A Dollar Bill Butterfly is a nice shape for many gift giving occasions, and it’s easy to make. Because it is made with 2 dollar bill hearts it would be perfect for Valentine’s Day. The butterfly could be perched on the handle of an Easter basket. Or it could sit on a flower that is part of a bouquet. This butterfly could also sit on the front of an envelope … [Read more...] about Dollar Bill Butterfly
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How to Insulate Windows from the Summer Sun (Cheaply!)
I live where it gets hot in the summer! One of the upstairs rooms has 3 enormous west facing windows so the hot afternoon sun bakes this room for several hours each day. Even though the windows are double paned, the windows, the shades, and the room really heat up by early evening. We have a swamp cooler, and a ceiling fan in this room, but it’s an uphill battle … [Read more...] about How to Insulate Windows from the Summer Sun (Cheaply!)
Flower Twinkle Light
This Flower Twinkle Light is quick and easy, and would make great place setting favors. A cluster of them would look pretty in a centerpiece on the table. It’s a wonderful Spring or Easter idea. You could even slip one or two in a bouquet of flowers, just for fun. Materials A Flower Cluster from the Dollar Store (Choose larger flowers that will have room for … [Read more...] about Flower Twinkle Light
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 thermos, I came up with this quick and easy idea for transporting a bowl of hot food. First I put the food in a microwave safe bowl and heated it until it was very hot. While the food was heating, I prepared the container I would carry it in. I found a … [Read more...] about Emergency Thermal Bowl
Hot Wheels Necklace
By Noreen Doll. Little boys love cars! They seem to start finding cars fascinating before they can even walk. A Hot Wheels Necklace is very quick and easy, and would be loved by most little boys. It would be a fun stocking stuffer or a great party favor. Just be sure the kids who receive them are old enough to safely wear something around their … [Read more...] about Hot Wheels Necklace
Halloween Silverware Holder
By Noreen Doll. Create a creepy Halloween Silverware Holder using a pot holder. You can have lots of fun with this by using various creepy crawlies and creatures to embellish the holders. For a Halloween party, the pot holders make a great favor for the guests to take home and use. They are inexpensive to make as I found the bag of 36 creatures for $1 at … [Read more...] about Halloween Silverware Holder
Dollar Bill Birthday Candles
By Noreen Doll. Dollar Bill Birthday Candles are a fun way to give money as a birthday gift. You can attach the candles to the front of a home made birthday card, or put them in a small box as I did. It will definitely make the recipient smile! Supplies. Crayons - Inexpensive Box from the Dollar Store 5 Dollar Bills, Crisp and New Small Decorated … [Read more...] about Dollar Bill Birthday Candles
Snowman Gift Package
By Noreen Doll. This quick and easy Snowman Gift Package is perfect for favors or small gifts. I needed a quick, cute idea to wrap some money for a gift. This snowman is made from a sock and a styrofoam cup. Because it is so light weight, I added some candy with the money to provide ballast. This idea is perfect for favors, money, a gift card, or any … [Read more...] about Snowman Gift Package
Raven Wreath from a Brown Paper Bag
By Noreen Doll. This Raven Wreath from a brown paper bag is a quick Halloween wreath to make. It was found among Edgar Allan Poe's effects after he died. I thought about using orange burlap ribbon to wrap the wreath, but I couldn't find any, so I decided to use orange tissue paper instead. I think orange and black are very striking together, and I really … [Read more...] about Raven Wreath from a Brown Paper Bag
Hatching Chick
By Noreen Doll. Create a cute Hatching Chick to sit among the eggs on your table. This could be an easy project for kids to make at an Easter party. Adults need to supervise poking holes in the egg. Or make the holes ahead of time and eliminate that step when working with kids. Supplies. Plastic Egg Large Yellow Pom Pom 2 Small Wiggly … [Read more...] about Hatching Chick
Sparkly Leaf Button Covers
By Noreen Doll. Add a little glitz to a plain blouse for your Fall or Thanksgiving festivities by making sparkly leaf button covers. I found these glitter leaves in a craft store, but you can also buy sheets of glitter craft foam to make your own. Supplies. Glitter Leaves or Craft Foam to make leaves. Craft Knife (If you're making your own leaves, … [Read more...] about Sparkly Leaf Button Covers
Pot Handle Hot Pad Grip
By Noreen Doll. A Pot Handle Hot Pad Grip is easy to make with a pot holder, and really handy for holding a pan with a hot handle. Just slip the pot handle grip over the handle of the pot or pan to use it. Because I found these hot pads in the Dollar Store in a package of 2 for $1, I can make lots of them for gifts. Supplies. Hot Pad Needle and Thread … [Read more...] about Pot Handle Hot Pad Grip
