![My Favorite Things My Favorite Things](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjU32PVrS5tglsBg1R6Yy2BRNf2p-raqUcGS_YffrCFXDustEzvZPXf-jjyEtBN76-zVnZ1teip9BiIC4Om6L-hAEFtVYokRme3WNF844NtYsU2X_P75PqbfBIdhqZfpWVPTDiu4cALqHv/s280/my-favorite-things.jpg)
It's THAT time of year, time to be reflective and also look ahead. Honestly, I am not sure I am in the mood for either--the couch and Netflix have been rather appealing. But, it is good to look back and to reflect what I accomplished in 2018 and to guide where I want to go in 2019. So, here are some of MY favorite projects from this past year:
![Barnwood Bar Barnwood Bar](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiolqeAUWzA3fsJPU9ChibpPH7Y5ovmni_tUBqAnvymvj0h071VBNQDomBd7SeeLlX2ADe69zwTev4VHRqk3Ai0yHInUHzylptdG_LDr-eBZYKh1U_Fhx95HqJWyvF6l_VOE_h2QsIQBk-q/s280/salvaged-wood-rustic-bar.jpg)
I made this simple "frame" in February from a thrift store checkerboard. It holds a picture of my grandpa, and that makes it even more special.
![Upcycle a Checkerboard from the Thrift Store Upcycle a Checkerboard from the Thrift Store](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8WjuvB14z9esHjmHRlfUUaugcioq6oM51desqNLFHXpfRGLfmlUJFc1oXeqEeFToAJfQ6gmgYS2Yu1mzam8V8ULQB-3RRIPBMFErLf8wd1P4URaJeauFey5DUkMyFN1Wwu-4zrr2kTs5s/s280/thrift-store-upcycled-frame.jpg)
This Cafe sign and fun painting technique makes me happy!
![Distressed Cafe Sign make a distressed vintage style sign](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq4dlnDXV80KdvPfu8tAgEbCt5a-ETno7G4QueZtr_ANkmflZMec9q69WgR0yqZHUOfyWdIkMkNEH4MqUcQr6GQ3iKHMOx-tUBkcGOizuhMSukT1gIo4qOy2RbbJhyfPNVb1jJVEDX8v0c/s280/distressed-paint-technique-for-vintage-style-sign.jpg)
I made a couple of these shelves in April--I love the rustic feel.
![Rustic, Chippy Shelves Rustic, Chippy Shelves](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheM_UXoKtuGbKTYoLkcPJuUuKeala_EB7JiGkRDMNv9wGNw6-2a8PaRate6DgNUuMMzNIbIc3YI0WoGlktA-i4fjQp6hwhFlzgEczGsdUU5e7Rk7_LHtbLZGHAB0x6bfDmh1Tmw5m_bf2D/s280/chippy-paint-technique.jpg)
I saved and cleaned up a primitive cupboard in May.
![Primitive Cupboard Primitive Cupboard](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGYI2F8rF8HaOrPanssmBv6jrg64rQy3GuixWbfhwbYnRZ3cxTotFP-O9P8zPx7sgCDYOJN45CDZuoq5zjTKOBTKz0uEwad6EnqQBB-Geqt7pzOr8CuVDUawILWkIy-DaBL1xbtBLPyQpV/s280/primitive-cupboard.jpg)
In June I upcycled a wine cart from the thrift store. The addition of the wood made this a fun, fresh piece!
![Upcycle a Thrift Store Wine Cart Upcycle a Thrift Store Wine Cart](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh38C_MfLlRobWJejoo5vSYXdRs-zSBTZ1u9hhR4-p3Nc43XzEMMRVT2cYJjsfaYXHtwF4zn2AnKx78FCRS166v0P73fydco_X92uQvOGuSiBQoMwS6K4UFvSzUzDg3rKXBBEt-24ptni1Q/s280/upcycled-bar-cart.jpg)
Painting my cupboards was my favorite July project. I adore the change!
![Painted Cupboards Paint your cupboards with Fusion Mineral Paint](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimNelRgRcsIhL2NF11C8lPCCRS0l372ma4BhOpz89YbrcSQ6PQe5eZ4QzZHbuH9MuwWCVGQeyV9Zt5f0Q9KNVnZNJH8oiuy-EK2uEsZeAT4j6jSZE49vhZx_NMDgh90EwFM008AS2b1Jp5/s280/fusion-mineral-paint-midnight.jpg)
Gel stain transformed this thrift store bamboo chair.
![Bamboo Chair Makeover use gel stain to update a bamboo chair](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizeIu4PnqXkC2_fqk4Zc2JZXPEpjaOqaHQDy3HD-bTcs12MlRvO1Lp2CsYLo5TJ8rXVlA08Y0GmJo39MemlotxwuVTiuaczeXPmKPz0LyMJ-Ilw-m6TnMxXKMC-ABMYipu7oKXi5yohWCo/s280/boho-chic-bamboo-chair.jpg)
A barnwood wall cubby was a fun project. It provides great storage options!
![Rustic Wall Shelf Rustic Wall Shelf](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMhk0WOR_63lI3OZI9oSYLTZamc8-nagE8wiIVS7x2q0LoZL_UnHw0n1QFb7TcAAlJ7PnGCste6Of9xCPzXj7scvP63pzpRkSkZKcJXReoePeAxOY6n3rfK3zyG83fiY_9HLgHn3Z1O2sv/s280/red-rustic-wall-shelf.jpg)
Ironing board bases made a fun, unique table base.
![Ironing Board Table repurpose ironing board bases into a table](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRGvOOXyBhY6MKNURj1Y1QJ3pcmbEh9tFF3SrNunKjMCgfmWsPivRQlimA0fmhgMIbr0a6acHpxX4YIMfxTSF5MAKNI0ZkXf4MN9Di71KrsGCyIriWb7fecJGwrM3_BEd6uqMiGtDF-FSW/s280/table-made-rom-vintage-ironing-board-bases.jpg)
Throwing metal things in the fire created some fun projects like this snowflake bucket.
And to finish the year, this shadow box made from an old mantle clock was a fun project.
![Christmas Shadow Box Christmas Shadow Box](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZOC0KBBa9SgQ9ULEB7oib5sbzde8-_WO-cp4qasNR15DzrAk5z6UPqAWoxXDOwTBc9BUS-2IF7qGuFHaauW01KgGeV8mIqagkjyjaeQfYIoOLb2bjpzvtyBOeh649FE9gANBmLOj0ASbO/s280/christmas-decor-from-the-thrift-store.jpg)
Thank you faithful readers for coming to my little blog, for cheering me on, for continuing to support me in what I love. I look forward to sharing new and exciting things with you all in 2019. Happy New Year!!
I love the projects you show us. Keep these great posts coming in 2019.
ReplyDeleteGreat stuff! I enjoy reading your posts and seeing the transformations your make. Looking forward to the goodies you make this year!
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