Tuesday, December 31, 2013

2013~A Year in Review

Hi friends...I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas! We sure did...we are still hosting Christmas visits with family! I love this time of year!!
I put together a little review of all the projects that went on over here at Northern Nesting this past year...let's take a look.
I started the year off with a room makeover for my oldest daughter Mackenzie...not only were the walls painted a new color, but all her furniture was updated with paint too!
BEFORE...
AFTER...using AS chalk paint in pure white.
The mirror was also done in pure white.
Next up was her armoire...I painted this before my blogging days and before I knew about chalk paint!
BEFORE...
AFTER... again using AS chalk paint in graphite.
Back in March my bedroom was featured in Romantic Homes magazine...talk about being THRILLED!!
In May we adopted our new pup Neena...she is such a sweetie! Our home wouldn't feel complete without a dog!
A little makeover that I still love looking at is this little footstool.
BEFORE...
AFTER...adding a little cheetah print.
Another makeover was this chair my mom picked up for me at an estate sale...I used Miss Mustard Seeds milk paint on this piece in Ironstone...I even added a wooden applique to dress it up a bit.
It's home for now is in our dining room.
Next up is the new chandelier in our dining room... the hubby bought it for me for my birthday...LOVE IT! I painted the medallion to match it.
My living room was something that I worked on for months...adding pieces that I absolutely love to give the room a casual, collected over time look.
Pieces like this wicker trunk that I'm using as my coffee table...
and the new pillows made by Ann On Sutton Place Designs...love them!!
The purchase of this wool rug has to be my favorite!
 Another room makeover I did this past fall was in my son Will's room...taking it from a young boys room to a pre-teen room.
BEFORE...
AFTER...we added a beadboard accent wall...new paint color on the walls...and new bedding.
Last but not least I freshened up our powder room with paint and framed these new botanicals for the walls.
Well that's it for my quick 2013 year in review...looking forward to another productive year:)
Thank you for always popping in to see me and always leaving me the sweetest comments...they truly make my day! Wishing you all a very Happy  New Year!

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35 comments:

  1. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeDecember 30, 2013 at 10:19 AM

    These are all great projects. Hard to pick a favorite, but I do really love your living room. Happy New Year. Hugs, Marty

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  2. Patty SumnerDecember 30, 2013 at 10:29 AM

    YOu had some really great projects this year.. I do believe I visited for all of them. Have a great New Year. May it be filled with lots of beautiful creations and joy. Blessings!

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  3. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsDecember 30, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    You shared lots of great projects this year, Martina! The kids' rooms turned out great.

    Happy New Year!

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  4. Christy @ Our Southern HomeDecember 30, 2013 at 1:04 PM

    Martina, thanks for sharing your year in projects! You were one busy mom! Your home is just lovely and has always been a favorite of mine! Happy New Year! ~Christy

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  5. SuzanneDecember 30, 2013 at 2:09 PM

    Oh, so pretty! Did you get your Christmas decorations down already? If so, I'm envious! Everything is just lovely.

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  6. DawnDecember 30, 2013 at 3:06 PM

    Loved all your projects this year, especially the paint ones. Happy New Year!

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  7. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsDecember 30, 2013 at 4:39 PM

    All of your projects were wonderful! Happy New Year!

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  8. Custom ComfortsDecember 30, 2013 at 6:26 PM

    You've had a very busy year Martina with lots of pretty makeovers. Your bedrooms look so cheerful and I love your chandelier.
    Happy New Year.
    Cindy

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  9. must love junkDecember 30, 2013 at 9:43 PM

    What a great recap! LOVE your wicker trunk/coffee table!!
    Susan

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  10. Buttercup BlissDecember 30, 2013 at 10:26 PM

    I really love the beadboard accent wall you did in your son's room. It is awesome. I would love to try that for my soon!!

    Happy New Year!!

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  11. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsDecember 31, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    You certainly had a tremendous year of projects and accomplishments…from the beautiful rooms you redecorated to the fabulous feature in Romantic Homes!…I wish you and your family a most happy and healthy New Year!

