What Meegan Makes

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Meegan’s Slow Cooker Turkey Chili

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It has been years now that I have used ground turkey instead of beef. It can be a great way to save money with a large family.

Did you know that I have seven kids? To fill up all those bellies back then, I loved making my own slow cooker turkey chili. With so many spices to flavor the meat and beans, it is delish. So delicious in fact, that now my grandkids beg me to make it for them!

So, I bet you want the recipe right?  Well, you are in luck!  I would love to share it with you today.

*This post was updated November 2025.

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Homemade Oatmeal Bars From Scratch

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Do you have one of those “go to” recipes that you have used for years and years? These Homemade Oatmeal Bars From Scratch are a recipe like that for me.

With a large family like ours, these always come in handy. They are a family fave and so fun to make various versions for all likes and dislikes.

Whether I need a quick treat or breakfast, this recipe comes in handy for anytime of day or event. It’s a great way to warm up your house on a cool day, with the oven warm and toasty, too.

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Decorate A Chandelier for Christmas in Under 10 Minutes

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When you are hostessing for any festive party, it is fun to have every nook and cranny decorated, isn’t it? Today let’s learn 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.

*This post was updated October 2025.

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Vintage Thrifted Christmas Tablescape

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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.

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