Sunday, October 2, 2011

6 Months and My Top Ten

Where did the time go?


This Thursday, I will have been blogging 6 months. I love being in this community of so many talented and gracious individuals. I'm so grateful for the warm welcome, the number of you who have chosen to follow my blog, those who have featured my work, and fellow bloggers who have mentioned me or shared on facebook. I appreciate every comment, and enjoy visiting all of you.

I would like to give a special thanks to  Debbie, of Debbiedoos Blogging and Blabbing. This will be my last link to her "Newbie Party". If you are new to blogging, I encourage you to join Debbie every Monday for her party.  I still don't know how she manages to leave so many comments with her newbies, but I will always be grateful for her support and encouragement.  I may be leaving the party as a participant, but I'll always drop by as a reader.

While reminising about my last 6 months, I thought it would be interesting to check my stats and share with you my top ten posts to date.  I compiled this list according to views, and comments.  I'm not including "Gesso Magic".  It actually has the most views, but that's because I've included so many links back to it, after receiving constant inquiries about gesso.

So here  are my top ten, beginning with the most popular.  You can click on the title to review these posts.

GLAZED CHANDELIER





SPLENDID TRANSFER



PLASTERED





STONE EFFECT





A DIFFERENT LOOK





HAVE A SEAT





NICE DETAILS





WHITE ON WHITE





FRENCHY AND GRAPHIC





BLEACHED MIRROR




Are you surprised by these?  I'm actually not that surprised.  They happen to be some of my faves as well.  However, I am curious.  Do you have a favorite post of mine?  Do you like my furniture posts, tutorials, finds, personal vignettes?  I'd love to know.

BTW, those clock faces are some of my finds from this weekend.  I'll be back to share more, and show you what I'm doing with some of them.  I also have a few surprises.  See ya soon.


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41 comments:

  1. DebbiedoosOctober 2, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    What an awesome post! Thank you for being so supportive and loyal as well to the party. It was all your hard work that got you to where you are now. I actually love all your posts. I do love your furniture makeovers, but it is always fun to see a vignette from you too. I will still see you around Rosemary, this just makes you graduated now. Congrats!

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  2. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeOctober 2, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    Honestly Rosemary, there is NO way I could choose a favorite as I love each and every transformation and creation you make! Always a pleasure to read your posts as I know I will be inspired and amazed!
    Blessings Sweetie!
    Cindy

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  3. The Midwest CottageOctober 2, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    I had no idea you were a newbie...a newbie blogger but not a newbie for ideas! I love your projects. Hey, be sure to check out my Giveaway this week. Also, can you email me your email address? liz@themidwestcottage.com I have a question for you.

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  4. Midwest Cottage and FindsOctober 2, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    i am so pleased to find your blog..your style is PERFECTION! Love it! Not far from you--I am in Peoria...going to auctions, estate sales, out early on garbage day--on my way to work looking for that piece to makeover...love your top ten--my favorite--the vintage bottles...and your use of barboloa trim...nice to meet you and look forward to your future posts...listed you on the sidebar of my blog so i can see your updates asap...chris

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  5. The Corson CottageOctober 2, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    Hi Rosemary! I found you through Debbiedoos newbie party. I would definitely pick the chair redo as my fav! All of your work is fantastic. Lucky you not to be a newbie anymore. Any advice to a newbie who has been blogging for a while and having trouble gaining a following??? Hope you'll visit The Corson Cottage sometime:) Carrie

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  6. DeborahOctober 2, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    Congrats on your blogiversary!
    So much fun here, isnt it/!
    So glad I met you...I love all your posts!
    So inspiring!

    Deborah xo

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  7. KellyOctober 2, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    I didn't realize you had only been blogging a short time! I really like all your posts. I like when you make something over and show how you did it. Its inspiring. I love the clock faces (you may remember I recently bought 2) and can't wait to see what you do with them!

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  8. elizabethOctober 2, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    Only six months? You've done amazing things in such a short time. Congrats!!!

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  9. KarenOctober 2, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    Just six months? I feel like I've always known you. I love each and every post Rosemary I couldn't pick a favorite. Congratulations on your anniversary, I wish you continued success.

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  10. BrandiOctober 2, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    Congratulations to you and happy anniversary! You have accomplished so much in such a short amount of time! I'm excited to see your progress!!

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  11. Mary Ann PickettOctober 3, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    Well, I am just happy to find such talented person. Can't wait to see more of your blog.

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  12. CLDOctober 3, 2011 at 12:58 AM

    Congratulations on your 6 months...
    your treasures are always amazing...so hard to choose which one I like best...sorry...love them all. Bobbie

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  13. Terriea KwongOctober 3, 2011 at 4:01 AM

    This shows how popular and welcome you are. I like your ideas or remake, particularly the spendid transfer is pretty. I also thank for Debbie for her Newbie Party. She's awesome. I've followed you and come again.

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  14. ToniOctober 3, 2011 at 4:32 AM

    Congrats of 6 months! I love all your furniture transformations, tutorials and finds - but must say I love the personal vignettes best.

    Thanks for visiting me.

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  15. DebbieOctober 3, 2011 at 4:54 AM

    I love your blog - I'm not quite sure how I came across it, but it's a favourite. In particular, I love that you are so generous with sharing your work/how you do it, and refer to your methods constantly. I recently bought a whole load of Splendid Blender pens and was stumped when it didn't work - then realised you had said that it didn't work with inkjet copies...doh! My only problem - being over in the UK, I can never buy any of your stuff!

