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.
christy@Confessions 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
Sonya ~At Home with The Barkers says
I love your budget bathroom makeover, super cute curtain! Happy New Year! Sonya
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
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!!
Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking says
Oh my goodness all of your projects look amazing!!
Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking says
Forgot to say that I am really glad to have discovered your blog!
Paula@SweetPea says
You do the nicest job on all of your projects! I look forward to seeing what you accomplish in 2014!
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!
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 =)