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December 26, 2012

Top DDD Projects of 2012

Thanks For Sharing!

Wow what a year it has been for DDD. I don’t even know where to begin. It’s seems like yesterday I was just writing a recap for 2011 and thinking about what would be in store for 2012. The last 365 days of this blog have surpassed any expectations and it has been a pure joy to be here (almost) every day sharing new projects and inspirations with you.

So as we wind down the year here at DDD, I thought I’d share the most popular projects from 2012.

For the record, Baby E’s Nursery, my Pretty N’ Pink Tutu, and Burlap Holiday Pillows were technically in the top 10 most viewed projects this year, but since we are wrapping up 2012 I wanted to keep this post to top 10 to projects completed in this year. Hope you don’t mind!

So here we go, drum roll please…

Here are the Top 10 Design, Dining + Diapers Projects of 2012, chosen by YOU!

*According to Google Analytics Pageviews

DIY Tray Transformation

10. Drab to Fab Tray Transformation

 

9. Industrial Family Room Makeover 

DIY chair makeover 8. Goodwill Chair Makeover for $1.30

DIY Eye Chart

7. DIY Eye Chart Tutorial 

6. Pinterest Cleaning Tip Tested (I’m still a little surprised this is one of my most viewed posts!)

recycled jars into vases, shabby chic decor

5. Shabby Chic Vases from Recycled Jars

Upcycled Side Table

4. Upcycled Side Table Makeover Using Reclaimed Wood

Tag Blanket Tutorial

3. Tag Blanket Tutorial

2. Miss E’s Shabby Chic 1st Birthday Party

MOST VIEWED PROJECT OF 2012

1. Tea-Stained Coffee Filter Wreath

 For more projects, you can view my full Project Gallery HERE.

And lastly, many of these projects wouldn’t have been as popular as they were if it wasn’t for all of the amazing blogs that have sent people my way. I want to give a huge thank you to my Top 10 Referring Blogs of 2012. Thank you for featuring my work, hosting great link parties and being so supportive.

1. The Frugal Girls

2. CraftGawker

3. U-Create Crafts

4. Thrifty Decor Chick

5. Apartment Therapy

6. Tatertots and Jello

7. Addicted 2 Decorating

8. Everything Etsy

9. The 36th Avenue

10. Not Just A Housewife

 So which DDD project was your favorite? Did it make the list?

About Taryn Whiteaker

Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!

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Filed Under: Crafts & Sewing, DIY Home Decor, DIY Projects Tagged With: Before & After, crafts, DIY, Dollar Store Craft

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Comments

  1. GlamorousMommy says

    December 26, 2012 at 9:35 am

    What a great round-up Taryn! They’re all fantastic, but I’m still loving the eye chart, love it!!

    Fotini

    Reply
  2. Megan says

    December 26, 2012 at 9:54 am

    I 100% agree with your number one post. It’s so gorgeous, Taryn. Thank you for sharing so many amazing ideas this year. I love your blog. :)

    Reply
  3. Jessica @ Dear Emmeline says

    December 26, 2012 at 2:04 pm

    lots of lovely projects! The eye chart is still one of my faves!

    Reply
  4. Debbie reFresh says

    December 26, 2012 at 6:58 pm

    Love all the projects! Love all that storage and the eye chart :)

    Reply
  5. Jill Flory says

    December 26, 2012 at 7:35 pm

    Lovely projects Taryn! You are just amazing!

    Reply
  6. Loretta | A Finn In The Kitchen says

    December 27, 2012 at 7:36 am

    So adorable, Taryn! Since I just found your blog recently, it was fun to see what all you’ve done this year. Hope you had a merry Christmas!

    Reply
  7. Debi @ Adorned From Above says

    December 27, 2012 at 11:33 am

    Hi Taryn,
    Great posts. I love all of your ideas. I have a link party called Wednesdays Adorned From Above Blog Hop and would love to have you share this with everyone. It runs from Wednesday through midnight Sunday. Here is the link to the party.
    http://www.adornedfromabove.com/2012/12/5-fun-posts-and-wednesdays-adorned-from.html
    Debi @ Adorned From Above
    Marci @ Stone Mountain Cottage

    Reply
  8. Elizabeth @ Lizzi's Creations says

    December 28, 2012 at 6:46 am

    I absolutely love the coffee filter wreath. Gorgeous! Though, all of your projects are pretty swell.

    Reply
  9. Sarah @ Becoming Martha says

    December 28, 2012 at 8:01 pm

    I love how you mix wood and white paint everywhere in your house – its just gorgeous and totally what I would like in my dream home… once it gets there… think you could make a little stop up here and redo mine? If I had to pick a favorite, I think it would be the tray, I love it!

    Reply
  10. Chelsea @ Making Home Base says

    December 28, 2012 at 9:56 pm

    You know I love all of your projects! If I had to pick a fav it would be your gorgeous family room makeover. It was fabulous down to every little detail. have to say I’m surprised that I don’t see your AMAZING Fall porch on here, it was one of my favorites for sure! Happy New Year, Taryn!

    Reply
  11. Jennifer says

    December 29, 2012 at 4:51 pm

    Your projects are always so beautiful & creative! I look forward to seeing what you do in 2013!!I seriously need to make me an eye chart wall art pronto. I’m hosting a Best of 2012 Showcase Party if you’d like to swing by and link up your favorite posts/projects of the year! No need to brush your hair or even throw on a party dress;)
    http://delightfullynoted.blogspot.com/2012/12/showcase-partybest-of-2012-share-your.html

    Reply
  12. Angie - easylivingmom.com says

    January 9, 2013 at 7:51 pm

    These all look wonderful! My favorite is the tray – it’s beautiful.

    I host a link party every Thursday – I’d love you have you join and share this.

    Thank you for the great post!

    -Angie
    http://www.easylivingmom.com

    Reply

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