Top Ten Seasonal DIY Craft and Decor Ideas

January 6, 2020 By Meegan Leave a Comment

As we start a new year, I have my Top Ten Seasonal DIY Craft and Decor Ideas for you.

It was a crazy busy and fun year. With packing, moving, unpacking and re configuring a new (to me) cottage apartment in the desert, family vacations, traveling and then the Christmas season my year was jam packed.

My brain and creativity are already moving full force with fresh, new and clean ideas. Not only home decor, but for design, keeping myself healthy and working on goals for a better lifestyle. I will be telling you more about that soon.

For now let’s look at the Top Ten Seasonal DIY Craft and Decor Ideas for you, your home and family.

Even though the cottage back porch is small, with just a few thrifted finds and ingenuity I was able to Create an Inviting Back Porch.

Vintage Thrifted Christmas Tablescape

December 13, 2019 By Meegan 12 Comments

Since it’s just the two of us, it’s fun to create something special for with an idea for a Vintage Thrifted Christmas Tablescape.

With some vintage family pieces and a few thrifted finds the dining room table is ready for Christmas in the cottage apartment.

Designing this table is part of the Thrifty Style Team this month. I always look forward to the second Friday of each month. It’s when a talented group of bloggers gather and share their thrifty ideas, decor and DIY projects.

My Visit to The Old Lucketts Store-Part Two

October 25, 2019 By Meegan Leave a Comment

After sifting through at least 300 pictures, I am thrilled to share My Visit to The Old Lucketts Store-Part Two. It is such a fun place to visit when you are in Virginia. It isn’t far from Washington, DC. Well, probably an hour and a half-ish away. And if you LOVE vintage style, like I do, you don’t want to miss out.

If you would like to see Part One, visit here.

I am actually going to make this series into to 4 or 5 parts. Only because I have so much to share.

My Visit To The Old Lucketts Store-Part One

October 9, 2019 By Meegan 1 Comment

I may have mentioned that we have family that lives in Virginia. I have been blessed enough to have visited them several times, now. I love seeing the grand-babies and exploring while I am there. Everything from historical monuments, gardens, cemeteries, plus lots of antique stores and beautiful restaurants.

Shortly after I started my blog, I had heard about The Old Lucketts Store. But I NEVER thought I would have a chance to visit. Let alone go here more than once in one trip to Virginia. BUT, I did the last few weeks and I am excited to share with you My Visit To The Old Lucketts Store-Part One.

Yes, part one, because there is SO much to see. I literally could spend hours upon hours there. And I think you could, too.

Dumpster Dive Vintage Chair Makeover

August 29, 2019 By Meegan Leave a Comment

It’s always a treat when I can find a piece of furniture at a steal of a deal. It makes my heart skip a beat, without a doubt. Especially when I can spy something in the dumpster! I know, I am THAT person. You can read about how I found this amazing chair (pictured below) here.

Now that I have had this vintage style chair in our home for a few weeks, I have a vision of what I want this to be. Let me show you my steps for this Dumpster Dive Vintage Chair Makeover.

Apothecary Jar Sea Shell Collection

August 13, 2019 By Meegan Leave a Comment

My Apothecary Jar Sea Shell Collection is a new piece in my new apartment. Actually I have lived here since March, but it still feels new to me.

Not only is it a new piece, but I found it for a steal of a deal!

You KNOW how much I love me a great thrifted find, as you can see here. And if there is a way I can incorporate them in my home decor, I sure will.

My Latest Thrifted Finds

August 8, 2019 By Meegan Leave a Comment

You know how I love thrifting and junkin’, right? Well, I have been busy doing both since moving into the new cottage apartment. I am excited to show you my latest thrifted finds…

My Ten Peaceful Hobbies

June 20, 2019 By Meegan 1 Comment

Sometimes life can get overwhelming, can’t it? Whether it is Spring, Summer, Fall or Winter, I have My Ten Peaceful Hobbies that keep my heart and soul filled and calm.

I am excited to share them with you. And I am also looking forward to hearing about what keeps you peaceful, too. As you are reading, keep in mind the things or activities that give you comfort, too.

Moving Into My New Cottage In The Desert

May 21, 2019 By Meegan 3 Comments

Hi everyone! I have neglected to tell you about Moving Into My New “Cottage In The Desert” apartment. I have been documenting the process, and gradually sharing it on my Instagram account, but haven’t been sharing it here on my blog.

Maybe not the best picture quality, but you can see my excitement! Wow, I have so much more space! It felt like a mansion in comparison.

DIY Apartment Summer Porch Ideas

May 15, 2019 By Meegan 6 Comments

The temperature is warming up and I am spending most of my days poolside. You know how I love to be outside and feel the sun rays on my face. It is really nice to be in our new home. Things are coming together and I am enjoying the decorating process. I am also enjoying the fact that we have a REAL porch. We did have a tiny balcony before. I tried to turn it into an inviting space. But, my vision never really came to fruition. I had visions of what I wanted here even before we moved in. Let me share some of my DIY Apartment Summer Porch Ideas for our new home.

These DIY Apartment Summer Porch Ideas can be used on tiny porches and large decks alike.

I like this time of month because I get to be a part of the At Home DIY Challenges. We have a theme every 15th of the month and share our best DIY projects related to the theme. This month is: “Make it Pretty Outdoor Challenge”

That is EXACTLY why I am tidying up our back porch and showing you my DIY projects for this space…