2011 In Review – The Top 10 Projects
February of this year I started Domestic Imperfection on a whim. I had been reading lots of craft blogs and thought “I do all this stuff, I should start a blog.” And start a blog I did. I had no idea what I was doing, which was okay because I didn’t really figure people would read it. And they didn’t. In the month of May I got a whopping four pageviews. FOUR. Then in the month of June I figured out how to link up to parties and things started to take off. People commented and told me how awesome my stuff was and it felt great. I was hooked :) Soon after I started to notice that people made money blogging. I had no idea that was a thing. It makes sense though… doing projects, editing pictures, and writing posts takes a lot of time. I recently started working with some ad networks and making a bit of money myself. When I say a little, that’s an exaggeration. Last month I made about four cents a day. I’ve spent some time tweaking my ads and this month and am up to about three or four dollars a day. It’s not much, but I’m thrilled. Making money at something you love is the dream right? So I wanted to thank everyone for reading and supporting my little ‘ol blog. I’m thoroughly enjoying myself, and the fact that you guys want to read about what I do around my house (usually still in my pajama’s) is icing on the cake.
So here is a recap of the top projects of the year. I’m listing these in order of most views, not by what I think are my best projects. That list would be totally different.
This project wins by a long shot, it has twice the pageviews of the second place project. People pin the crud out of it, and most all the traffic comes from Pinterest. I’m assuming that’s because it such an simple and functional idea, easy to replicate in your own home. I wish I would have known how popular this post was going to be, I would have done it during the daytime so the pictures were be decent. I also would have made sure the dowels were pushed all the way into the curtain rods for the pictures. Never noticed that before did ya? Drives me nuts, but not enough to go take another picture.
This was a pre blog project, so the post is pretty much just a before and after picture. I really missed out on a lot of material by not starting a blog sooner, I could have written about the stripes, the pillows, the furniture, the artwork….
3. Dining Room Curtains and Rod
This was the first project I did knowing that I was going to write about it. I’m actually pretty proud of this one because I feel it’s the most original (well, this and my blinds frame). Usually I get ideas and inspiration from the internet or magazines, but the rod solution for my funky, uneven, four bay windows came completely from my own head. I also did it on the cheap and it looks really nice. Go me.
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This project was an update to the previous guest bedroom post. I enjoyed making these, there were no rules and I just went with it. I didn’t have a plan and liked how they turned out…plus they only cost about 10 bucks.
Great job Ashley! I love reading your blog and am so happy that you're making money off of it! Go you!
i love those book slings and love the color of the kitchen cabinets, too!
I loved looking at all these. Now I'm going to click on some of them to read the how to! Thanks for sharing. :)
Such fun projects! I can see why the book slings were so popular- really neat idea!
Nice site, I have bookmarked your site yet and I will come back again! You have a greatest site!
I love your frame wall!
Feel free to link up to my 2011 Year-in-Review party here: http://theterpblog.blogspot.com/2011/12/2011-looking-back.html
Thanks!
So great! I love the recap. I love your details about getting started because I'm just going through that now too. Happy Crafting in 2012!
Karah @ thespacebetweenblog
Those are some pretty awesome makeovers!!
You were one busy lady! I love them! That cute dumpster rocker is darling :)
Loving your site….your newest follower…
Stopping by from Serenity Now and am super impressed! I love your taste and what you've done this year!
Really great stuff here! I can entirely see why that chair is so loved. It's gorgeous. I am utterly head over heels for that fabric too. I am, in fact, going to pin it as soon as I'm done writing this. So I expect even more people will be coming to see it. ;)
Wow! Way to go! You've been busy! What great projects.
My faves are the chair and the Christmas tree topiaries, but I just love how creative you are with all your fabric!
Would also love for you to stop by for a visit!
I'm your newest follower! : )
~Abbie (www.fivedaysfiveways.com)
They're all pretty neat, but I really love the dumpster rocker.
