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Removable Drapes for Sliding Glass Door

Removable Drapes for Sliding Glass Door

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

DIY Knife Drawer Divider

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

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

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 Remove a Sticky Tag

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

Hot Pad Scissor Holder

Hot Pad Scissor Holder

By Noreen Doll. A scissor holder is a handy place to store your scissors, to protect the blades and to keep them away … [Read More...] about Hot Pad Scissor Holder

Keep Rings Safe When You’re Working in the Kitchen

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

Kids Craft Tips

© by Noreen Doll. Using these great kids craft tips will help you and your kids have more fun crafting, with less … [Read More...] about Kids Craft Tips

How to Double or Triple a Recipe Accurately

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

How to Turn a Soda Can into a Flat Sheet of Aluminum

How to Turn a Soda Can into a Flat Sheet of Aluminum

There are lots of great crafts you can make from aluminum cans. And the colorful logos on the cans add to the … [Read More...] about How to Turn a Soda Can into a Flat Sheet of Aluminum

An Easy Way to Peel a Boiled Egg

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

Quick Clean Up Tip for Raw Egg Mess

Quick Clean Up Tip for Raw Egg Mess

by Noreen Doll. Drop an Egg on the floor? Here's a quick clean up tip. Grab your salt box and sprinkle a … [Read More...] about Quick Clean Up Tip for Raw Egg Mess

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Fall Ideas

Sparkly Leaf Button Covers

Sparkly Leaf Button Covers

November 19, 2014 By Noreen 16 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Add a little glitz to a plain blouse for your Fall or … [Read More...] about Sparkly Leaf Button Covers

Thanksgiving Thankfulness Crafts

Thanksgiving Thankfulness Crafts

June 28, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

Making Thanksgiving thankfulness crafts is a creative way to express our … [Read More...] about Thanksgiving Thankfulness Crafts

Turkey Finger Puppet

Turkey Finger Puppet

November 15, 2013 By Noreen 29 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Create a fun turkey finger puppet for kids. They … [Read More...] about Turkey Finger Puppet

Thanksgiving Crafts

Thanksgiving Crafts

June 28, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

Easy, unique Thanksgiving crafts are fun for the whole … [Read More...] about Thanksgiving Crafts

Glittery Fall Leaf Earrings

Glittery Fall Leaf Earrings

September 1, 2014 By Noreen 17 Comments

By Noreen Doll. Create a fun pair of glittery fall leaf earrings to … [Read More...] about Glittery Fall Leaf Earrings

More Pumpkin Crafts

More Pumpkin Crafts

June 18, 2012 By Noreen Leave a Comment

Pumpkins and Jack-O-Lanterns are the most used decorations for Halloween … [Read More...] about More Pumpkin Crafts

Preschool Turkey Crafts

Preschool Turkey Crafts

June 24, 2012 By Noreen 1 Comment

Making preschool turkey crafts is great fun for very young children. Paper … [Read More...] about Preschool Turkey Crafts

More Ideas for Fall

Halloween

Halloween Cards

Halloween Cards

Here are 2 fun Halloween cards I made. by Noreen Doll … [Read More...] about Halloween Cards

Halloween Silverware Holder

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

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

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

More Halloween Ideas

Patriotic

Patriotic Busy Bag

Patriotic Busy Bag

by Noreen Doll. A patriotic busy bag is nice to have on hand for holidays such as Memorial Day, Flag Day, the 4th of … [Read More...] about Patriotic Busy Bag

Aluminum Can Dimensional Star

Aluminum Can Dimensional Star

By Noreen Doll. Create an aluminum can dimensional star to use with your decorations. Aluminum cans are bright … [Read More...] about Aluminum Can Dimensional Star

Patriotic Star Wreath

Patriotic Star Wreath

By Noreen Doll. This patriotic star wreath is easy for kids and cheap to make. The lunch bags required for the … [Read More...] about Patriotic Star Wreath

Milk Jug Garland

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

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Angel Crafts

Sweetheart 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

Snowflake Angel

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

Autumn Angel

Autumn Angel

By Noreen Doll. Craft a rustic looking autumn angel with silk leaves in fall colors. You can find silk leaves … [Read More...] about Autumn Angel

Christmas Angel Crafts

Christmas Angel Crafts

Christmas angel crafts are perfect for hanging on your tree. Many of these angels could be made into magnets or pins. … [Read More...] about Christmas Angel Crafts

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Paperclip Angel Ornament

Easy Paperclip Angel Ornament

Easy Paperclip Angel Ornament

Use as package trim, tree decoration, gift enclosure in a card, or a necklace.

Dollar Bill Heart

Dollar Bill Heart

Dollar Bill Heart

Money Gifts

Money Origami

Money Origami

Homemade Graduation Gifts

Homemade Graduation Gifts

Dollar Bill Crafts

Dollar Bill Wallet

Dollar Bill Wallet

Dollar Bill Wallet

Duct Tape Wallet

Duct Tape Wallet

Duct Tape Wallet

Envelope Gift Bag

Basic Bagalope

Basic Bagalope

Greeting Card Gift Boxes

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Remove Furniture Dents from Carpet

Remove Furniture Dents from Carpet

Remove Furniture Dents from Carpet

How to Remove Permanent Ink from a Project

Remove Sharpie Goof

Remove Sharpie Goof

Snowflake Angel

Snowflake Angel

Snowflake Angel

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