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What a Year!

December 27, 2012

I wanted to share my year in review.It has not quite been a full year of blogging for me that will come in January.
This was  my first post HERE
My home looked much different than it does now.

I had so much to learn in the beginning and still have much to learn!
Like responding to comments.I wanted to respond to each and everyone one and I still do!
But should I respond on my blog?Should I respond through my email?
What do I say?How do I address all of my readers?As I said in my first post I am not a writer.When I write I write the way I speak.
When I started this blog  I wanted to share my love of decorating and creating.
And room by room I have transformed my home into the home I have always wanted.

I am working on my photography skills too.But I think I have gotten much better since my first post.
One thing I have learned is to never use a flash.That can really ruin a photo.Natural light is the best and you can edit and lighten a photo too.
I think the biggest change in my home was my kitchen.And my favorite thing is my ladder across my cabinets.

I have met some fellow bloggers in person and what a treat! I hope in the coming year to meet more of you! I do feel though even if I have not met many of you that you are friends.I really do enjoy reading and responding to each and everyone one of you.My blog is still small and I am glad I can still do that.I also love following all of your blogs too!I have learned so much creatively by visiting you too!

I hope you don’t mind that I have shared some personal stories.I do try and keep my blog about DIY and design but sometimes I like to share personal things too.
In the next year I am working on some changes and I will share them with you as I go along.One is opening a on-line shop.I also have some projects in the works so stay tuned!
If you want to peek at some of the projects of the past year you can click on those to the right of my page.I would love to have you follow along.You can do that by signing up for google connect or by email at the top of my page and you will be updated with the latest posts.
                                                                         Joining:
Shabby Art Boutique
French Country Cottage
My Romantic Home
Savvy Southern Style
Homespun Happenings Rustic restorations weekend
Jennifer Rizzo
Craftberry Bush
Inspiration Friday At the picket fence
Southern Hospitality
Common Ground
From my Front Porch to Yours
The Better Half : Humble Brag Party
Funky Junk SNS
Twigg Studios
Under The Table and Dreaming
The Farmhouse porch
Between Naps on the Porch
Fine Craft Guild 

Due to content being stolen I can no longer provide a full RSS feed.I apologize if this is inconvenient.But my photos and written content are important to me.They are mine and for me only to share.I love all of my followers and I hope you will continue to follow along.Thank you for understanding.
xx
Anne

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  1. Holly Browning says

    December 27, 2012 at 11:00 pm

    You have a beautiful home!

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  2. Jacqueline Craig says

    December 27, 2012 at 11:53 pm

    Happy 1 year blogging anniversary when it comes:) I am still a newbie and I would love a home that looks like yours 🙂

    x
    http://myguidetohomemade.blogspot.co.uk/

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  3. Rosemary@villabarnes says

    December 28, 2012 at 12:18 am

    You’ve done a great job on your home, Anne. Here’s to another great year of sharing.

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  4. Alabaster Rose Lifestyle says

    December 28, 2012 at 12:56 am

    Happy anniversary Anne!! I just love your blog and you are so sweet!! I’m so glad we had the chance to meet through blogging!!
    And your style is fabulous!
    Hope you have a very Happy New Year!!
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  5. Anne says

    December 28, 2012 at 12:58 am

    It all looks wonderful! So glad we met!!
    xox

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  6. Something Nice and Pretty says

    December 28, 2012 at 1:15 am

    I’ve only been a follower for a short while but have so enjoyed your blog! You have a beautiful home and I love reading about it!

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  7. Susan says

    December 28, 2012 at 1:24 am

    Your home is absolutely gorgeous!

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  8. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee) says

    December 28, 2012 at 1:36 am

    This is the first time I am visiting you and must say you got a gorgeous home and a beautiful blog. This post is lovely. Thanks for sharing.

    Hope to see you on my blog:)

    Greetings from Singapore~Sanghamitra.

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  9. Blondie's Journal says

    December 28, 2012 at 2:22 am

    I think your blog is just perfect and always love visiting! Your home is a work in progress and I always get new ideas from you! I really especially love your kitchen!

    I try to email back on comments but can’t always get to everyone, but I do follow a blogroll and try to comment on many blogs…the reading is fun and the pictures inspiring. Keep up the good work!

