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.

Create a Eucalyptus, Fruit and Vegetable Tablescape

September 6, 2019 By Meegan 3 Comments

I was having friends over and wanted to make my table a little extra special. Starting with some groceries and greenery, I was able to create a Eucalyptus, Fruit and Vegetable Tablescape.

Reaching into my refrigerator, I pulled out fresh fruits and vegetables to start this new look in my cottage apartment.

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.

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.

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…

Seven Home Improvement DIY Projects

April 26, 2019 By Meegan 2 Comments

I love a good DIY project, don’t you? Whether it is for home decor, lighting, the garden, organizing, etc… Today I have collected Seven Home Improvement DIY Projects that YOU are going to love.

My talented blogging friends have created tutorials to help you with your DIY project dilemmas.

They are pretty incredible. So let’s get started.

Thirteen DIY Seasonal Wreaths

December 26, 2018 By Meegan Leave a Comment

Looking back on the past few years of blogging, I have created many wreaths to decorate our front door and home. Each one is unique and a DIY project that I have enjoyed making. Today I have collected Thirteen DIY Seasonal Wreaths just for you. Each one has personally been made by me.

I hope as you browse through each of the Thirteen DIY Seasonal Wreaths you will be inspired to create your own. There is a wreath (or 3) for every season or Holiday for your own home.

Make a Beautiful Christmas Wreath in Ten Minutes

December 17, 2018 By Meegan 2 Comments

I found a sparse wreath at an “after Christmas” sale a few years ago. I have been using it on our front door every Christmas ever since. I liked it because it had various pine needles, pine cones and berries. (I just love the touch of berries).

This year I wanted make something fresh and new with what I already had. I am so pleased with it, I want to show you How to Make a Beautiful Christmas Wreath in Ten Minutes.

It’s simple and easy. PLUS, you can use what you already have. No reason in spending money when you don’t have to, right?

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

Outdoor Living Spaces

June 10, 2018 By Meegan 1 Comment

Welcome to the Inspiration Monday Party with Outdoor Living Spaces.

We are so happy that you are joining us today!

With the temps heating up and kids getting out of school, we just had to share Outdoor Living Spaces with you this week!

Outdoor living gets us excited! We hope you are inspired to get your outdoor living spaces ready for enjoyment with these features selected by Christy from Our Southern Home.