When we moved into our current home, we had to wait for a few weeks for the mortgage to close. During that time we wanted to cover the sliding glass door that led out to the patio. Because we didn’t yet own the home, we could not attach anything to the house. So we came up with this idea for covering the … [Read More...] about Removable Drapes for Sliding Glass Door
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Newest Project
DIY Knife Drawer Divider
Our kitchen drawer full of knives just wasn’t working. We knew that if we used dividers, it would be much more usable. I could have used cereal box cardboard to make the dividers, but I wanted something a little nicer. At Lowes I found a piece of wood that was 2 1/2 inches wide (the same as the drawer … [Read More...] about DIY Knife Drawer Divider
How to Clean Build-Up on a Glass Stovetop
By Noreen Doll. For months I had an impossible to remove hard build-up on my glass stovetop. I tried everything I could think of to remove it, and nothing worked. I even used the stuff made specifically for that purpose. Nothing! I had read that you could gently scrape burned on stains off using a … [Read More...] about How to Clean Build-Up on a Glass Stovetop
DIY Paper Towel Face Mask
Make your own quick and easy DIY Paper Towel Face Mask. Disclaimer: I have no medical credentials and this is not medical advice. This is merely an idea for making your own face masks. Please use your own judgement when making or wearing this face mask. These are strange and unsettling times - something most … [Read More...] about DIY Paper Towel Face Mask
Creative Tips
How to Prevent Cord Ends from Fraying While You Work
By Noreen Doll. Do you ever try to thread ribbon or twine through a punched hole only to have the end fray and spread … [Read More...] about How to Prevent Cord Ends from Fraying While You Work
How to Mark Dark Fabric or Paper for Cutting
by Noreen Doll. When you are trying to trace a pattern onto dark fabric or paper, it's often hard to find a medium … [Read More...] about How to Mark Dark Fabric or Paper for Cutting
How to Double or Triple a Recipe Accurately
By Noreen Doll. I have a recipe for Gingersnaps that makes such a small amount of cookies, that I need to double or … [Read More...] about How to Double or Triple a Recipe Accurately
An Easy Way to Peel a Boiled Egg
By Noreen Doll. Do you need an easy way to peel a boiled egg? It is so frustrating trying to peel a fresh … [Read More...] about An Easy Way to Peel a Boiled Egg
Summer Hat Style
Here’s how to turn a plain summer hat into a stylish summer hat to match your wardrobe. And it doesn’t cost much to do … [Read More...] about Summer Hat Style
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 … [Read More...] about How to Cut Holes in the Middle of Something
How to Sharpen a Punch
By Noreen Doll. Do you need to sharpen a punch? Any kind of punch can be sharpened this way. I was punching … [Read More...] about How to Sharpen a Punch
Keep Rings Safe When You’re Working in the Kitchen
By Noreen Doll. How do you keep rings safe when you're working in the kitchen? Lots of people keep a small … [Read More...] about Keep Rings Safe When You’re Working in the Kitchen
Fall Ideas
Paper Plate Pop Up Turkey
By Noreen Doll. This paper plate pop up turkey is so easy even a toddler … [Read More...] about Paper Plate Pop Up Turkey
Sparkly Leaf Button Covers
By Noreen Doll. Add a little glitz to a plain blouse for your Fall or … [Read More...] about Sparkly Leaf Button Covers
Kids Turkey Crafts
Kids turkey crafts can be done by all ages. Young children may need a bit … [Read More...] about Kids Turkey Crafts
Glittery Fall Leaf Earrings
By Noreen Doll. Create a fun pair of glittery fall leaf earrings to … [Read More...] about Glittery Fall Leaf Earrings
Turkey Finger Puppet
By Noreen Doll. Create a fun turkey finger puppet for kids. They … [Read More...] about Turkey Finger Puppet
Fall Leaf Turkey Magnet
By Noreen Doll. A fall leaf turkey magnet is quick and easy to … [Read More...] about Fall Leaf Turkey Magnet
Thanksgiving Countdown Calendar
A Thanksgiving countdown calendar is a nice way to help kids count down the … [Read More...] about Thanksgiving Countdown Calendar
Halloween
Halloween Cards
Here are 2 fun Halloween cards I made. by Noreen Doll … [Read More...] about Halloween Cards
Halloween Silverware Holder
By Noreen Doll. Create a creepy Halloween Silverware Holder using a pot holder. You can have lots of fun with … [Read More...] about Halloween Silverware Holder
Haunted Money Hugs
By Noreen Doll. Haunted Money Hugs is a fun way for Grandparents to give their grandkids a little holiday … [Read More...] about Haunted Money Hugs
Spider Web Candle Jar
By Noreen Doll. A Spider Web Candle Jar is a fun Halloween project. When i saw this spider web lace at the … [Read More...] about Spider Web Candle Jar
Patriotic
Milk Jug Garland
By Noreen Doll. Create a fun and crafty milk jug garland. This is so durable that you can hang it outside without … [Read More...] about Milk Jug Garland
History of the American Flag
In addition to making flag crafts, we need to understand the history of the American flag and the price that has been … [Read More...] about History of the American Flag
Paper Plate Pop Up Firecrackers
By Noreen Doll. Paper Plate Pop Up Firecrackers are a fun patriotic craft for kids to make for Memorial Day or 4th of … [Read More...] about Paper Plate Pop Up Firecrackers
Basic Brown Paper Bag Wreath
By Noreen Doll. A really neat way to recycle brown paper grocery bags is to make them into a basic brown paper bag … [Read More...] about Basic Brown Paper Bag Wreath
Angel Crafts
Snowflake Angel
By Noreen Doll. A snowflake angel is quick and easy to make and would make a nice little gift to add to the top of a … [Read More...] about Snowflake Angel
Lollipop Angel
By Noreen Doll. This sweet lollipop angel is a great favor idea for kids. And it is also easy for kids to … [Read More...] about Lollipop Angel
Kids Angel Crafts to Make
Kids angel crafts to make has lots of easy ideas for kids to make for Christmas decorations. Most of the angel crafts … [Read More...] about Kids Angel Crafts to Make
Shamrock Angel
By Noreen Doll. A shamrock angel is a fun idea for a St. Patrick's Day decoration. It can be used on a mantel … [Read More...] about Shamrock Angel
