Make The Best of Things

Here is part two of my blog's best of 2011. Part one is here....

http://makethebestofthings.blogspot.com/2012/01/2010-top-posts-part-one.html

Starting with my number five most popular post, here is how to make tiny reindeer from wine corks, twigs, hot glue and trims.



Such a fun project and cheap, too.

http://makethebestofthings.blogspot.com/2011/12/wine-cork-reindeer.html


My tute for easy Elmer's Glue crackled chalkboards came in at number four...

No kidding, the easiest way to get a crackle effect, EVER.

http://makethebestofthings.blogspot.com/2011/08/cheap-elmers-glue-crackle-chalkboards.html


Was 2010 the year of burlap? My number three project would make you think so.

How to make burlap ruffled bulletin boards.

http://makethebestofthings.blogspot.com/2011/02/burlap-ruffled-bulletin-boards.html



The number two most popular blog post for 2011 was my driftwood mirror.

I love the look of driftwood! I'll be doing more driftwood projects this year for sure.

http://makethebestofthings.blogspot.com/2011/03/driftwood-mirror.html


Mu number one blog post for 2011 was a clever and inexpensive way to make matching storage for your craft room.

I'm still making storage boxes this way and I still love the way they look!

http://makethebestofthings.blogspot.com/2011/02/book-page-mod-podge-boxes-for-desk.html

And my NUMBER ONE blog post OF ALL TIME is my favorite, too. How to use Elmer's Glue for a cheap crackled paint effect, with lots of photos and information.


This post continues to astound me, it is everywhere online, especially Pinterest.

http://makethebestofthings.blogspot.com/2010/05/crackle-finish-with-elmers-glue.html


There you have it, the most popular posts for last year. Let the new year begin!

I'll be linking up to the fun blog parties on my sidebar, come visit and even join the fun!

I had so much fun with my blog this year, and I saw so many neat projects in blogland. ALL of my Top Ten are tutorials. Here are my own Top Ten from 2011 starting with this cool Halloween decor idea.

Make easy Halloween window decorations from poster board!

http://makethebestofthings.blogspot.com/2011/10/halloween-windows-from-poster-board.html



Number 9....my white, silver and teal Christmas wreath makeover.

So pretty, gorgeous color and so CHEAP! This is third redo of this twig wreath, with more coming up.

Number eight....red rosette wreath and butterfly decor for Valentine's Day.

Back when I was deep in chemotherapy, Insanely Creative Christy helped me put this display together.

http://makethebestofthings.blogspot.com/2011/02/red-felt-roses-and-wave-of-butterflies.html



Number seven...how to make pretty lace pumpkins....

Complete instructions for a great fall decoration.

http://makethebestofthings.blogspot.com/2011/10/pretty-lace-pumpkins.html


Number six is a double project...recycling tissue box covers for your desk or craft room.

I show you two different ways to upstyle these staples of your household.

http://makethebestofthings.blogspot.com/2011/03/two-tissue-boxes-for-my-desk-redo.html

Number five and one of my personal favorites.....make mini reindeer from wine corks!

A simple project with complete instructions using items you probably already have on hand!

http://makethebestofthings.blogspot.com/2011/12/wine-cork-reindeer.html

These blog posts garnered thousands of hits and who knows how many pins on Pinterest!
Following up with my TOP FIVE of 2011 coming next!

I'll be posting at the fun parties on my sidebar, come visit and check out all the great ideas.