You are off to such a great start blogging this year! So many great projects. I love the fabric on the chair, I can see why you got so much traffic from that one…it's amazing. Can't wait to see more. I'm your newest follower.
Rachel
http://www.holy-craft.blogspot.com
Great round up! I have seen more than a few of those popping up around Pinterest! If you get a chance I would love for you to link this up to my party on Tuesday night. Now off to pin a few of these ideas for myself! Happy New Year!
Jenn :)
A joy to visit your blog and see all your wonderful projects!! Well done, very creative!
Happy New year to you!!
Hugs Giggles
Great Projects!!
Natasha xx
Check out my link party!
http://www.serenityyou.blogspot.com/search/label/Serenity%20Saturday
Following you from thrifty decor chick-stop by for a visit!!
The chair is certainly my favorite! I can't find one good enough to invest in. Everyone around here is boosting their prices in that market!
Stopped by from the VWB link up.
http://mrsvolnoff.blogspot.com/2012/01/decoupaged-desk.html
LOve, Love, LOVE the gray and yellow combinations. You have a gift, girl!
I’m having a link party on my blog today if you want to come over and share this I’d be just tickled pink! Here’s the link if you’re interested! http://caribbeanmissionarywife.blogspot.com/2012/01/t-time-51-and-link-party.html Happy New Year, Maria
you have done a great job with your blog and your projects! So glad that you figured out how to make a bit more then 4 cents. There is hope for me after all :).
I think I'm totally obsessed with all you did in 2011! Seriously your style is incredible! I'd love to have you stop by and link up to my party that just started!!! I totally want to be friends with you!!!
XO, Aimee
I'm glad to be your newest follower! 2012 is sure to be great with you as my inspiration!!! Your ideas are fabulous!
XO, Aimee
PS Thanks for linking up!
Thanks for sharing your top 10. You have some great projects. I think my favorite is that rocking chair!
All your projects are so fab! I love the stenciled pattern and chevron you did throughout the house. Would love for you to share this at my Best of 2011 party going on now http://space46.blogspot.com. Happy new year! My
Love all of your projects, your style and your colors you chose. Now I'm going to follow along so I can keep updated on more of your projects :)
thanks for linking to Take-A-Look Tuesday – you were featured today – most viewed link!
Mandy, Sugar Bee Crafts
Fan.tab.u.lous projects. So creative, and love all the colors. Love the rocking chair, but then really like the tree and then there is a Triple book Slings. Great job!
Thanks so much for sharing your “years” best over at Sunday's Best.
Um ya ~ those book slings rock!!! Thanks for sharing!
Love it all- so Lovely! Thank you for linking up at Feathered Nest Friday!
FULL and I mean FULL of inspiration in this post!!!! Thanks for sharing!!!!!
Check out my blog too:
http://thediydreamer.blogspot.com/
WOW!! You have some really incredible projects here! Those ruffle Christmas trees are beautiful! I love your guest room, too. And the book slings–amazing!! I can't wait to read more. Congratulations a wonderful first year of blogging! Thanks for linking up to Oopsey Daisy!
SUCH. GREAT. PROJECTS, Ashley!
Well done!
Thanks SO much for linking up your awesome posts @ Feature Friday Free-for-All!
~Abbie (www.fivedaysfiveways.com)
Love all the photos and the book slings are great–love that they have a crafty and industrial look too-the hardware and dowels-LOVE them.
I enjoyed seeing all your projects.
Dee
I'm a new follower
I love those dining room windows with lots of natural light. And you did a great job on the window treatments!
Oh my. These projects are awesome! So glad you linked up. I am featuring them this morning at Creations by Kara. :)
http://www.creationsbykara.com/2012/01/look-what-i-made-link-party-1-11-2012.html
WOW!! SO darling!! Hope you can link this up at my turquoise lovin' party! http://www.sweetlittlegals.com/2012/01/turquoise-lovin-20.html
I just wanted to let you know that I featured your book swing think on my blog. http://iamonly1woman.blogspot.com. Thanks for such a genius idea!