Sunless Tan Using Two Lotions Together

June 2, 2020 By Meegan 23 Comments

We are off to a niece’s wedding this weekend. The whole family is really looking forward to it. I will be wearing a dress that comes just above the knee. I haven’t been in the sun much this year. So, I did some sunless tanning using two lotions together.

Yep, it is that easy. And I have a beautiful, smooth, flawless tan without spending hours in the sun.

Creative Back Porch Ideas

June 1, 2020 By Meegan 2 Comments

While the Summer is coming on, I have been busy getting my cottage ready to enjoy with some Creative Back Porch Ideas. I usually am NOT a green thumb. But this year I am having some good luck. (Fingers crossed!)

With just a few touches of vintage charm, new ceramic pots and a little creativity, I now have a cottage style porch to enjoy all year long.

Seven Creative and Unique Summer Ideas For Your Home

May 13, 2020 By Meegan 4 Comments

I have been thinking about decorating my cottage apartment with Summer vignettes. In doing so, I collected Seven Creative and Unique Summer Ideas For Your Home that I think you will really enjoy.

Not only that but each piece is available for you to purchase for your own Summer decorating.

There’s So Much Life To Live Summer Printable

May 6, 2020 By Meegan 5 Comments

In times of struggle, challenges, or even sickness There’s So Much Life To Live in-between, isn’t there? I love Summer, the sun, ocean and making memories with my family. With these thoughts in mind, I have a created a There’s So Much Life To Live Summer Printable for each of you.

This post has been organized and coordinated by Carrie from Lovely, Etc…

There are several more Summer printable art ideas linked at the bottom of this post. I can never resist a creative and inspiring free printable, can you?

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.

Spring Dress Style and a Steal of a Deal

March 10, 2020 By Meegan Leave a Comment

I love a dress that you can wear ALL year long, looks flattering on everyone, and has the most adorable buttons. Of course you you want one too, right? That’s why I am sharing this Spring Dress Style and a Steal of a Deal you don’t want to miss.

Let’s check it out…

Have you met the Lani? She is one of the favorite woven dresses around and she is to die for! She comes in 8 different colors with sizes ranging from S-3XL!

Lime Jello Cream Cheese Salad with Crushed Pineapple

November 22, 2019 By Meegan Leave a Comment

I just love Holiday recipes. Especially when the are tried and true and passed down from generation to generation. My mom’s Lime Jello Cream Cheese Salad with Crushed Pineapple is one of those recipes.

Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or 4th of July, this is a wonderful recipe for any celebration.

I think you will enjoy this recipe for years and years to come!

DIY Drift Wood and Crystal Sun Catcher Tutorial

June 23, 2019 By Meegan Leave a Comment

We were out in the desert hiking through the gorgeous red clay mountains just outside of Las Vegas. My cute grand daughter found a rustic stick and gave it to me. My grand kids know me so well. If it’s old, a rock, sea shell, or stick, I want it. I know, that is kinda silly of me. But, it is what I like and I LOVE that each and every one of the kids in my family know that. Once I got said stick home, I knew that I was going to make a DIY Drift Wood and Crystal Sun Catcher Tutorial for you.

Fashion Over Fifty Summer Boho Dresses

May 31, 2019 By Meegan Leave a Comment

I may have mentioned this before, but I LOVE wearing dressing in Summer months. I feel cool, yet fashionable. Today I am sharing some Fashion Over Fifty Summer Boho Dresses that you are going to love!

Fashion over Fifty Spring and Summer Skirts

May 16, 2019 By Meegan Leave a Comment

If you are anything like me, you love Fashion over Fifty Spring and Summer Skirts.

I am all about staying comfortable in the warmer months. Dresses and skirts are my “go to” outfits from the beginning of April until about mid October here in Vegas.

Summer Skirts are my favorite choice.

Sauteed Yellow Summer Squash with Leeks Recipe

April 17, 2019 By Meegan Leave a Comment

I have been trying to eat better. You know, less carbs, less sugar, more fresh veggies and conscientious of what goes into my mouth. Sometimes that is hard for me. I like to eat what I want. I know, that sounds prideful. BUT, I know in the long run I do feel better and stronger when I take good care of my body and brain. My Sauteed Yellow Summer Squash with Leeks Recipe has become a “go to” for me.

With the melted Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes, makes it even more flavorful!

10 DIY Seasonal Banners

December 29, 2018 By Meegan Leave a Comment

Hey everyone! If you are anything like me, you like to decorate for seasons. BUT, you don’t want to go to a lot of trouble or take too much time. I have my best and easiest 10 DIY Seasonal Banners here, just for you.

Most of these 10 DIY Seasonal Banners are made with simple components and things you might already have at home.

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

Seven Summer Side Dishes

July 22, 2018 By Meegan 1 Comment

Welcome back to another Inspiration Monday Party! PLUS Seven Summer Side Dishes as features, this week.

We are so happy that you are joining us today!

Summer is in full swing with entertaining and time at home with family! Today our features are all about Seven Summer Side Dishes to complete that meal!

This week’s features were selected by Christy from Our Southern Home.

Ten Summer Salad Recipes

July 8, 2018 By Meegan 2 Comments

Welcome back to the Inspiration Monday Party!

We’re so happy you’re here celebrating with Ten Summer Salad Recipes.

As we enter into the dog days of summer, salads are a great way to avoid cooking over a hot stove. We’ve got ten summer salad recipes for you today.

These summer salad features were selected by Kristi from I Should Be Mopping the Floor. Please pin from the original source.
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Delicious Summer Fruit Recipes

June 24, 2018 By Meegan 1 Comment

Welcome back to another Inspiration Monday, we are so glad you are joining us today! We are excited to share Delicious Summer Fruit Recipes, today.

Today’s features are all about Delicious Summer Fruit Recipes.

The features were chosen from Jamie at Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom

Fashion Over Fifty-Summer Style Dresses

June 15, 2018 By Meegan Leave a Comment

I am SO excited to share this week’s Fashion Over Fifty-Summer Style Dresses.

There are so many dresses that have been a hit this Summer, so I have decided to hand pick the best selling favorites for Fashion Friday! When using the code FRIDAYDRESSES, YOU, my followers will be able to take 40% off + FREE Shipping on over 10 different styles.

This lilac dress with ruffle detail on the bottom caught my eye, right off the bat…

Use this link to search the style, colors, prints and purchase what you like:

Fashion Friday – 06/15/18 – Favorite Summer Dresses 40% Off + FREE Shipping! w/code: FRIDAYDRESSES

Summer Beach Printables

June 14, 2018 By Meegan Leave a Comment

If you have been following me for awhile, you will know that I LOVE the beach. Like, LOVE it. So much so that I wanted to create a printable for our condo cottage.

While I was at it, I thought it would be fun to make them in ALL sorts of colors. Then YOU could have some Summer Beach Printables, too.

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.

Outdoor DIY Project Ideas

May 20, 2018 By Meegan 2 Comments

Hi and welcome to Inspiration Monday Party! With the Outdoor DIY Project Ideas as features.