How I was able to Successfully Clean Marks, Crayon Marks and Dirt off of My Toys including My Fisher Price Dream Dollhouse and All Accessories

I bought this Fisher Price Grand Dollhouse back in 1996. I have loved it ever since. It has definitely seen it's share of playtime with 8 different grandkids playing with it.  It is still in great condition with the lithos/stickers still looking good. However, sometime along the way one of our "budding artists" decided they would add some of their crayon artwork to the house!  As I looked at it I thought it would never come off and would have to look like that forever. Then I decided to try to clean it with my Simple Green cleaner. (I am not being compensated for mentioning this product in any way whatsoever)  I've used Simple Green to clean toys in the past and it worked really well so I thought I would try it on the dollhouse.  I'm so HAPPY to say that I was able to remove Marks, Crayon Marks and Dirt from the house and the accessories.

Here are our before and after photos:

I was able to get ALL the crayon marks off. I was totally amazed and very HAPPY!!!

It was very easy to get the crayon marks off of the steps and they look brand new! 

These yellow marks were the hardest to get off. Took a little more time and rubbing but they did come off and it looks great below.

These marks almost looked like marker but I can't be sure.

I would definitely recommend getting a bottle of this cleaning liquid, if not just for your toys.  It actually is a great cleaner in other ways too. My husband swears by it!  

I am starting to let go of my Fisher Price toys that I bought in 1996-2000.  Most are in brand new condition-still wrapped in original bags, ever played with or even displayed.  You can find all my Discontinued Fisher Price toys plus a LOT of other mint in box (discontinued) toys in my eBay Shop.

CLICK HERE to SEE ALL  

You can buy Simple Green almost anywhere, definitely a good cleaning investment.

BELOW ARE SOME MORE PHOTOS of the Dollhouse

The floor looks brand new now!  Love the lamp in back of the couch. 

This delightful crib plays music and is such a great piece for the nursery. It even includes the ever popular Rumple Bear toy.

The den is a comfy place for kids and dogs!

Wheeeee! A good push from Dad and the sky's the limit!

The refrigerator door opens as does the oven and cupboard doors.

This brand-new wardrobe, the hat and clothing  is in available in our eBay shop right now.  

Checkers anyone?

Aahhhhh, a place for Mom to relax! 

CLICK HERE to SEE All Our Fisher Price Toys and other mint in package discontinued toys  

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Craft Room Organizing-Store over 200 Rolls of Ribbon in a 12" square Space!

 How do you store over 200 rolls of ribbon?  Easy!  Just put this little project together and you've got something you can put on your craft desk that is only twelve inches square.and spins around so you have easy access to ALL your ribbon rolls. (2" round ribbon rolls from American Crafts)


SUPPLIES:
1 piece of wood 11x11 (top and bottom pieces need to be larger than the lazy susan piece)
1 piece of wood 12x12x2  or take a piece of wood 11" x 11" and add pieces of wood on each side to make   it a 2" base--that's what we did.
8 pieces of dowel each 15" long
Drill with 1/4" bit
Lazy Susan Turntable
Screws
Paint or stain

(1) On the top piece of wood,  space out and drill  8 holes with a 1/4" drill bit. A 1/4" dowel were the perfect size for our American Crafts rolls of ribbon.

(2) Then attach the lazy susan turntable to the top piece of wood. 

(3) Drill a access hole in that top piece. This will give you access to the bottom piece so you can drive a screw into the bottom piece of the lazy susan, down into the base.

(4) Then attach the lazy susan to the bottom piece with a screw (through the access hole) 

 Yes, this involves measuring and a drill. You can purchase the lazy susan turntable at

 Home Depot for only 4.49---6" size.  

After you pull the ribbon off of a roll you can either use a piece of tape or a tiny pin to keep it from unraveling.  Such a small thing that will prove to be so useful in your craft room! (Thanks to Chad the builder for making this for me) 

TWINE STORAGE #1

This is a fabulous idea for organizing your Twine. Easy to get and a piece of art for your walls.  Get the tutorial HERE

TWINE STORAGE #2

Isn't this a unique way to store your twine. It will definitely add to your decor too. Get the complete instructions HERE

Here are some great things that you can use for storage and organization in your craft room. We added the prices and a link to the page on the IKEA web site in case you want to look around further. Click here   for the entire selection of IKEA Storage Boxes and Baskets.  You can use the magazine racks for important papers, copy paper, scrapbook paper OR your craft magazines. 

