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2nd Annual Thrift Benefit for Sheltered Animals

October 6, 2014 By Meegan Leave a Comment

I am cozy back in my home.  After a 2 week trip back east and to Washington D.C., it’s nice to be home.  It was an informative, fun, grandbaby kissing, touristing, kind of trip and it was a blast!  I have never been that far east, so I was soaking in everything I possibly could.  Pictures to come soon.  I am enjoying the warm weather as long as I can, her in the desert.  Because all too soon, I won’t be able to enjoy the pool and wearing flip flops for too much longer.

The REAL reason I am writing this post is all about helping animal shelters.  Did you know that some thrift stores in your town help fund sheltered animals?  I didn’t either. I found out last year when I participated in the very first Thrift Benefit for Sheltered Animals.  What a great cause, right?

This past weekend over 10+ bloggers shopped at their local thrift stores to help with the Thrift Benefit for Sheltered animals.  We shopped for anything creative we could find, with a DIY project in mind.  I have my loot and I am excited to show you what I found. (I did share 3 tiny items I found on Instagram) BUT, the rest will have to wait until the link party.

On October 14th each of us will share what we found and our DIY projects made from thrift finds for the 2nd Annual Thrift Benefit for Sheltered Animals.  How exciting is that???

I will have more details soon, but until then, take a minute and Google Animal Shelter Thrift Shops in your town, county or city.  Head on over there and help support YOUR local animal shelters by purchasing thrifted goods.

All this week I will be getting ready for the 2nd Annual Thrift Benefit for Sheltered Animals and choosing pictures from my trip to share with YOU.

Before you leave my blog today, don’t forget to check out the Inspiration Monday Party and ALL the eye candy...

Make it a wonderful Monday filled with those you love.

Meegan

A Festival of Fall

September 25, 2014 By Meegan Leave a Comment

Welcome to A Festival of Fall!  Fall is officially here.  And you know what that means, right?  It means bloggers are excited and thrilled to share their own Fall crafts, decor, recipes, home tours and DIY projects.

A Festival of Fall

Today is my turn to show you a few of my Fall ideas.  I had so much fun showing you other ideas here, here and here.  Today I am working with 29 bloggers to bring you THE BEST in blogland.Continue Reading

Roadside Vintage Window Frame

September 11, 2014 By Meegan Leave a Comment

Happy Thursday everyone!  This week is rolling right on by, isn’t it?  The Fall Home Decor Home Tour continues today.  There have been SO many ideas and creativity.  It’s been a real treat to visit each blog to see their interpretation of Fall.  I love it.

Now, to tell you a story about my Roadside Vintage Window Frame and an idea.

I was in California a about 2 weeks ago.  While my daughter-in-law and I were driving through my old home town, we saw a man on the side of the road selling vintage and new items.  My eye caught a glimpse of a LARGE picture frame.  I mean, it was larger that poster size!  We quickly turned into the parking lot.  My DIL said,” If the frame is $15 I will buy, for sure!”  She got out of the car towards the “stuff”.  I saw her look down at what I thought were window frames.  I jumped out to see what she was looking at. Yes, they were indeed vintage window frames!

There were 4 window frames. Now, to choose which one(s) I wanted.  BUT, how much would it cost me???  My DIL had already asked him about the frame.  The price was $7! Really?  That is awesome!

Next question,”How much are these window frames?”  He replied, “Oh, I guess 3 dollars a piece.”  Yowza!!  What a steal of a deal!  Did he know what he had?  I don’t think so…

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This is the frame I chose.  Yes, I only bought one.  And, Yes, I am kicking myself for not buying all 4. (heavy sigh)

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Look at all the rust and chippy goodness.

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Everything was still in tact.  A little dirty, but a beautiful patina.

I had a an ideal new home for my vintage window frame.

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Right above my “mantel headboard”.

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With a little cleaning up, it looks like it belongs there.

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 You can see I have had fun playing with accessories on my shelf.

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One of my favorite views in our room.  With the chandy, vintage candlesticks, mirrors and now my Roadside Vintage Window Frame.

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From this:

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To this…

Vintage Window Frame above Mantel as a Headboard

It’s always amazing to me how such a small change can make a big impact.  Who would have thought a $3 Roadside Vintage Window Frame  could change the look and feel of my bedroom?

I am still working on our bedroom and more posts will follow to keep you updated.

What is a favorite view of your bedroom?  Do you try to keep it serene and inviting?

Thanks for joining me today.  I was REALLY excited to tell you about my Roadside Vintage Window Frame.

Before you leave, don’t forget visit the Fall Home Decor Tour. It is as simple as clicking on the picture below:

Fall Friends Tour

Make it a terrific Thursday.

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August Highlights

September 4, 2014 By Meegan Leave a Comment

Happy Thursday everyone!  I am happy to be home from California.  I spent a week with our kids and grandkids.  It was lots of fun, food, swimming, visiting, games, and great one on one talks.  I love being with them.  BUT, I sure missed my Hubby.

 

August Hightlights

Today is a fun post for me.  It’s is all about What Meegan Makes August Highlights.  It’s always fun for me to look back and see what I have done the past month.  I thought you might like it too.

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