Sunless Tan Using Two Lotions Together

June 2, 2020 By Meegan 23 Comments

We are off to a niece’s wedding this weekend. The whole family is really looking forward to it. I will be wearing a dress that comes just above the knee. I haven’t been in the sun much this year. So, I did some sunless tanning using two lotions together.

Yep, it is that easy. And I have a beautiful, smooth, flawless tan without spending hours in the sun.

Creative Back Porch Ideas

June 1, 2020 By Meegan 2 Comments

While the Summer is coming on, I have been busy getting my cottage ready to enjoy with some Creative Back Porch Ideas. I usually am NOT a green thumb. But this year I am having some good luck. (Fingers crossed!)

With just a few touches of vintage charm, new ceramic pots and a little creativity, I now have a cottage style porch to enjoy all year long.

Seven Creative and Unique Summer Ideas For Your Home

May 13, 2020 By Meegan 4 Comments

I have been thinking about decorating my cottage apartment with Summer vignettes. In doing so, I collected Seven Creative and Unique Summer Ideas For Your Home that I think you will really enjoy.

Not only that but each piece is available for you to purchase for your own Summer decorating.

There’s So Much Life To Live Summer Printable

May 6, 2020 By Meegan 5 Comments

In times of struggle, challenges, or even sickness There’s So Much Life To Live in-between, isn’t there? I love Summer, the sun, ocean and making memories with my family. With these thoughts in mind, I have a created a There’s So Much Life To Live Summer Printable for each of you.

This post has been organized and coordinated by Carrie from Lovely, Etc…

There are several more Summer printable art ideas linked at the bottom of this post. I can never resist a creative and inspiring free printable, can you?

Spring Dress Style and a Steal of a Deal

March 10, 2020 By Meegan Leave a Comment

I love a dress that you can wear ALL year long, looks flattering on everyone, and has the most adorable buttons. Of course you you want one too, right? That’s why I am sharing this Spring Dress Style and a Steal of a Deal you don’t want to miss.

Let’s check it out…

Have you met the Lani? She is one of the favorite woven dresses around and she is to die for! She comes in 8 different colors with sizes ranging from S-3XL!

Parmesan Crusted Salmon Recipe

July 10, 2019 By Meegan Leave a Comment

It’s been busy here the past few months. With moving, organizing, and planning our family beach trip, I have been missing from my blog. It was a much needed break. But, I am back and ready to share my own version of a Parmesan Crusted Salmon Recipe.

I wish I could take full credit for this recipe, BUT, I did find it at a teeny tiny restaurant in Boulder City, Nevada.

Outdoor DIY Projects For Your Home and Garden

May 29, 2019 By Meegan Leave a Comment

I am excited to share some some of my very favorite Outdoor DIY Projects For Your Home and Garden. Each one is unique and can be done for any home or space.

Done with some creativity, hard work and step by step tutorials, you can make each of these DIY outdoor projects, as well.

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.

Fashion over Fifty Spring and Summer Skirts

May 16, 2019 By Meegan Leave a Comment

If you are anything like me, you love Fashion over Fifty Spring and Summer Skirts.

I am all about staying comfortable in the warmer months. Dresses and skirts are my “go to” outfits from the beginning of April until about mid October here in Vegas.

Summer Skirts are my favorite choice.

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…

How To Make A Woven Magazine Page Placemat

May 8, 2019 By Meegan 11 Comments

Today I have a fun and easy way to dress up any tablescape for any event. I am going to teach you How To Make A Woven Magazine Page Placemat. It’s your typical type of craft, but I know you are gonna LOVE it!

It’s also the 2nd Wednesday of the month, so it’s time for the Thrifty Style Team to share their incredible and thrifty decorating ideas. It is always a treat to see what everyone comes up with. I will have all the links to their projects listed below.

Now to get busy with the tutorial on How To Make A Woven Magazine Page Placemat…

Sauteed Yellow Summer Squash with Leeks Recipe

April 17, 2019 By Meegan Leave a Comment

I have been trying to eat better. You know, less carbs, less sugar, more fresh veggies and conscientious of what goes into my mouth. Sometimes that is hard for me. I like to eat what I want. I know, that sounds prideful. BUT, I know in the long run I do feel better and stronger when I take good care of my body and brain. My Sauteed Yellow Summer Squash with Leeks Recipe has become a “go to” for me.

With the melted Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes, makes it even more flavorful!

10 DIY Seasonal Banners

December 29, 2018 By Meegan Leave a Comment

Hey everyone! If you are anything like me, you like to decorate for seasons. BUT, you don’t want to go to a lot of trouble or take too much time. I have my best and easiest 10 DIY Seasonal Banners here, just for you.

Most of these 10 DIY Seasonal Banners are made with simple components and things you might already have at home.

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.

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

Seven Summer Side Dishes

July 22, 2018 By Meegan 1 Comment

Welcome back to another Inspiration Monday Party! PLUS Seven Summer Side Dishes as features, this week.

We are so happy that you are joining us today!

Summer is in full swing with entertaining and time at home with family! Today our features are all about Seven Summer Side Dishes to complete that meal!

This week’s features were selected by Christy from Our Southern Home.

Ten Summer Salad Recipes

July 8, 2018 By Meegan 2 Comments

Welcome back to the Inspiration Monday Party!

We’re so happy you’re here celebrating with Ten Summer Salad Recipes.

As we enter into the dog days of summer, salads are a great way to avoid cooking over a hot stove. We’ve got ten summer salad recipes for you today.

These summer salad features were selected by Kristi from I Should Be Mopping the Floor. Please pin from the original source.
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Delicious Summer Fruit Recipes

June 24, 2018 By Meegan 1 Comment

Welcome back to another Inspiration Monday, we are so glad you are joining us today! We are excited to share Delicious Summer Fruit Recipes, today.

Today’s features are all about Delicious Summer Fruit Recipes.

The features were chosen from Jamie at Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom

7 Patriotic Ideas and Recipes

June 17, 2018 By Meegan 2 Comments

Welcome to the Inspiration Monday Party! We are happy to see you here, today! We are also excited to share 7 Patriotic Ideas and Recipes.

The Summer is just getting started and I am already thinking about the Fourth of July. Are you, too?

Today’s features are all about 7 Patriotic Ideas and Recipes. Each feature was chose by Meegan from What Meegan Makes.

Fashion Over Fifty-Summer Style Dresses

June 15, 2018 By Meegan Leave a Comment

I am SO excited to share this week’s Fashion Over Fifty-Summer Style Dresses.

There are so many dresses that have been a hit this Summer, so I have decided to hand pick the best selling favorites for Fashion Friday! When using the code FRIDAYDRESSES, YOU, my followers will be able to take 40% off + FREE Shipping on over 10 different styles.

This lilac dress with ruffle detail on the bottom caught my eye, right off the bat…

Use this link to search the style, colors, prints and purchase what you like:

Fashion Friday – 06/15/18 – Favorite Summer Dresses 40% Off + FREE Shipping! w/code: FRIDAYDRESSES