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
Bug Scoop for the Squeamish!
Dead or alive! by Noreen Doll. Make an easy bug scoop with a cardboard tube. Anyone who has spent … [Read More...] about Bug Scoop for the Squeamish!
PVC Pipe Rack
By Noreen Doll. This PVC pipe rack is very easy to put together and can have many uses. It can be used as an … [Read More...] about PVC Pipe Rack
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
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 … [Read More...] about Remove Rust from the Shower
Make Sandpaper Last Longer
By Noreen Doll. Use packing tape to make sandpaper last longer. Whenever I would sand a project, it seemed … [Read More...] about Make Sandpaper Last Longer
Comfortable Sock Tip for Fussy Feet
By Noreen Doll. I know two young boys with very sensitive feet. Every day getting shoes and socks to fit … [Read More...] about Comfortable Sock Tip for Fussy Feet
How to Print a Sturdier Template
By Noreen Doll. Have you ever tried to trace around a paper template? The edges are so flimsy your pencil slides … [Read More...] about How to Print a Sturdier Template
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
Valentine’s Day
Printable Kids Valentines
Printable kids Valentines are perfect for making Valentines with your … [Read More...] about Printable Kids Valentines
Lollipop Angel
By Noreen Doll. This sweet lollipop angel is a great favor idea for … [Read More...] about Lollipop Angel
Valentine Gifts for Kids
Kids love celebrating any holiday, and you can make small Valentine gifts … [Read More...] about Valentine Gifts for Kids
Basic Brown Paper Bag Wreath
By Noreen Doll. A really neat way to recycle brown paper grocery bags is … [Read More...] about Basic Brown Paper Bag Wreath
Lollipop Bouquet
By Noreen Doll. Here's an easy lollipop bouquet that would make a fun … [Read More...] about Lollipop Bouquet
Valentine Heart Candle
By Noreen Doll. Stick conversation hearts on a candle to make a fun … [Read More...] about Valentine Heart Candle
Valentine Holder from a Cereal Box
By Noreen Doll. Create a Valentine holder from a cereal … [Read More...] about Valentine Holder from a Cereal Box
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
Bunny Bagalope
By Noreen Doll. Make a fun bunny bagalope with an envelope. It's easy and quick to do and could be used as a … [Read More...] about Bunny Bagalope
Paper Easter Basket Crafts
Paper Easter basket crafts can be done in many ways. They can be folded, rolled, woven, and … [Read More...] about Paper Easter Basket Crafts
Easter Basket Crafts
If you want unusual Easter basket crafts, there are fabric baskets, buckets, terracotta pot baskets and many other … [Read More...] about Easter Basket Crafts
Twinkle Egg Lights
By Noreen Doll. Create fun Twinkle Egg Lights quickly and easily. Inexpensive and fun for kids, you use … [Read More...] about Twinkle Egg Lights
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
Sweetheart Angel
By Noreen Doll. Create a sweetheart angel for your loved ones. This angel is perfect for Valentine's Day … [Read More...] about Sweetheart Angel
Easy Paperclip Angel Ornament
By Noreen Doll. This easy paperclip angel ornament is so quick to make, you can make a dozen or two in an … [Read More...] about Easy Paperclip Angel Ornament
Bath Pouf Angel
By Noreen Doll. You need only a few things to put a fluffy bath pouf angel together. The angel can be placed in a … [Read More...] about Bath Pouf Angel
