15 Thrifty DIY Projects Under $20

August 10, 2020 By Meegan 5 Comments

I have been blogging for awhile now. Browsing through my blog posts I have found 15 Thrifty DIY Projects Under $20 that you can do.

Each one can be tailored to your own taste. Some are from thrifted finds. Others are just creative crafts that anyone can design.

Not only have I done crafts and DIY projects since I have had a blog, but long before that as young child. I remember making a “thatched hut” from a shoe box for a school project, using flour and water as a glue for paper crafts, and cutting intricate snow flakes for Christmas to hang on our family front door. Then even designing my wedding reception in a new, fresh way.

Using Unique Vintage Pieces for Home Decor

June 12, 2020 By Meegan 11 Comments

If you know me at all you know that I love decorating my apartment cottage with vintage pieces. Sometimes for unique purposes. With just a few steps I am Using Unique Vintage Pieces for Home Decor.

This can be an enjoyable way to highlight thrifted finds or create a statement piece with a family heirloom.

Today’s post is hosted by Julie at Redhead Can Decorate and part of the Thrifty Style Team.

Thrifted Mirror Gallery Painted with Homemade Chalk Paint

May 8, 2020 By Meegan 10 Comments

There is a space in my cottage apartment that needs some help. The large wall in the living/dining area has always been a quandary for me since the day I moved in. With a little TLC, ingenuity and and very little money-I was able to design a Thrifted Mirror Gallery Painted with Homemade Chalk Paint and NOW I love it.

With thrifted mirrors, nailed and scattered across the wall, I knew there was a way to make a beautiful space. But I was stumped…As you can see in the picture below.

Before I go on, I wanted to let you know that this post is organized as part of The Thrifty Style Team hosted by Julie at Redhead Can Decorate.

Boho Style Vases from Tin Cans

April 23, 2020 By Meegan 2 Comments

I don’t know about you. But with having to be home a lot, I have an abundance of empty tin cans. In-between cooking homemade chili, chicken or tuna salad, or a quick bowl of canned soup. My can collection was growing. It gave me the inspiration to made these Boho Style Vases from Tin Cans.

With Spring here and the flowers blooming under the cottage apartment living room window, I have a beautiful way to decorate my home for Spring.

DIY Glittery Merry Christmas Sign

November 17, 2019 By Meegan 3 Comments

I am sharing my tutorial for a DIY Glittery Merry Christmas Sign. This was actually a monogram sign that I purchased at Hobby Lobby a few years ago. And NOW it’s ideal for Christmas decorating, with some glitter, glitz and glam.

It’s the 3rd week for the Deck The Home Christmas Blog Hop. It has been incredible with SO many amazing projects and Christmas ideas! This week the theme is: Wood Sign.

All the Wood Sign projects will be listed in the links below this post.

Seven Home Improvement DIY Projects

April 26, 2019 By Meegan 2 Comments

I love a good DIY project, don’t you? Whether it is for home decor, lighting, the garden, organizing, etc… Today I have collected Seven Home Improvement DIY Projects that YOU are going to love.

My talented blogging friends have created tutorials to help you with your DIY project dilemmas.

They are pretty incredible. So let’s get started.

DIY Shell Shadow Box Made With a Thrifted Find

March 15, 2019 By Meegan 15 Comments

If you have been following me for any length of time, you KNOW how much I love a great thrifted find. AND how fun it is to create something fresh for my cottage in the desert. This week I have created a DIY Shell Shadow Box Made With a Thrifted Find. To me it is similar to something that you might find at Pottery Barn or even Kirkland’s.

Best part? It was just a fraction of the cost. I am excited to show you how I did it…

DIY Small Apartment Storage Ideas

February 15, 2019 By Meegan 17 Comments

As most of you know, we live in a teeny, tiny condo. Soon we will be moving to a “new to us” apartment. It will be a little bigger than where we are now. BUT, we still won’t have a garage. That means I need to create some DIY Small Apartment Storage Ideas.

Since living in a small space for years now, with limited areas for storage, I have used my laundry “closet” for our garage supplies.

Stunning Fall Tablescapes

August 16, 2018 By Meegan 2 Comments

Over my years as a blogger I have created and set many Stunning Fall Tablescapes. I thought it would be fun to share all of them in one post just for you.

Even though I may have used the same components, florals or plates in several, each lends it’s own personality and style.

Thrifty Style Open Shelves

August 8, 2018 By Meegan 5 Comments

When it comes to styling the open shelves in my kitchen, I like simple pieces with a thrifted style. So for this month’s Thrifty Style Team, I thought it would be fun to share my Thrifty Style Open Shelves.

This is a view from our living room. Our cottage condo is an open concept home so you can see the Thrifty Style Open Shelves from pretty much anywhere.Continue Reading

Summer Porch Styling Ideas

June 5, 2018 By Meegan Leave a Comment

The heat is high and it is time for outdoor parties, bar-b-ques and lots of entertaining. Let’s talk about Summer Porch Styling Ideas.

I have 5 Summer Porch Styling Ideas that will inspire you and get your creative juices going. I hope you enjoy each one.

Six DIY Outdoor Projects

April 22, 2018 By Meegan 1 Comment

Welcome back to another Inspiration Monday Party! This week’s features are all about Six DIY Outdoor Projects.

