By Noreen Doll. This Boy Scout stamp ornament, made with a U.S. postage stamp, is special because it commemorates a unique occasion - the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. Because this is an ornament for young men, and because one of the objects of Scouting is to help them learn to live in the outdoors, I used more rugged materials in making it. On … [Read more...] about Boy Scout Stamp Ornament
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Glass Blown Ornament
By Noreen Doll. The opportunity to make my own glass blown ornament was one of my Christmas gifts this year. There were 6 of us who participated. For this experience we went to a glass academy called Sonoran Glass Art Academy in Tucson, Arizona, where our instructor walked us through the entire process. First we were shown colors, patterns and textures from which … [Read more...] about Glass Blown Ornament
Unusual Gift Ideas
By Noreen Doll. This year consider giving some unusual gift ideas. Sometimes the best gifts don't come wrapped in a box. Having the opportunity to experience something totally different than anything you've done before can be a really wonderful gift. Some ideas for great experiences could be a ski trip, the opportunity to go mountain climbing, or take a kayak trip, … [Read more...] about Unusual Gift Ideas
Acrylic Post-It Note Holder
By Noreen Doll. Craft an easy acrylic Post-It note holder for all your friends, co-workers, or kids' teachers. All you need are an acrylic photo frame, a pad of Post-It notes, and a few embellishments. This is a great way to use up left over crafting supplies! What You Need Acrylic Photo Frame - that can stand by itself, either 3x5 or 4x6 Pad of Post-It … [Read more...] about Acrylic Post-It Note Holder
Duct Tape Business Card Case
By Noreen Doll. A great gift for a guy is this duct tape business card case. They are sturdy, inexpensive and easy to make. It's even a great idea for women, as duct tape now comes in a fantastic array of colors! I like using a plain color with a multi color for an interesting look. You can find duct tape in Walmart, Home Depot & Lowes, … [Read more...] about Duct Tape Business Card Case
Free Toddler Games
© by Noreen Doll. These free toddler games are inexpensive and easy to make, as well as fun and educational. Because they are made of craft foam and other durable materials, unless they are chewed on, toddlers can have fun with them without destroying them. These free toddler games would be great for travel, or to use as stocking stuffers or basket … [Read more...] about Free Toddler Games
Toddler Games – Dominoes
by Noreen Doll. Toddler games of dominoes are quick and easy to make and fun for toddlers to play. Because they are made from craft foam, they are durable and light weight, and would make a great travel game. Preschoolers can make their own dominoes game, or can make gifts for their friends and siblings. 10 pack sheets of craft foam can be found at the … [Read more...] about Toddler Games – Dominoes
Duct Tape Wallet
© by Noreen Doll. Duct tape wallets are very popular with teens right now. They are also a great gift idea for most adults - especially men. I have made several, mostly for boys, and they are all using them regularly. I have discovered that teen girls like them, too, and fortunately duct tape can now be found in many bright colors and … [Read more...] about Duct Tape Wallet