    XO,
    Jane

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  10. Angie @ Knick of Time says

    December 28, 2012 at 2:46 am

    I’ve enjoyed getting to know you in the last year, Ann and look forward to seeing what you share in the coming year!

    Blessings,
    Angie @ Knick of Time

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  11. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    December 28, 2012 at 2:52 am

    So true not to use a flash. It distorts the pictures. So glad I found your blog and am looking forward to 2013.

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  12. Seams2Be says

    December 28, 2012 at 12:25 pm

    What a treat it is to watch your home projects come to life. Thanks for sharing your time and talent. Happy New Year to you all. Hugs

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  13. Pam - @diy Design Fanatic says

    December 28, 2012 at 3:00 pm

    You have made your home beautiful and you have great style. Happy New Year!

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  14. Ruth says

    December 28, 2012 at 6:20 pm

    It is my first time visiting your blog. It is lovely as is your home.
    Ruth

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  15. thistlewoodfarm says

    December 28, 2012 at 8:09 pm

    Happy 2013! I am so blessed that I have gotten to know you over this past year!

    blessings,
    karianne

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  16. Betsy@ coastal-colors says

    December 28, 2012 at 9:49 pm

    Anne, I love your home and have enjoyed seeing the transformation! I also enjoy your writing style! You have a lovely blog!

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  17. The Other Me Is Sane says

    December 28, 2012 at 9:50 pm

    I’m surprised to learn you started blogging this year. I’ve had your blog on my blogroll for a few months now, just haven’t had time to go back to the start as I usually try to do. Husband retired this year and now takes up my free time…must find him a new job!

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  18. Madge Bloom says

    December 28, 2012 at 10:02 pm

    Your home is very country and comfortably beautiful… I’m your newest follower and rss subscriber…

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  19. Zefi says

    December 28, 2012 at 10:35 pm

    Found you through Rustic Restorations. I love your home! I’m very slow at making my home into what I dream of… small steps I guess. I’m a new follower and look forward to what you do next year.

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  20. Tazas y Cuentos says

    December 28, 2012 at 11:13 pm

    I’m visiting your for the first time and I really love your home, your kitchen is great!
    I’ll continue coming, of course!
    Besos from Argentina, Silvina

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  21. Shabby chic Sandy says

    December 29, 2012 at 12:01 am

    Love that photo of the pin roses–makes me yearn for spring! Your photography is lovely. Love your dining table. Looking forward to seeing what you post in 2013!

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  22. Laura / The Shed, Pet Scribbles, Socks for Sandy says

    December 29, 2012 at 1:31 am

    I started blogging just one week after you did, Anne! 🙂 And I echo many of the same sentiments in your first post… where will this take me? will anyone read these posts? LOL Glad we’ve connected – just another “plus” of our starting our blogs! 🙂

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  23. Betsy@My Salvaged Treasures says

    December 29, 2012 at 2:27 am

    Your home is beautiful and I really love the ladder you put across your cabinets too. It’s been a pleasure getting to know you this year and I look forward to more of your creativity in 2013.

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  24. Lynn@ The Vintage Nest says

    December 29, 2012 at 1:26 pm

    I love your kitchen Anne but I really loved meeting you this past year at Joy’s place. Shortly I will probably be making plans to fly up your to visit son #1 so maybe we can meet up. I would love to come visit your retail space. Happy happy New Year xoxo

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  25. Katie Sue says

    December 29, 2012 at 2:36 pm

    Congratulations on a year of blogging. I love stopping in to see your beautiful home. I like to respond to each comment even if it takes me a few weeks to get to it.
    I can’t wait to see what else you have in store and in “store” with you online shop.
    Katie

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  26. Tammy says

    December 30, 2012 at 1:45 am

    Congrats! You do have a lovely home. I don’t know if there is any perfect way to answering comments 🙂 I do love that ladder in your kitchen! Thank you for sharing this at Rustic Restorations weekend.

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  27. KATHY says

    December 30, 2012 at 1:32 pm

    I love your home and all your fabulous projects!! Happy New Year to you and your family.

