I love to look back at the year that is drawing to a close and recall all the projects I've done. It has taken me a few days to think of everything and it's not that I've done all that much - quite the opposite in fact, but I just have a terrible memory. I love making lists (in the lead-up to Christmas I had three lists on the go at one time) and so here are the projects I completed around the house in 2010.
1) Painted our kitchen cabinets. (You can read about it and see before and after photos here). This was the biggest project I undertook this year and it involved three weeks of mess and sore muscles, but was so worth it.
2) Added beadboard to the en suite bathroom. (You can read about it and see before and after photos here). I have to say it was one of the most rewarding finish-in-a-weekend projects I have ever done and we are enjoying how pretty it looks.
3) Prettified my office-in-a-closet. (You can see more photos here). This redo was inspired by my office being shown on Centsational Girl's blog and how it just didn't look too pretty. I've enjoyed the cleaner tidier version (although it isn't always as tidy as it is in the photos).
4) Made over my curbside bench to use on our front porch. (You can see more photos here). Nothing like finding a fabulous freebie and then fixing it up.
5) Made an autumn wreath. (You can read about it here). It was a nearly free project and I loved seeing it hung on our door all during the fall.
6) Made letters from twine to spell the word "joy" for our mantel at Christmas. (You can read more about it here).
7) Sewed a stocking for my son's fiance who joined us for Christmas this year. (You can read about it here).
I have other projects on the go (and by on-the-go I mean they aren't done yet and I haven't touched them in months) which means I will have plenty of fun projects to work on in 2011.
I'm linking up to Savvy Southern Style's linky party and Top Projects of 2010 at Southern Hospitality and am looking forward to seeing what everyone else accomplished in 2010.
Grace you have really accomplished alot this past year and so much to enjoy!
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xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
Grace, you have done some wonderful projects this year. Your kitchen is fabulous! Thanks for linking tonight!
ReplyDeleteAll your projects are oh so pretty! I can't wait to see what you have in store for 2011-which feels so strange to type!
ReplyDeleteYou did accomplish a lot, Grace. I love the toile in your office-in-a-closet. Everything looks so pretty! You are encouraging me to accomplish many put-off projects in 2011.
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Ricki Jill
Grace, you completed so many wonderful projects this past year...well done my friend! And your Christmas post looked so wonderful! Fun, food, and family, the perfect holiday!
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What a wonderfully productive year you have had Grace. I hope 2011 brings you more exciting projects to share with us. Wishing you well for the holidays. Deb
ReplyDeleteGreat accomplishments Grace! Your home is lovely and so homey!!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!!
You accomplished a lot! I remember your kitchen. I know you are enjoying them all.
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Atticmag
These are some wonderful projects this year Grace. I love the JOY!
ReplyDeletethese are wonderful projects, my favorite is the new workspace, very well designed and pretty too! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteWONDERFUL!!! That bench is sheer perfection!
ReplyDeleteI loved that bathroom then, and I love it now!
ReplyDeleteHi Grace - I've loved reading back over all the fantastic projects you have completed this year. I have an absolute passion for farmhouse benches - just LOVE yours! Can't wait to see what your plans are for 2011. I am soo inspired! Have a fabulous New Year. ;)Sharyne
ReplyDeleteGrace you have some wonderful projects here - several that I would like to make next fall.
ReplyDeleteHappy new year to you!
-Rene
what a great transformation of the kitchen! can't wait to see what 2011 brings!
ReplyDeleteHi Grace! Oh, what wonderful projects! Your kitchen is gorgeous! Very inspiring.
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Shelia ;)
Grace, I've enjoyed your review of 2010 projects and thanks for all the inspiration. I look forward to seeing what you create in 2011.
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Sherry
Grace, what a lot of fun projects you've done. love your kitchen makeover & that cute toile office space is adorable. You did a lot of fun things, thanks for linking up.
ReplyDeleteI love your toile work space! Thanx for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGrace,
ReplyDeleteLove the name of your blog and having fun reading about your year in review. I am also loving how you have used the color blue in your home! Beautiful.
Wendy
It's all darling! You've got so many great ideas and your house is wonderful. It's so nice to find your blog. Lisa~
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your kitchen and dining room! So soft and pretty. That blue on the lower cabinets is beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteHope you are having a wonderful week.
Beth.
Hi I saw you on the linky party. I love your office space with the wallpaper you've made the space really unique, great job :)
ReplyDeleteI love your office in a closet. So cute and organized. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteJust came across your blog, wanted to say hi, and tell you your projects are all so inspiring! Love love love how your kitchen cabinets turned out and your little closet office is so sweet... Please stop by my blog...www.crochetngarden.blogspot.com.
ReplyDeleteSue~
I love your pine cone wreath! I can't wait to see more of your projects! :)
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