Category Archives: My First House

Remember when my whole Mego Cave redesign was kick started this summer with this stellar door/desk Craigslist find for only $40?! That amazing piece started the inspiration of the Mego Cave, now a combination office, reading nook, craft space, and formal living room. Phew! What a multi-functional space, just how I like ’em. So even though…

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No, it’s not the prettiest project you have ever seen, nor the most exciting. But it might be the warmest (and itchiest). This does just go to show that all home improvement don’t make your house prettier, but instead make it more practical and comfortable to live in. The floor plan of our house has…

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A random post title for a few little updates I wanted to share in the Mego Cave. I actually made these right before Christmas to make the room look a little more snazzy (since this is one of the only times we use the formal dining room). First up is a great money-saving alternative for…

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Are you feeling rugged? Like just climbed a mountain rugged? Because let me tell you, I’m feeling pretty rugged. No, I didn’t hike Everest or the Appalachian Trail. But my pointer finger really worked hard in my online shopping spree at Rugs USA. Ahh…it’s all coming together. My ruggedness is actually a new rug I’m…

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It’s here! It’s here! In my mind, I am jumping around like Will Ferrell in Elf when he hears that Santa is coming and starts yelling, “Santa! Santa! I know him!” Yup, this project was on the level of excitement for me as Santa Claus is to elves.  The day has arrived where I can…

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