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

Quick Way to Straighten Wrinkled Ribbon
By Noreen Doll. Now you don't have to throw used ribbon away. Here's a quick way to straighten wrinkled … [Read More...] about Quick Way to Straighten Wrinkled Ribbon

How to Remove a Sticky Tag
By Noreen Doll. I found this interesting old Wooden Nickel. A few decades ago this was a very popular way to … [Read More...] about How to Remove a Sticky Tag

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

Folded Paper Pocket for a Book
By Noreen Doll. It's handy to know how to make a folded pocket for a book, because pockets are really handy for … [Read More...] about Folded Paper Pocket for a Book

Embroidery Thread Bobbin from a Milk Jug
By Noreen Doll. I had a little bit of plastic left around the opening of the milk jug and I wanted to be able to use … [Read More...] about Embroidery Thread Bobbin from a Milk Jug

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 Fix a Rusted Paper Punch
By Noreen Doll. I came across an old paper punch that had belonged to my folks. It had been around for quite a … [Read More...] about How to Fix a Rusted Paper Punch
Mother’s Day

Dollar Bill Butterfly
A Dollar Bill Butterfly is a nice shape for many gift giving occasions, and … [Read More...] about Dollar Bill Butterfly

Preschool Mothers Day Crafts
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By Noreen Doll. Even very small children will want to make preschool … [Read More...] about Preschool Mothers Day Crafts

Quick Eyeglasses Holder
By Noreen Doll. A quick eyeglasses holder is an easy gift to make for … [Read More...] about Quick Eyeglasses Holder

Beat the Heat with an Easy to Make Fan
Here’s a fun, easy gift idea that even toddlers can make. Mom, Dad, … [Read More...] about Beat the Heat with an Easy to Make Fan

Rustic Basket
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By Noreen Doll. Today I have a tutorial for this Rustic Basket on the … [Read More...] about Rustic Basket

Mothers Day Crafts for Toddlers
By Noreen Doll. Mothers Day crafts for toddlers are perfect for even the … [Read More...] about Mothers Day Crafts for Toddlers

Easy Gifts Kids Can Make
by Noreen Doll. Unusual ideas for easy gifts kids can make for … [Read More...] about Easy Gifts Kids Can Make
Graduation

Star Soda Can Lights
By Noreen Doll. Create colorful star soda can lights for many occasions. They're perfect for patriotic … [Read More...] about Star Soda Can Lights

Small Gift Box
By Noreen Doll. This small gift box could also be a favor box and you can make it in many sizes. Put your … [Read More...] about Small Gift Box

Unique Graduation Gifts
By Noreen Doll. Graduation is an important occasion, and unique graduation gifts can be very meaningful. The … [Read More...] about Unique Graduation Gifts

Graduation Cap Crafts
By Noreen Doll. Use these quick easy graduation cap crafts when preparing for your graduate's … [Read More...] about Graduation Cap Crafts
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

Star Soda Can Lights
By Noreen Doll. Create colorful star soda can lights for many occasions. They're perfect for patriotic … [Read More...] about Star Soda Can Lights

4th of July Games
4th of July games are a great part of celebrating the holiday. Traditional games include relay races, sack races, 3 … [Read More...] about 4th of July Games

4th of July Fan from a Milk Jug
By Noreen Doll. Make an easy 4th of July fan from a milk jug. It makes a colorful patriotic favor, and is … [Read More...] about 4th of July Fan from a Milk Jug
Angel Crafts

Christmas Craft Ideas
Using Christmas craft ideas is a favorite pastime. I have always particularly loved the Christmas season. Spending … [Read More...] about Christmas Craft Ideas

Sparkly Paper Plate Angel
By Noreen Doll. Make an easy sparkly paper plate angel with silver spray paint and 2 paper plates. What You … [Read More...] about Sparkly Paper Plate Angel

Clothespin Angel
By Noreen Doll. A clothespin angel can be made from the simplest of materials. Use scraps of ribbon, plus a … [Read More...] about Clothespin Angel

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