We are so happy that you are joining us today, with all of your unique and creative ideas!

The Spring weather has Laura looking for Six DIY Outdoor Projects outdoor projects to try. Today Laura found six that are pretty amazing and sure to give you some Spring outdoor inspiration!

(Please remember to pin from the source.)

This weeks Inspiration Monday Party features were selected by Laura from Inspiration for Moms.

Top Ten Home Decorating Ideas

December 28, 2017 By Meegan 1 Comment

At the end of each year, I like to share my favorite or most pinned blog posts. Today I am sharing my Top Ten Home Decorating Ideas (and a few recipes) from 2017.

Each one is unique to my taste and style. I hope by browsing through my Top Ten Home Decorating Ideas, you will be inspired by your own creative juices to make your home inviting and a warm place to land.

Along with my Top Ten Home Decorating Ideas, you will also find two of my favorite recipes. You know, because everyone loves a good meal, right?

Farmhouse Christmas Buying Guide

November 11, 2017 By Meegan Leave a Comment

I have started filling our home with Christmas decorations. It is never too soon to think about styling your home for Christmas visitors, parties or entertaining. My Farmhouse Christmas Buying Guide is a great place to start.

If you like vintage, cottage, antique or farmhouse style, this is just for you.

How To Make A Neutral Fall Tablescape

September 5, 2017 By Meegan 37 Comments

It is September and even though Fall isn’t officially here for another three weeks, I thought it would fun to teach you How To Make A Neutral Fall Tablescape.

PLUS

When your blogging friends invite you to be a part of a Fall Ideas Tour, how could you turn them down, right?

I will share their blog links and ideas at the end of my post . You will definitely be inspired by their talents.

So, let’s get started on How To Make A Neutral Fall Tablescape…

Winter Decor For The Living Room

January 5, 2017 By Meegan 6 Comments

Sometimes just after the Holidays, you aren’t quite ready to take down all of your Christmas decor. So, why don’t you create some Winter Decor For The Living Room?

Winter Decor For The Living Room is pretty simple to create.

With a little imagination, a few Christmas decorations, and your own home decor, you can have a stunning living room in no time at all.

To add a Winter vignette on my coffee table. I used a Christmas crystal wreath and a vintage oil can as the centerpiece. Adding a few greenery pieces, faux hydrangeas and mercury glass votives I had the Winter look I was hoping for.

I like the sage greenery which adds a softer Winter look and feel.

Oh my! Wooden bead garlands are all the rage in farmhouse home decor right now. I happen to win one in an Instagram contest. How fun is that? I like to use my wooden bead garland in all my decorating now.

Creating a pretty vignette on my coffee table turned out so pretty, with just a few Christmas decorations and what I already have in my home.

I found this 6 cup muffin tin at the thrift store. As soon as I saw it, my creative juices started flowing. There are MORE ideas right here.

Create a Winter Slumber Chalkboard with a beautiful frame and a cereal box. I know, sounds crazy, but it works perfectly.

Mix in pine cones, vintage jars, and Epsom salt for a Winter vignette. You can see that I used the crystal wreath for my shelves. These simple ideas will help your Winter Decor For The Living Room become a welcoming area.

Tiny little crystals add just a small touch of glitter and glimmer. I believe I bought these at Hobby Lobby.

To welcome your Winter guests, add crisp blue pots right outside your front door. Place evergreens in them, along with succulents and pine cones. For a fun touch, add a sweet red cardinal right on top.

Your own Winter Decor For The Living Room will be impressive and stunning using your imagination.

What do you think you will try first?

Have a wonderful day and enjoy more Winter tips below.

Easy Winter Wreath

Creamy Potato Soup From Scratch

Spicy Bean and Vegetable Soup From Scratch

Top Ten Cottage Home Ideas

December 31, 2016 By Meegan 24 Comments

After this past year of blogging about a fresh look and feel for our home, I am sharing my Top Ten Cottage Home Ideas.

Sometimes I don’t even realize how much I have done during the year. I do enjoy looking to see what are YOUR favorite posts from me, as well.

The Venta Airwasher Review

August 15, 2016 By Meegan 6 Comments

I recently learned the benefits of the Venta Airwasher. As a result, I am sharing the Venta Airwasher Review with you. You will be glad I did.

Due to living in the Las Vegas valley with desert plants, most people have various allergies.

Top Ten Best of 2015

December 31, 2015 By Meegan 17 Comments

Hey everyone! Can you believe the year of 2015 is winding down so fast? I am blown away at how quickly time goes by. Doesn’t it seem like every year is faster than the last? Today I am thrilled to have put a post together for you titled the Top Ten Best of 2015. My blog has seen changes and I have stretched my self further than I thought I could go.

So in saying that, let’s get started with Best of 2015 by What Meegan Makes.

Bedroom Preparations For Holiday Guests

December 10, 2015 By Meegan 15 Comments

This post was sponsored by Perfect Linens. Opinions are completely mine.

Are you having guests this Holiday season? Are they staying with YOU? Sometimes that can be stressful on top of everything else. BUT I have a few tips for Bedroom Preparations for Holiday Guests, that I think will help you.

Okay, let’s start a list of what YOU can do ahead of time as you start Bedroom Preparations For Holiday Guests.