Here we are, at the very end of 2013.
I had barely started blogging when the year began, and I’ve learned so much since then!
It seems like the more projects I do, the more creative I feel. Do you feel the same?
Here’s a look back at my 10 most popular DIY projects this year.
In true countdown fashion, let’s start at #10…
10. Gift Wrapped Table Makeover: A midcentury table was transformed with wrapping paper and Mod Podge.
9. Hanging Hearts Mobile: One of my earlier projects of the year, made with scrapbook paper. I can’t wait to get this out and hang it again soon!
8. Gilded Twin Tables: This pair of tables got a stunning makeover with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint® and some metallic gold paint on the edges.
7. Bonjour Blue Chair Makeover: This chair + this blue paint = a match made in heaven!
6. Textured Dresser: Wallpaper was applied to this plain dresser with Mod Podge and then it was all painted with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint®. Such a cool piece!
5. Chic Little Table Makeover: Another one of my earlier projects this year- this table was given a couple layers of paint and distressed each time, with beautiful results!
4. The Gray Dresser: A makeover that took me almost 9 months to complete. This was a broken curbside find and I gave it a lot of TLC!
3. Vanity Makeover & Annie Sloan Chalk Paint® Review: One of my personal favorites, and an in-depth opinion and review of how to use Annie Sloan Chalk Paint® and wax.
2. Budget Bathroom Makeover (and Drop Cloth Shower Curtain): Two posts for one big project- a much-needed bathroom makeover on a budget!
1. Organizer Makeover: A project that was a lot of fun for me because I love upcycled projects, and this one is almost unrecognizable from the “before” to the “after.” It’s a great project that anyone can do!
That’s it – my top 10 most popular DIY projects of 2013.
There are a few that surprised me when I pulled up the list, and a couple of my personal favorites that didn’t make the cut.
What do you think of my list, are your favorites all here?
I can’t wait to see what 2014 has in store!
Jen
Before you go, I invite you to check out some of my friends’ top posts of the year- links are below!
Sunday December 29th:
Monday December 30th:
Tuesday December 31st:
Meegan says
Jen,
Your talent never ceases to amaze me! I love your creativity and vision. I am truly inspired.
Thanks for sharing.
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[email protected] of a serial do-it-yourselfer says
I think your shower curtain was the first project of yours I remember and I still love it! I can’t get over the organizer either…so clever! I can’t wait to see what you brings us in 2014. Happy New Year! XO
Jeanette says
Jen, I just knew your organizer would be number one. I read your post about several months after giving away several of those little organizers. May have to visit the thrift shop for more. Thanks for joining the tour. I love everything you create. Looking forward to see your creativity in 2014. ~Jeanette
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Sonya ~At Home with The Barkers says
I love your budget bathroom makeover, super cute curtain! Happy New Year! Sonya
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Nancy @ Artsy chicks rule says
So many great projects Jen! I love all of your painted furniture!
Can’t wait to see what you do in the new year!!
Happy New Year to you!
Nancy
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Kathy, Petticoat Junktion says
Jen, all the projects are great but the vanity is my favorite too. I like the gray dresser a lot too. Happy New Year Jen!!
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[email protected] eco friendly homemaking says
Oh my goodness all of your projects look amazing!!
[email protected] eco friendly homemaking says
Forgot to say that I am really glad to have discovered your blog!
[email protected] says
You do the nicest job on all of your projects! I look forward to seeing what you accomplish in 2014!
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Jen @ RamblingRenovators says
So many great projects – looks like you had a fantastic year! Those gilded twin tables are awesome. I’ve seen many ‘before’ tables like that at antique fairs. I’ll have to give them a second look now!
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Abby @ Just a Girl and Her Blog says
Girl, I think I need a magical garage so that my projects turn out as cute as yours! 😀 What a wonderful year you’ve had! Thanks for sharing the highlights!
~Abby =)
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