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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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
Crafting Mistake
© by Noreen Doll. What do you do when you make a crafting mistake? Throw the whole project away? Try to fix it or … [Read More...] about Crafting Mistake
Emergency Thermal Bowl
The other day I needed a way to carry a bowl of hot food a short distance. Since I don’t have a wide mouth … [Read More...] about Emergency Thermal Bowl
Tiny Hole Punch Tip
By Noreen Doll. Here's a great tiny hole punch tip for when you want to make a neat small hole without tearing the … [Read More...] about Tiny Hole Punch Tip
Easy, No-Mess Way to Paint Baseboards
By Noreen Doll. We love this super easy no-mess way to paint baseboards. Before when we've painted, we used a … [Read More...] about Easy, No-Mess Way to Paint Baseboards
Cardboard Safety Sheath for a Knife
By Noreen Doll. A cardboard safety sheath for a knife is very handy, not only to protect the blade of the knife, but … [Read More...] about Cardboard Safety Sheath for a Knife
How to Coffee Dye or Tea Dye
By Noreen Doll. Sometimes you want to craft with a dingy or antique white color fabric, and it can be difficult to … [Read More...] about How to Coffee Dye or Tea Dye
Use Up Citrus Peel
By Noreen Doll. Need a quick way to get more mileage from a citrus peel? Here's a great idea for how to use up citrus … [Read More...] about Use Up Citrus Peel
Turn a Rock Collection into Pattern Weights
By Noreen Doll. Wonder what to do with the rocks you collected on vacation? While on a trip, we visited the beach … [Read More...] about Turn a Rock Collection into Pattern Weights
Valentine’s Day
Printable Valentine Games
If you need Valentine activities for your kids, try some of these printable … [Read More...] about Printable Valentine Games
Valentine Candle
By Noreen Doll. Create a quick and easy Valentine candle … [Read More...] about Valentine Candle
Valentine Heart Headband
By Noreen Doll. Make a fun Valentine heart headband for a little … [Read More...] about Valentine Heart Headband
Unusual Valentine Cards
Sometimes you want to go to the extra effort to make unusual Valentine … [Read More...] about Unusual Valentine Cards
Lasting Valentine Bouquet
By Noreen Doll. Here's a fun Valentine bouquet your kids can create. It … [Read More...] about Lasting Valentine Bouquet
Valentine Craft Ideas
Look here for clever and fun Valentine craft ideas. The nice thing about … [Read More...] about Valentine Craft Ideas
Valentine Gifts for Kids
Kids love celebrating any holiday, and you can make small Valentine gifts … [Read More...] about Valentine Gifts for Kids
St. Patrick’s Day
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
St. Patrick’s Day Ribbon Bouquet
Today I have a tutorial for a St. Patrick's Day Ribbon Bouquet on the Bowdabra website. It's a fun idea for … [Read More...] about St. Patrick’s Day Ribbon Bouquet
Shamrock Soda Can Lights
By Noreen Doll. Create shamrock soda can lights for an unusual way to decorate for St. Patrick's Day. And … [Read More...] about Shamrock Soda Can Lights
TP Tube Shamrock Stamp
By Noreen Doll. A TP tube shamrock stamp is an easy fun craft tool for kids. Make it from a recycled paper … [Read More...] about TP Tube Shamrock Stamp
Easter
Peep Pops
By Noreen Doll. Peep Pops are a great treat for Easter. What could be better than Peeps and chocolate? You can … [Read More...] about Peep Pops
Paper Plate Pop Up Bunny
By Noreen Doll. Create this fluffy paper plate pop up bunny with your kids. Get a bag of cotton puffs at the … [Read More...] about Paper Plate Pop Up Bunny
Easter Egg Games for Toddlers
By Noreen Doll. Use these fun Easter egg games and activities to keep your toddler happily occupied. They … [Read More...] about Easter Egg Games for Toddlers
Easter Egg Bouquet
By Noreen Doll. When I first had the idea to make an Easter egg bouquet, I never expected it to turn out so … [Read More...] about Easter Egg Bouquet
Angel Crafts
Folded Circle Angel
by Noreen Doll. Create an easy folded circle angel and then use it as an ornament or gift tag, or enclose it in a … [Read More...] about Folded Circle Angel
Dollar Bill Angel
By Noreen Doll. Angels are very popular, and here's a fun Dollar Bill Angel you can make. It is a much nicer … [Read More...] about Dollar Bill 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
Bell Angel Garland
By Noreen Doll. If you love angels, this Bell Angel Garland is perfect for you! It's quick, easy and … [Read More...] about Bell Angel Garland
