I hope you all had an amazing Christmas! We were able to spend a week with my family in the Caribbean and it was the perfect week away. But, we’re glad to be back home and looking forward to getting back to our routines.
I still can’t believe that 2014 is almost over. Looking back through the blog posts of this past year, it reminds me of just how much we were able to accomplish. Today I am going to share the most popular posts of 2014 in terms of overall pageviews according to Google Analytics. Honestly, this is something I rarely check at the post level, so there were a few surprises in the list I’m sharing today. I’ll be back tomorrow with a round-up of our room makeovers from this past year.
At the end of the post, I’m also sharing links to other bloggers sharing their top posts of the year, so be sure to check those out as well. You can also check out my Top Ten Posts of 2013 for some more inspiration. And now, I present, the Top Posts of 2014 from Life On Virginia Street, in descending order!
10 – My DIY Designer Art and Frame. I am still in love with the large scale and colors in this art. My DIY frame is also a favorite.
9 – Our Summer Home Tour. This is my favorite look for our home – likely because I am such a summer girl!
8 – Our Fall Home Tour. I didn’t go overboard with the fall decorating, but added in a few warmer touches for the cooler days and nights.
7 – Our DIY Outdoor Couch was a random Sunday afternoon project I convinced my husband to make with me. It came in handy in the summer and fall months and I can’t wait to start using it again as soon as the weather turns nicer again!
6 – Although this post is only a few weeks old, my part II of my Christmas Tour of Homes is already one of the most popular of the year!
5 – I’m guessing my DIY Art from my September Year of Change project was so popular simply because DIY art really is so affordable and easy to achieve!
4 – I was actually rather shocked at the response to our gray painted doors. I loved the end result, but never expected the reactions I got. With that said, I’m glad the majority of you love it as much as I do!
3 – My Painted Fabric and Wood Chair project seemed to be popular, simply because most of us have an old ugly piece of furniture lying around that we are willing to try updating. With this project, I wasn’t worried if I ended up ruining the chair because it was already in bad shape. But the end result is stunning!
2 – This Wednesday Watch List post is my second highest-viewed post of the year, most likely due to the attention from the image below and my secret for insane planter growth.
1 – The top viewed post of the entire year is a shocking one for me…because it’s a recipe, and as you may know, I pretty much never cook. But thanks to the power of Pinterest, my crock-pot mashed potatoes from this Wednesday Watch List post was by far the top-viewed post of the year.
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But wait, there’s more!
Some of my favorite bloggy friends are sharing their years in review today too, and believe me, these ladies have had amazing years! You won’t want to miss out on their best posts, so be sure to hop around and check them out!
Rachel- Maison de Pax | Jamie- So Much Better with Age | Jenna- Rain on a Tin Roof | Chelsea- Making Home Base | Abby- Just a Girl and Her Blog
Jen- Migonis Home | Nina- Everyday Enchanting | April- House by Hoff | Krista- The Happy Housie | Sarah- Life on Virginia Street
They’re all great projects! Love the artwork and how to upgrade interior doors. Paint never ceases to amaze me! Have a wonderful 2015!
Thanks Cristina! And you are so right – paint is absolutely the most amazing tool that can be used to transform a space!
All of it is amazing, Sarah! I think your painted fabric chair is my favorite though. Cheers to an even better 2015!
Thank you Lauren! Happy New Year to you as well!
Hmm….those mashed potatoes do look pretty good:) I can see the appeal! All your projects are incredible, Sarah- and I can see why that Christmas post has gotten so much attention. Your home tours are amazing to take and leave me in awe:) It was awesome to meet you at Haven this year and I look forward to following along in 2015!
Thank you Krista! I’m beyond happy that we got to meet this year and I’m definitely looking forward to when we can hang out in person again. And I’m anxiously awaiting your kitchen remodel. I know it will be amazing!
GREAT list, Sarah! Of course I’m all over your home tours though and love anything you do. You have the best style and now, apparently, the best mashed potatoes which I will be making this week pronto.
Oh, and I wish I was in your suitcase for the Caribbean. 🙂
Haha! Thanks Jen. I’m so happy to have been able to “meet” you this year. Although, maybe in 2015 we can make it happen in real life!! xoxo
All your projects are amazing! Lovely wall art! Pinned for my things to do in 2015! Wishing you an awesome 2015!!
Thank you Christine! I hope you have a wonderful 2015 as well!
Love your gray door and all your beautiful home. You should be proud of all your accomplishments in 2014. Look forward to seeing what you achieve in 2015.
Thanks for the inspiration,
Suzanne
Pieced Pastimes
Thank you so much Suzanne!
You’ve had some awesome posts this year, Sarah! I LOVE the painted door, DIY artwork, and that pillow you painted…you are so good! xo
I’m new to Virginia Street but so glad I found you! The rug at the new front entry is gorgeous, and I’m excited to look through your other 2014 projects for inspiration for our new-to-us, 150 year old home!
Thank you! I’m glad to have you following along 🙂
You had a great year, Sarah! You’re doing amazing. So glad we got to meet this year!
Hugs, Jamie
Thank you Jamie! It was so great to meet you too. Hope to see you again soon! Happy New Year!
How did I miss that painted chair – oh my goodness it turned out amazing!! I also love the 30 minute wall art (totally trying that this year). I adore you, and your blog so much! Happy New Year, Sarah!! xo
Hi Sarah:
Im soo happy to have found you on Pinterest!!! I am amazed on all your work and I love to learn and be inspired from your ideas. I have started w/ my home improvements and you have pretty much giving me the motivation to continue w/ my small projects!
Looking fwd to reading more of your inspiring creations on your place!
GBU always,
Elle
Thank you SO much Elle!