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December 30, 2012 ·

Viewer’s Choice Top 12 DIY Projects of 2012

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Whew! What a year it has been. Did you see that headless chicken run by, feathers flying and floating? Yep, that was me. It’s been a whirlwind of projects, crafts, opportunities and creativity. And you know what? I’ve loved it! Let’s take a look back, and count down to the most viewed, top 12 posts of 2012.

Top Posts 2012

12) Pallet Shark Art

Pallet Art Shark

11) Shell Art

Shell Art

10) Etched Glass Vase

Martha Stewart Crafts Etched Glass Vase

9) Installing a Bead Board Ceiling

How to hang a light fixture (1024x1023)

8) How to Make Stencils

7)  Painting with Chalk Paint (A beginner’s tutorial)

Painting with Chalk Paint by Sand & Sisal

6) Bead Board Bathroom Reveal

Bead Board Bathroom

5)  How to Turn a Charger into a Mirror

Turn Chargers into Mirrors (941x1024)

4) How to Paint Cabinets

Painted cabinets with oil rubbed bronze harware

3) Sea Glass Mosaic Tray

Sea Glass Mosaic Tray (800x800)

2) How to Build Floating Shelves

How to build floating shelves by Sand & Sisal

1) Laundry Room Makeover

beach-laundry-room-makeover

Thanks for all your support, pins, and comments this year. I have the best readers ever!

I’m excited to see what 2013 brings!

All my best to you!

Kim

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Comments

  1. Laura from Top This Top That says

    December 30, 2012 at 12:44 pm

    What an amazing year for you Kim. Looking forward to following along in 2013. Thanks for the inspiration!

  2. Pieced Pastimes says

    December 30, 2012 at 1:31 pm

    You were able to accomplish so much in 2012. The floating shelves and laundry room were my favorite. Looking forward to your 2013 posts. Wishing a Very Happy New Year!

  3. Calypso In The Country says

    December 30, 2012 at 2:47 pm

    You definitely had a busy year! That laundry room has always been one of my favorites. I never get tired of looking at it! Best wishes for a happy and healthy new year!
    Cheers! – Shelley

    • Kim Wilson says

      December 30, 2012 at 9:38 pm

      Thanks Shelley! Happy New Year to you and your family too!

  4. Jennifer @ Decorated Chaos says

    December 30, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    I love all of your projects-they are so inspiring! I look forward to the new year and new projects!

    Have a happy and safe new year!

    Jennifer

  5. Jacque n Matt Knowlton says

    December 30, 2012 at 4:24 pm

    YAy! What a great year you have had! 12, 8, 7, 11, 1, 3, 2, 4, 6, 5, 10, & 9 are my favorites!
    Can’t wait to see what happens next year!
    -Jacque

    • Kim Wilson says

      December 30, 2012 at 9:54 pm

      LOL!!! Thank you Jacque! I’m so glad I had the opportunity to meet y’all this year! Happy New Year!!!

  6. Jessica @ FourGenerationsOneRoof says

    December 30, 2012 at 4:59 pm

    I didn’t know you did beadboard on a ceiling? Hmmm, I must have missed that one. Happy New Year!

    • Kim Wilson says

      December 30, 2012 at 9:33 pm

      Thank you sweet Jessica! You have been such a support line for me this year and I love you for that! Happy New Year Jess!

  7. Suzy says

    December 30, 2012 at 5:25 pm

    What a stellar year you had this year, Kim. I’m so glad that I found you! I look forward to more in 2013. Happy New Year!

    • Kim Wilson says

      December 30, 2012 at 9:37 pm

      Suzy, you have been crazy supportive this year and such an amazing commentor! I always smile when I see you comments! Thank you so much, you have no idea how much they have meant to me! Happy New Year girlfriend!

  8. Attempting Aloha says

    December 30, 2012 at 9:11 pm

    Amazing stuff, Kim. You’ve had a busy year! If I can be 1/4 as productive as you this year, I’ll consider myself successful. 😉

    Aloha,
    Charlie

    • Kim Wilson says

      December 30, 2012 at 9:21 pm

      Aww, thank you Charlie! I didn’t have a baby like you did this year! You have been so supportive and encouraging since I’ve started. Thank you my sweet friend!

  9. Sandy says

    December 30, 2012 at 9:30 pm

    I have no idea how you could select only twelve, this whole year was amazing! That being said, these are probably my top twelve too! Thank you for such a great year of inspiration and I’m excited for the year to come!

  10. Melissa says

    December 31, 2012 at 12:20 am

    These were some of my favorites too! Kim, for the stencil, do you think I could just print out the design on paper, place it under a vinyl sheet, hold the two sheets together with adhesive or paper clips to keep them from sliding around, and cut it out that way? Or do you think the paper on the bottom might burn from the tool? Also, did you use anything to protect your table? Thanks!

    • Kim Wilson says

      December 31, 2012 at 4:13 pm

      Great question Melissa. I used a piece of glass from an old picture frame to cut the stencil out on. You could place your printer sheet under the glass and then have the transparency over the top of the glass, that way you can easily view your design.

  11. Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality says

    December 31, 2012 at 2:04 am

    Kim, you have done some fantastic projects this year & really found your own way in blogland. Congrats for an amazing year & I too, can’t wait for 2013!! xoxo

  12. Karin K says

    December 31, 2012 at 4:49 pm

    Love every bit of it!!! Looking forward to 2013!

  13. Cyndy @ The Creativity Exchange says

    January 2, 2013 at 9:28 pm

    Wow Kim!! What a year, huh? I have loved all of your projects! How did I miss the shark pallet?? So fun! It has been such a joy keeping up with you and your amazing creativity! Here’s to 2013!! Cheers!!

  14. Leen says

    January 5, 2013 at 7:53 pm

    Love your recap, Kim! I haven’t been able to keep up with my fave’s lately so while sick on the couch today I thought I would peek at everyone’s recaps.

    Glad I did, I love all your projects 🙂

  15. maureen @ envious homes says

    January 7, 2013 at 10:30 am

    Love them all and some great inspiration but particularly like the pallet shark art!

  16. Anonymous says

    January 15, 2013 at 8:11 pm

    I have just enough space in my laundry to do the same shelving and six baskets like you did. Your top shelf looks like it has a counter top edge on it. Can you tell me what materials you used to make this and how you mounted this to the wall. Thanks for the inpiration! Valorie

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