    Kathy

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  28. Tammy @ A Walk in the Countryside says

    December 30, 2012 at 4:08 pm

    I love your kitchen…especially the ladder and bottle rack on your island! I’ve also been blogging a little less than a year and struggle with the comments. My biggest problem in that my blog will not allow me to post replies and I can’t get it fixed!! But I do try to visit each person that does leave a comment. I’m the opposite when it comes to writing how I talk…I don’t but I really try to…it seems more personal to me. I was a secretary for many years and find it hard to drop some of those old letter writing habits!! Have a safe and Happy New Year!

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  29. Linda Primmer says

    December 30, 2012 at 9:28 pm

    Hello Anne, it’s a pleasure to meet you. your home is lovely. Congrats to you. Blogging is addicting! I am happily your newest follower. Happy New year!

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  30. lynn says

    December 30, 2012 at 9:39 pm

    your home is so lovely, anne:) i’m looking forward to your new year projects! happy new year to you!

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  31. Kerryanne @ Shabby Art Boutique says

    December 30, 2012 at 10:54 pm

    Your house is always such a delight Anne and I appreciate that you have shared it’s journey at Shabbilicious Friday each week. I look forward to following the adventures of White Lace Cottage in 2013.
    Happy New Year,
    Hugs – Kerryanne

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  32. Jody and Stan says

    December 31, 2012 at 12:39 am

    Your home is gorgeous! So happy to have met a new blogger! New Follower. Happy New Year!

    Jody

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  33. Vickie @ Ranger 911 says

    December 31, 2012 at 1:53 am

    You’ve accomplished SO much in the past year, Anne! I’d be happy to get even a fraction of that done in our home! I’m looking forward to seeing what you have in store for us in the coming year.

    Happy New Year!

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  34. Julie says

    December 31, 2012 at 7:33 am

    Anne,
    You’ve done a great job on your home. It looks amazing. And your blog is one of my favorites. Unlike my poor pitiful blog (my fault; I don’t spend enough time on it), you’ve done a wonderful job growing and improving yours. I’m really looking forward to seeing what you have in store for us during the coming year.
    Have a Happy New Year!
    Julie

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  35. Jacqueline~Cabin and Cottage says

    December 31, 2012 at 6:29 pm

    It’s been fun following you and your beautiful style this past year, Anne! I still have the same questions as you do vis a vis answering comments. We do our best! Happy 2013!

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  36. Charm Bracelet Diva says

    January 1, 2013 at 1:42 am

    I just love, love, love that kitchen! Found you through Cowgirl Up and plan on following you! Stop by for a visit sometime!

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  37. Tricia says

    January 1, 2013 at 6:33 pm

    Happy One Year Anniversary! Blogging is such a fun activity ; o ) Your kitchen is lovely! Stop by my blog to see my 10 cottage renovations for the year! Happy 2013!

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  38. Cindy says

    January 2, 2013 at 2:46 am

    Your kitchen is so charming. I love the ladder too, and those vintage barstools, they are amazing. I struggle with keeping up and responding to everyone too… it’s so frustrating to me when i’m too busy at work or at home and miss everyone’s posts! Ok, off to catch up on you some more!

    Cindy

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  39. Valerie says

    January 2, 2013 at 7:57 pm

    Your home is lovely! I love the all white look, but at this stage in life I’m not sure I could pull it off! Lots of little ones…and a husband who loves color. *sigh* Maybe I could start small…

    Blessings

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  40. Suzanne@thriftstoredecorjunky says

    January 3, 2013 at 7:06 pm

    Anne, your pictures are beautiful! I really have to work on mine , still. Thanks for your kind comment on my Silver Buffet..

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  41. Jocie@TheBetterHalf says

    January 4, 2013 at 12:37 am

    What a great year, Anne! Thanks for sharing at the Humble Brag! You were our weekly ad space winner!

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  42. Jessica Cramer says

    January 8, 2013 at 3:04 pm

    I think you are doing a bang up job, beautiful blog! I hopped on over from Thistlewood Farms, looking forward to the Cowgirl Linkups!I am a new blogger too, and I totally agree on not using a flash for taking pictures. Who knew it could be so bad?

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Hi I'm Anne.
I started this blog many years ago to share my passion for home decor. My tastes have changed and so did I.
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