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  16. The Vintage FarmhouseOctober 3, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    I can't pick a favorite. I love everything you do!

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  17. savvycityfarmerOctober 3, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    Don't make me chose .... P.l.e.a.s.e.!!


    all beautiful in their own way!

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  18. The 2 SeasonsOctober 3, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    I can't wait to see what you do with the clock faces.

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  19. Ricki TreleavenOctober 3, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    Congrats, Rosemary. Such gorgeous posts, and I remember most of them!!! (I love the post entitled "A Different Look" best)!!! You have accomplished so much in a very short time, my friend!!! You are the master!

    xoxoxoxo,
    Ricki Jill

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  20. Cottage and BroomeOctober 3, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Congrats on your six month anniversary! Your blog posts are always wonderful, love your projects. Laura Cottage and Broome

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  21. Tammy@Beatrice BanksOctober 3, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    So happy to have caught your last post on Debbie's party! Guess I've been under a rock these past 6 months. Honestly, with moving, etc I really feel that way. Anyway, your blog is beautiful and happy to have found you. I'm your newest follower.
    Have a wonderful week!
    Tammy

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  22. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresOctober 3, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    I really enjoy all of your posts and your great tutorials. I love your frames, urns, and the detail in your furniture. Congratulations on your first six months....looking forward to the next six!!

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  23. UnknownOctober 3, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Congrats Rosemary!!! That's awesome. In just 6 months, you have amassed 600 followers. Wow. I know how much work that took. Serious work.

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  24. AnonymousOctober 3, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    You know Rosemary, I love them all and I really find it hard to choose just one.

    I don't know how you do it! You must work continually around the clock. You have great vision!

    Kris

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  25. UnknownOctober 3, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    You are such a natural to blogging..it is hard to believe it has only been six months...you got talent...lady!! Keep it up!

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  26. lvroftiquesOctober 3, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    No way could I choose a favorite! I love em all! Yours is one the the most generous and inspirational blogs in all of blogdom Rosemary. Happy 6 month Anniversary! Vanna

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  27. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLROctober 3, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    Wow Rosemary! You've made 6 months already?? That's a great accomplishment! I hope I'll still be around...LOL!!! You have an amazing talent! Thanks for your sweet comments on my home office. Be blessed!

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  28. RhissannaOctober 3, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    Congratulations! You've worked really hard. I honestly didn't know you were a newbie, I thought you'd been doing this forever; everything was so well-written and photographed and confidently presented. I'm a big fan and i'll be coming back a lot.

    My favourite post so far? Still the patinated mirror with household bleach. Pure genius!

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  29. JenniferOctober 3, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    Well, it is hard to choose, but I so appreciate your tutorials. And your finds...and your furniture...well, everything.

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  30. AnonymousOctober 3, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    love the bleach mirror one especially, but there were a couple other ones that I really liked too with some chairs in them...(couldn't tell you which post they were though)..but congratulations on 1/2 a year of blogging...!!
    best,
    maureen

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  31. Little City FarmOctober 3, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    What a great post today. I can hardly believe that you've only been blogging for 6 months. I imagine it seems like a long time to you, but wow, I would have thought you were a seasoned veteran. :) Love your stuff, always.

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  32. Heaven's WalkOctober 3, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    Happy Blogiversary, Rosemary! :) I simply can not pick a fav post of yours. I find myself soaking in all of the inspiring tutorials you share. I have learned so much from you in such a short period of time! You are incredibly talented and I'm looking forward to learning more from you, Teach! lol! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  33. UnknownOctober 3, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    i love your blog and everything you share! such an inspiration to us all here! Congrats on your 6 month blogaversary!

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  34. UnknownOctober 3, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Wow great post, you have created a lot of beautiful pieces. I especially love that mirror, I've never seen anything like it before.

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  35. PJH DesignsOctober 3, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    Rosemary I can't pick I just can't I love everything you do you are so talented. You also have the Gift of encouragement & I have appreciated all the comments you have left me. Congrats.

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  36. deborah@confessions of a craigslist junkieOctober 3, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    You are amazingly talented -- and your tutorials are great! Congratulations on your anniversary!

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  37. Leena Milligan LanteigneOctober 4, 2011 at 1:27 AM

    Rosemary, I love all of your top posts so no, I'm not surprised that others did as well. I could never pick one favorite as each one includes such beauty, inspiration and hospitality. I love seeing your work and reading about your days, how you did something, etc. Congrats on 6 months and cheers for many more! I look forward to reading all that come in the future. Your friend, Hugs, Leena

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  38. AnonymousOctober 4, 2011 at 3:18 AM

    Congratulations on your 6 months anniversary! I hope your blog continues to grow from strength to strength! God bless x

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  39. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingOctober 4, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    Hi Rosemary,

    Congratulations on your 6 month anniversary! Wow! Half of a year, where does the time go especially when your having so much fun!!
    All of your projects in your Top 10 are stunning, but I do have a favorite...
    A Different Look, I just love the contrast in materials, your choice of font, and function.
    Good for you!
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  40. Nyanser av vittOctober 4, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    Your creations are so lovely so I can understand that all are very popular.
    Agneta

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  41. MelissaOctober 6, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    Congratulations on your 6 month blogiversary!! I love seeing everything you post about! You make it all look beautiful!

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