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The Year in Review

by Lindsay Ballard on December 29, 2009 36 Comments

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.

Lindsay lives outside of Austin, Texas with her husband (Tom), children (Zack and Emma), and dogs (Duke and Jill). She plays roller derby for the Rockin' City Rollergirls out of Round Rock, Texas.

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Comments

  1. Susie from Bienvenue says

    December 29, 2009 at 10:14 pm

    What a great year this has been! Cant wait to see what you have in store for us…((hugs))

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  2. Anonymous says

    December 29, 2009 at 11:17 pm

    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

    December 29, 2009 at 9:45 pm

    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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  4. Cottage Dreamers says

    December 29, 2009 at 9:47 pm

    All of those projects are great! I can't decide which is my favorite!

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  5. Mom in High Heels says

    December 30, 2009 at 3:13 am

    I love all your transformations. I think the Kid Rock/Brittany Spears table should have been #1 though. BTW, whatever happened with the contest you entered the book wreath into?

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  6. Sweet Bee Cottage says

    December 29, 2009 at 10:15 pm

    Wow! Awesome change in 2009! Can't wait to see what you have in store for 2010!

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  7. Sheryl says

    December 29, 2009 at 11:35 pm

    I am so glad I found your blog! I look forward to seeing what you will create in 2010!

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  8. heidi says

    December 30, 2009 at 12:01 am

    Yay! Happy New Year! My faves are the book wreath and the candelabra!

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  9. Britt-Inger says

    December 30, 2009 at 1:03 am

    Thank you for your blog and sharing your work and creativity.
    Happy New Year.

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  10. laurelstreet says

    December 30, 2009 at 7:07 am

    I've enjoyed your blog all year long – great projects, all. Happy new year and here's to more DIY fun!

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  11. Jennifer Rizzo says

    December 30, 2009 at 9:30 am

    Wonderful projects! Happy new year!!

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  12. Anonymous says

    December 30, 2009 at 11:32 am

    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

    December 30, 2009 at 7:13 am

    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

    December 30, 2009 at 12:53 pm

    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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  15. Sjn says

    December 30, 2009 at 8:24 am

    You inspire me! Love your little boys bedroom! You've got me planning my 2K10 re-do list…

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  16. Amanda @ Serenity Now says

    December 30, 2009 at 2:34 pm

    Kid Rock 'n Britney and the Chair Transformation are my two faves!!!

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  17. Lindsay T says

    December 30, 2009 at 9:47 am

    My favs are the wreath and the monogrammed desk. Looking forward to your 2010 projects!

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  18. Molly says

    December 30, 2009 at 11:09 am

    Keep em coming!!!!!!

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  19. Kara@ Creations by Kara says

    December 30, 2009 at 12:17 pm

    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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  20. The How-To Gal says

    December 30, 2009 at 12:52 pm

    I can't pick a favorite project! Love it all and love your blog.

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  21. Adrienne says

    December 30, 2009 at 6:22 pm

    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

    December 30, 2009 at 8:11 pm

    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

    December 30, 2009 at 6:08 pm

    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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  24. bridget {bake at 350} says

    December 30, 2009 at 9:03 pm

    OMG…the Kid Rock & Britney table!!! That is SO funny!!!

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  25. michelle says

    December 30, 2009 at 10:34 pm

    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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  26. MaRiN says

    December 31, 2009 at 7:43 am

    Your blog was awesome in 2009! Here's to a wonderful 2010 too!

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  27. lcsmom says

    December 31, 2009 at 9:11 am

    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

    December 31, 2009 at 4:45 pm

    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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  29. Angry Julie Monday says

    January 1, 2010 at 3:19 am

    What a great year it's been. I'm soo glad that you jumped into this little blogging world!!! Can't wait to see you next month!!!!

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  30. 1 Funky Woman says

    January 1, 2010 at 10:09 am

    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

    January 1, 2010 at 4:35 pm

    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

    January 1, 2010 at 10:32 pm

    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

    January 3, 2010 at 6:47 pm

    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

    January 19, 2010 at 7:42 am

    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

    January 22, 2010 at 5:50 pm

    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

    June 29, 2012 at 10:30 am

    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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About Makely

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.

Lindsay lives outside of Austin, Texas with her husband (Tom), children (Zack and Emma), and dogs (Duke and Jill). She plays roller derby for the Rockin' City Rollergirls out of Round Rock, Texas.


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