Happy almost end of 2012! What a year it has been. I put together a roundup of projects I worked on around our house in 2012. After reviewing the year’s posts, I’m surprised at how much we accomplished. It feels like our busiest year of projects yet. I probably missed a few things, but these are some of my favorites.
The biggest project this year, aside from installing new hardwood floors, was our kitchen makeover. It took over six months from start to finish. I shared many updates during the process and will be revealing the completed kitchen and pantry soon. I can’t wait to show you the final results.
Kids’ Bathroom Makeover
Although the kids’ bathroom was mostly completed in 2011, the reveal happened in 2012, so it’s included here. I also shared a tutorial for a tin ceiling tile backsplash that paired nicely with that space.
Baskets Hung on the Wall
Some of my favorite projects are simple updates that make a big impact. In 2013 we plan to focus on more quick, affordable updates — decorating, homemaking and organization — now that the major remodels are mostly done.
Early in January I’ll share my Home Dreams and Goals for 2013 and reflect on how I did with my 2012 goals.
Below is a roundup of many of the projects, improvements and progress we made around our home. Toward the end of 2012 we completed a number of big items — new wood floors, painting in the kitchen and family room updates — so 2013 will reveal more finished rooms as the remaining details come together.
Striped Wall (completed end of 2011, featured in 2012)
Driftwood Curtain Rod
Lightened Bookcase Back with Maps
Five Minute Gardens (Terrariums)
Pallet Garden Remix
Home Office Makeover
Kitchen Makeover Begins
Spray Painting a Goodwill Find
Staircase Makeover with New Wood Floors
Freshened White Chairs
Creating Visual Flow and Coordinated Paint Colors Between Rooms
New Freestanding Dish Cabinet
Eclectic Stairway Gallery Wall
Filling Awkward Space Above Kitchen Cabinets
Updates to the Gathering/Living Room
Dining Room Updates
New Subway Tile and Quartz Counters — Kitchen Progress
DIY Peacock Feather Wreath
Front Door Makeover
Beaded Chandelier Embellishment
New Sectional and Media Room Progress
Adding Character with Plank Walls
Fireplace Makeover — Before & After
Hickory Hardwood Floors — Kitchen & Family Room
After revisiting all we accomplished in 2012, I might need a few more vacation days. Phew!
2012 was also a big year for The Inspired Room. The blog became The Inspired Room, LLC. I started pinning for Better Homes & Gardens, was featured in a House Beautiful spread on color, formed a video partnership with Scripps Network, helped Jack the Goldendoodle start his own blog, traveled to NYC and to the Ballard Designs headquarters, and was invited to be part of Martha’s Circle, among other exciting milestones and opportunities.
I feel so blessed to share my home, projects, ideas and life here. Every day feels like a dream come true. Thank you for your support and encouragement in 2012. I’m very excited for 2013!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
This post was shared with Rhoda’s Top Projects of 2012 party and Jen’s Tatertots & Jello Favorite Projects roundup.