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Christmas Decorating with Family Traditions

November 21, 2019 By Meegan 12 Comments

I am happy to have you here today and show you my Christmas Decorating with Family Traditions.

This is part of the Very Merry Christmas Home Tour hosted by Carrie of Lovely Etc. It’s been an inspiring week browsing through the home tours and seeing all the beautiful and creative ideas.

If you are visiting from DIY Beautify, WELCOME. It’s a pleasure to have you here.

After moving into a new (to me) apartment this year, decorating for Christmas was going to be a new challenge. Do I use what I already have? Do I add to my Christmas collection? Where do I even place the Christmas tree?

*This post was update October 2025.

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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.

*This post was updated Nov 2025. 

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Vintage Bicycle Rim Christmas Wreath

November 3, 2019 By Meegan 25 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…

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Simple Vanilla Cookie Recipe

August 19, 2019 By Meegan 1 Comment

When I was newly married I stopped by my grandma’s house for a quick visit. She showed me all of her recent projects and family photos. And of course, there were treats. There were always treats ready at her house. This particular day she shared a Simple Vanilla Cookie Recipe with me.

I came right home and made my own.

From that point on, these decadent cookies have been my “go to” recipe.

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