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The Year in Review

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As the year draws to a close, I can’t help but look back over the past year and fall in love (again) with some of my favorite projects.

Yep, it’s time for a Top Ten of 2009 list.
You totally thought you were going to get away with me not doing one of these, didn’t you? You were wrong!
Lindsay’s Top Ten Favorite Projects of 2009
10. Painting Laminate Furniture – With some patience, you too can paint a piece of laminate (aka plastic) furniture.
9. Transforming a Jurassic Thrift Store Find – I really want to know who originally purchased this dinosaur/clown lamp.
8. $7 Burlap Table Runner – Create a versatile, year-round table runner with no sewing.
7. Old Light Fixture Turned Candelabra – It’s even cooler now.
6. Placemats Become Window Valences – A little creativity goes a long way.
5. Zack’s Big Surprise – Forty-eight solid hours of painting delights my 3 year old son.
4. Breathing New Life into an Old Chair – This re-do is now the favorite seat in the house.
3. Rags to Riches Thrift Store Desk – My husband couldn’t imagine why I brought this home; I can’t imagine life without it.
2. Britney Spears/Kid Rock Coffee Table Gets a Face Lift – This one speaks for itself.
1. The Book Wreath – The most wonderful $2 wreath in the world.
Thank you so much for finding me and welcoming me into your blog world in 2009. Will you continue join me in 2010? I sure hope so. I have a lot up my proverbial sleeve.
Happy end of 2009! I’ll catch you on the flip side.
I linked up this post with the Good Bye 2009 parties happening at The Inspired Room, The Nesting Place and The Lettered Cottage.

About Lindsay Ballard

Lindsay Ballard is a former college mascot turned political geek turned roller derby playing, DIY fanatic.

Lindsay chronicles her projects, design ideas, and lifestyle tips here at Makely, where she shares tutorials and inspiration. Her DIY designs are bold and graphic, while her spirit is fun and full of color.

Comments

  2. Anonymous says

    I'm so glad I found your lovely, amazing blog, too! I love your projects and hope to learn from them! Thank you for sharing all of your hard work and creativity! You are wonderful!

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  3. Hissyfits & Halos says

    I can't believe you painted over Kid Rock! 😉 hehe That's a transformation I wish I hadn't missed before. I've been sitting here giggling at your "bring it home" post. Too cute! Oh, and I'm still intending to make the book wreath. I have the printout on my fridge….still!

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  12. Anonymous says

    Because of you, my favorite project this year was the Book Wreath. Loved the tutorial on painting laminate. Wish I had read it before I "painted" a laminate bureau. Happy New Year!
    Carmie

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  13. Jen says

    I was going to leave a comment about which one was my favorite but then I realized I have FIVE favorites which is half your list…SO I'll just say that I love it all, you crafty crafter you! Thanks for all the great inspiration!

    Jen

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  14. Nadir @ Hodgepodge says

    The chair has got to be one of my favorites, I remember that was one of the first posts I read of yours when I started following your blog:-) Looooooove the coffee table too. Take care & have a blessed New Year.

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  19. Kara@ Creations by Kara says

    I think I have every one of those projects in my file of favorites. I still gasp every time I see your Britney Spears table makeover. Just stunning!!

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  21. Adrienne says

    Just stumbled upon your site and I have to say WOW! I love your ideas (especially the little desk) and will definitely be back to read more in 2010. Happy New Year to you and your family!

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  22. Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality says

    Lindsay, it was so great to meet you this year in blogland! You did a lot of fun projects too. I hope you'll join my party next week, everyone's invited to recap their Top Projects for 2009. Jan. 6th! Before and after pics. Looking forward to Blissdom very soon!

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  23. Lisa says

    All the projects you share are winners in my book. Thank you for sharing your creative nature to inspire us. May 2010 bring you much joy and peace. Happy New Year.

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  25. michelle says

    I am SO in love with that monogrammed desk! I got a peek of it in your book wreath post and it was love at first sight. Now I want to find something to do that to…

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  27. lcsmom says

    I love all of the projects!! Also – did you ever end up painting the Home Depot version of "Parma Gray" – the Farrow & Ball color? Do you have photos? Were you happy with the outcome? Thanks and Happy New Year!

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  28. El says

    I just found your blog and I'm very impressed with your work. That coffee table transformation is incredible! I look forward to your future posts. Happy New Year!

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  30. 1 Funky Woman says

    Happy New Year! I just found you through Thrifty Decor Chic and laughed so hard at your table, just that you set it in the room before you did the redo made me smile. And my husband wonders why I drag crazy things home too! You really did a fantastic job. I love love love your chair redo. You really do find some real treasures!

    Can't wait to follow you! I just started blogging, so stop on over!
    Megan

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  31. Richella says

    Congratulations on a year of beautiful projects. I appreciate the way you share your ideas so freely. You deserve a real pat on the back for all you accomplished in 2009!

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  32. Sarah's Deals says

    These are the kind of things I wish I could create on my own! I've done simple covers over pillow blanks and basic painting. I hope to be inspired to take on more projects by reading your blog. I'm good with money/saving and my brain…just can't make the creative juices flow to my hands!

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  33. Melody :-) says

    I gotta say, the Britney Spears/Kid Rock coffee table redo is not only gorgeous, but you did the world a public service by eradicating the previous version! Come visit me sometime @ Big Doll's Boomtown — we can rev up our hot glue guns together! LOL

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  34. luciahames says

    Lindsay: I am the one that made the 6 wreaths for my niece's wedding. It was a joy and labor of love! You are SO original and we just wanted you to know that the wreaths were beautiful!
    Lucia Hames

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  35. Anonymous says

    Just have to say you are super talented. I love your creativity and everything turns out so beautiful. Way to go!

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  36. Jeanette says

    I looove the color of your walls in the after picture of the laminate entertainment cabinet!! What color is it? Its also in the background of the $2 wreath and the redone chair!

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