guy is this duct tape business card case. They are sturdy, inexpensive and easy to make. It's even a great idea for women, as duct tape now comes in a fantastic array of colors! I like using a plain color with a multi color for an interesting look. You can find duct tape in Walmart, Home Depot & Lowes, … [Read more...] about Duct Tape Business Card Case
Travel Tic Tac Toe
by Noreen Doll. Travel Tic Tac Toe games can be made out of almost anything. This one uses light weight craft foam which is easy to use and light to carry. This is a great game for kids to make for their siblings and friends. They are so quick to make that several games can be made in one afternoon. Visit the dollar store to find 10 packs of craft foam … [Read more...] about Travel Tic Tac Toe
Toddler Games – Dominoes
by Noreen Doll. Toddler games of dominoes are quick and easy to make and fun for toddlers to play. Because they are made from craft foam, they are durable and light weight, and would make a great travel game. Preschoolers can make their own dominoes game, or can make gifts for their friends and siblings. 10 pack sheets of craft foam can be found at the … [Read more...] about Toddler Games – Dominoes
Dinosaur Matching Game for Toddler
© by Noreen Doll. This easy cheap dinosaur matching game for toddler fun can be quickly put together. Kids can easily make it for younger siblings or friends. In addition to matching, toddlers can learn colors and begin learning some of the dinosaur names. Find craft foam sheet packs and 100 packs of foam stickers at the dollar store for $1. These would … [Read more...] about Dinosaur Matching Game for Toddler
Duct Tape Wallet
© by Noreen Doll. Duct tape wallets are very popular with teens right now. They are also a great gift idea for most adults - especially men. I have made several, mostly for boys, and they are all using them regularly. I have discovered that teen girls like them, too, and fortunately duct tape can now be found in many bright colors and … [Read more...] about Duct Tape Wallet
Envelope Gift Bags
© by Noreen Doll. Envelope gift bags are easy to make and perfect for small gifts. You can use any size or color and decorate it to fit the occasion. You don't need lots of paper crafting supplies to make an interesting and attractive gift bag. Use what you have on hand: old greeting cards, newspapers, old book pages, used or new gift wrap, construction paper, and … [Read more...] about Envelope Gift Bags
Small Paper Gift Bags
By Noreen Doll. These small paper gift bags are the perfect size for a gift card, folded cash, or any small gift. They are very easy to make using a business size envelope. You can get 2 gift bags from one envelope. You could also use a regular size envelope, but you would only have 1 bag. It is easy to create several of these bags while you are making them, and … [Read more...] about Small Paper Gift Bags
Small Gift Bags
By Noreen Doll. These quick, cheap small gift bags can easily hold a gift card or cash, as well as other small gift items. You can easily craft lots of small paper gift bags that are created with an envelope, and you can use any size or color. What You Need Envelope Pencil Ruler Scissors Card Stock Scraps Embellishments: ribbons, flowers, … [Read more...] about Small Gift Bags
Envelope Basket
By Noreen Doll. An envelope basket is quick and easy to make, and can be used any time of the year. Kids can easily make these baskets, too, and it would be a fun favor to fill with goodies for a classroom party or a birthday party. It could also be a fun way to present a small gift. And here's a way to make your own DIY Easy Easter Basket Grass. What You … [Read more...] about Envelope Basket
Map Bagalope
By Noreen Doll. A map bagalope is a great way to present a small travel gift. Save your old atlases and maps and reuse them to make interesting gift wraps and bags. It's a great way to wrap a present for a guy. This map bagalope is easy to put together and fun to give. What You Need Envelope - you can use any size Card Stock Scrap Ribbon - 2 short … [Read more...] about Map Bagalope
Basic Bagalope
By Noreen Doll. Learn to make a fast basic bagalope - a gift bag made with an envelope - that can be finished in many different ways. A bagalope is quick and easy to make and perfect for small gifts. All you need to create one is an envelope, scissors, ruler, and pencil - all items most people have already. You can find instructions for these all over the internet, … [Read more...] about Basic Bagalope
