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.

Decorate A Chandelier for Christmas in Under 10 Minutes

December 19, 2019 By Meegan 1 Comment

When you are hostessing for any festive party, it is fun to have every nook and cranny decorated, isn’t it? Today I want to show you how to Decorate A Chandelier for Christmas in Under 10 Minutes. It’s quick, super easy and looks elegant for any home.

I am really blessed to have a friend that gave me this amazing chandelier as a gift.

When Christmas season comes around I can hardly wait to get it ready for my visitors and parties. But I don’t have a lot of time with all the baking, shopping and gift wrapping. This is the perfect solution. And you probably already have everything in your Christmas decoration stash.

30 DIY Christmas Projects

December 10, 2019 By Meegan Leave a Comment

It’s that time of year when you are decorating, making presents or buying gifts for your loved ones. If you are anything like me, you are looking for something unique, a treasured memento or a fun DIY idea. Today I have 30 DIY Christmas Projects. There is something for everyone.

Whether you like vintage pieces, outdoor decor or wood working, there is something that you will enjoy.

DIY Vintage Baby Shoe Christmas Ornament

December 2, 2019 By Meegan 1 Comment

If you are anything like me, you like to savor family and childhood memories. I keep small notes from our kids, pictures, and even a few of their baby shoes. To keep these treasures as part of my Christmas decorations, I created a DIY Vintage Baby Shoe Christmas Ornament.

It’s week FIVE for the Deck The Home DIY Challenges and it’s been so much fun to watch all of the amazing ideas for creating a beautiful home at Christmastime.

This week is all about Christmas ornaments.

Yes, I guess I am old enough to call my own kids’ baby shoes vintage. I don’t know how much they will like that, though!

Decoupaged Christmas Gift Bag for Outdoor Christmas Decor

November 24, 2019 By Meegan 5 Comments

It’s week 4 of the Deck The Home Challenge! Since this week’s theme is: Outdoor Christmas Decor, I am going to show you how to make a Decoupaged Christmas Gift Bag for Outdoor Christmas Decor.

You will be amazed at ALL of the fabulous projects and ideas from 20+ talented bloggers.

At the end of this post there will be a link that leads to all 20+ posts. But for now let me show you how I made my DIY Outdoor Decor idea.

You can make this within an hour and a half and make it as in-expensive as you want.

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.

Vintage Bicycle Rim Christmas Wreath

November 3, 2019 By Meegan 23 Comments

Well, here we are. Already in November and the Christmas ideas are popping out around the apartment cottage. So far, my Vintage Bicycle Rim Christmas Wreath is my favorite new decoration. AND has me excited for more Christmas creativity.

You know how much I like vintage, thrifted and rustic pieces. And what better way to make a wreath other than a rusty bicycle rim…Continue Reading

Easy and Simple Eucalyptus Garland

October 11, 2019 By Meegan 8 Comments

I like eucalyptus leaves for decorating all year long. Recently I created a tablescape with $1 bouquets of fresh eucalyptus with fresh fruits and veggies. Since I just love eucalyptus, I couldn’t resist making an Easy and Simple Eucalyptus Garland, too.

This Easy and Simple Eucalyptus Garland takes three components and a short amount off time. That’s my kind of craft. Perfect for a casual day of crafting and relaxation.

How To Adjust Shelves To Fit a Narrow Wall

September 17, 2019 By Meegan Leave a Comment

When we moved into the cottage apartment, I had envisioned the “perfect” spot for my vintage shelves. I KNEW how good they would look. Little did I realize how big the shelves actually were. Dang it. After taking measurements, more than three times! I can now share with you How To Adjust Shelves To Fit a Narrow Wall.

It’s just a few easy steps and anyone can do it.

Thrifty Boho Style Pillow Tutorial

September 13, 2019 By Meegan 6 Comments

I was out shopping today, looking at pillows, throws and floral arrangements. I love looking and thinking about different ways I could recreate what I have seen in stores and online.

I love the Boho look and homey vibes they give. So I bought some chunky lace and trim for starters. I could envision what I wanted and came up with a Thrifty Boho Style Pillow Tutorial, just for you.

I love how my Boho Style Pillow came out. It’s the ambiance I am trying to create in our cottage apartment.