All of the items above can be hung on the wall using the IKEA rod and hooks, which are very inexpensive.  Use all your wall space for organizing your room. Even if it is just a narrow tall wall you can put it to good use. Click HERE for their Wall Organizers

The 9 draw unit  from IKEA will hold a lot of ribbon and craft supplies.  Love the workstation.   and the drawer that holds big and flat items would be great in a craft room too. Here's the link for the drawer unit on casters. 

Here's a great picture using the IKEA Grundtal System show above. Click HERE  The spice jars in the 3 shelves are from IKEA and so are the round tins 

Notice all the tags on the front of the storage boxes. It will help you find things so much quicker than opening boxes one at a time.  Click HERE

All three of these photos are from the same craft room. If you head over there she will give you all kinds of great tips plus lots of photos of her craft room. PLUS she made a video which she narrates about it.   Good ideas! Click HERE

Oh top of adding a tag you could add a clipboard with an itemized list. You'll be so organized you won't be able to stand it! Click HERE

This is a great use of existing space. 38 paper punches and edgers are stored on the side of the cabinet by installing curtain rods all the way down the side. Click HERE  to see even more great ideas for a craft room. 

Do you have access to a closet? Then you've got a mini craft room.  You'll be surprised just how much you can put in a space like this if it is organized. Promise!  Click HERE to see more closets

What about those small pieces of scrapbook paper? Do you save small pieces? I do. This is a great way to organize them. You get a set of 5 of these for $1.99 at IKEA. Then just put a color label on the front and you're good to go! Click HERE

And now......here's the perfect vinyl wall quote for a wall in your craft room. On that big blank wall, over the door or window....I'm sure you can find a spot.
 Head over to our Etsy shop to see the listing and get one for your craft room! Click HERE

And here's another one that would be perfect for the scrapbook room!  Click HERE to see it. 

This wall quote is great for your family photo wall AND your scrapbook room....because after all, you are preserving your families memories!  Click HERE

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Create Organizing Kits + Tips for Organizing Kitchen, Mud Room, Closets, Office, + Using Labels and Baskets to Organize

It's the time of year when we feel like reorganizing and straightening things up and here are some really good ways to centralize everything you need for each individual task or area of your home.  From the kids to the bathroom to the garage to the pantry....it's all here......and don't they just look so nice! You can pick up storage containers are the dollar store. Some stores have their storage boxes etc. on sale at this time of the year. Be creative with something you've already got at your home.....repurpose a wood crate, box, basket or container.  The main idea is just to put everything you need for a certain task all together so you're not searching for something. Save time on chores and housework. Click on the words below each photo to go directly to that site.  To get more fabulous ideas for organizing your home and your life click over to I Heart Organizing

Art Supplies Kit      Tool Kit      Snacks Kit    Personalized Grooming Kit

Pet Supplies Kit   Cleaning Supplies Kit     First Aid Kit   Study Kit

For 21 clever tips on organizing the closets in your home CLICK HERE

For 32 tips for organizing the kitchen CLICK HERE

For 16 tips on making the most of your Mud Room CLICK HERE

24 ideas for Office Storage on a Dime (Organize the Office)  CLICK HERE

19 Ideas-Using Baskets for Storage (Great Ideas)  CLICK HERE

19 Ideas-Using Labels for Storage (Find what you're looking for quickly)  CLICK HERE

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Tips and Tricks-Home Decor, Organizing, Cleaning and Baking Tips

Here's more tips and tricks to make your life easier.  Some tips are for home decor. Some tips are for cleaning your home and then we couldn't leave out a tip for about baking and organizing!

Love the look of these photos tied in together in this arrangement. Find how to do this from the expert.  

Martha Stewart

Do It Yourself  Wire Picture Holders....Looks super easy. See more photos of different things you can attach these wire photos holders to. So Cute.  Mamie Jane's

The perfect place to put the card is on the package itself. Create a pocket with the wrapping paper.  It's easy to do. Check out the Martha Stewart site to get the directions.  (No need to use envelopes)

Need more storage in your pantry? You can buy these wire pencil boxes at Bed Bath and Beyond for a couple of dollars. Such a great idea(See more photos of this reorganized pantry)
  Domestic Imperfection 

There's some good tips here that will simplify the baking process.
  The Comfort of Cooking

 

Baking soda is an excellent natural (And I mean natural) cleaning option.  There are so many things that you can do with it.  Check out these 75 uses for Baking Soda and save money by not buying a chemical cleaner.  Life Hackery

Such a clever idea for keeping your clothing on the hangers and so cheap!  Check it out over at 
 In My Own Style

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