Top 10 Posts {2023}

2023 was a busy year. But it was the kind of busy that led to less projects than usual. The stage of life I am currently in pulls me in a lot of directions. When my kids were little, I was home more, which made it easier to get things done. But no matter how crazy life gets, being creative is what keeps me calm. I value the time I get to build, paint, grow things, and decorate. Here are my top projects from this past year!

#1 My Mom's Porch

This porch makeover was my favorite thing I was able to do this year. I love doing makeovers for others and it brought me so much joy to be able to give my mom's home a bit of a facelift.

#2 Plant Propagation

This propagation station was fun to make, plus it was quite the step up from a crusty old mason jar! I like that it is reversible too!

#3 Fireplace Makeover

This was my most recent post. This fireplace makeover was done just in time to get decorated for Christmas. Remind me to never again dive head first into a big project at the beginning of December...

#4 Fairy Garden

I will admit to not completely getting everyone's fascination with fairy gardens until I actually made one. I think I had more fun making the accessories out of clay than anything else. I also shared the best type of plants to use for fairy gardens. Have you ever made one?

#5 Moss Art

It was fun to make an updated moss art for the secret garden. It turned out even better than I had hoped. Not only does the word "grow" seem fitting for a garden, but it is one of my favorite words since my goal is to grow and be better each day.

#6 Floral Arranging

The best thing about floral arranging is, there is no "right" way. I did share some tips to make it a bit easier to get started. Including my favorite fillers and greenery that can come from your garden and yard!

#7 Valentine Wreath

I'm not sure why I like Valentine's Day so much, but I do! I ended up doing a few different Valentine crafts to get my mantel all gussied up. The heart wreath was my favorite.

#8 Ghost Candle

Unlike Valentine's Day, I do not love Halloween. But my kids do, so I have always at least decorated the mantel for their enjoyment. I made these candle holders and I have to admit, I really thought they turned out cute!

#9 Growing Herbs

Working at my neighbors garden center and nursery, we got asked a lot of questions about growing herbs. I thought it would be a good idea to write a post all about growing herbs. Annuals VS perennials, how to care for each of them, and how to use them in your home. It was fun to write! I love herbs :)

#10 Gumball Terrarium

You know when you have had an idea in your head for a LONG time and you finally get around to making it happen? That was this gumball terrarium project! I love how it turned out. It is currently living in my son's dorm at college since he loved it too.

I hope you were also able to find time to create. I'd love to know what some of your favorite projects that you were able to get done this year were! Share in the comments below.