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  12. Celestina MarieDecember 31, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    Hi Martina, beautiful year in review and great projects you accomplished.
    Your pup is adorable!
    Wishing you a great New Year!
    Hugs

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  13. Barbara @ 21 Rosemary LaneDecember 31, 2013 at 10:29 AM

    Martina what wonderful changes you have made this year to your beautiful home! I'd love your before pics and then just oooh and ahh over the after! And congrats on the well deserved feature in Romantic Homes. Dang it...I don't know how I missed that because I would have grabbed a copy to keep. I always purchase a copy of any magazine a bloggy friend is featured. Just love your sweet new puppy too, a house is just not a home without a doggie!
    Wishing you and yours a very Happy and Healthy New Year my friend!!
    XO Barbara

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  14. AnonymousDecember 31, 2013 at 11:25 AM

    Hi Martina! I love all of your projects and each one turned out so beautifully! Your little doggy is adorable. So glad your Christmas was great and I'm wishing you a Happy New Year.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  15. BlissDecember 31, 2013 at 12:47 PM

    I think I have to pick your son's room makeover as my favorite, but I do like that rug!

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  16. Leslie HarrisDecember 31, 2013 at 4:04 PM

    I loved seeing all your beautiful projects and Neena is so sweet looking. Wishing you and your family a wonderful 2014 Martina!

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  17. CynthiaDecember 31, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    What a great year Martina. Giving that baby a great home is the for me since I am a huge dog lover. Happy New Year to you and your family!!

    Cynthia

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  18. Veggie On BoardJanuary 1, 2014 at 11:58 AM

    What a beautiful house! I'm in love with your updated chest of drawers.

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  19. Moni - Zuhaus at HomeJanuary 1, 2014 at 10:19 PM

    Martina, enjoyed taking another look at all of the updates and makeovers in your beautiful home…so happy Neena joined your family in 2013! Happy, happy New Year to you!

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  20. NanaDianaJanuary 1, 2014 at 10:34 PM

    You had a lot of wonderful projects and posts this past year, Martina. Looking forward to seeing lots more of you this year. Blessings and Happy New Year- Diana

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  21. BabsJanuary 2, 2014 at 9:27 AM

    You did a lot of great projects. Everything looks so pretty, but I LOVE your living room with those gorgeous pillows and rug. Looking forward to seeing what you do in 2014. Wishing you and your family happiness and good health in the New Year.

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  22. The Charm of HomeJanuary 2, 2014 at 12:36 PM

    Martina, Your home is gorgeous! Happy New Year!
    Sherry

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  23. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJanuary 2, 2014 at 12:37 PM

    Martina, you did a lot of fabulous projects. Those pillows by Ann are my fave thing.

    Happy New Year!

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  24. Savannah GrannyJanuary 3, 2014 at 2:51 PM

    Martina, Everything you do is so lovely. I am always inspired you your lovely home. The beadboard wall in Will's room is awesome. Love it all.
    Happy New Year, Ginger

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  25. RonJanuary 4, 2014 at 1:52 PM

    Happy New Year, Martina. Lovely projects!

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  26. chateau chicJanuary 4, 2014 at 3:51 PM

    Lots of changes happened in the last year at your house! Fun to look back and see all you accomplished.
    Your home looks so lovely!!
    Mary Alice

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  27. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2014 at 10:39 PM

    Hi Martina! I hope your weekend has been nice and thanks for popping in to see me.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  28. Robin JohnsonJanuary 6, 2014 at 10:16 AM

    Looks like you've had a very productive year! Happy New Year

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  29. Decor To AdoreJanuary 6, 2014 at 10:21 AM

    Such a wonderfully creative year! It is impossible for me to pick a favorite.

    May 2014 be even more creative.

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  30. Melissa@daisymaebelle.comJanuary 6, 2014 at 10:56 AM

    So many things to LOVE! Like that amazing chandelier and that beautiful new rug! And somehow I missed your amazing news of being in Romantic Homes! Life to the full! Melissa

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  31. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2014 at 5:39 PM

    What a busy year of beautiful creativity, Martina! Love all the projects you tackled in 2013 and that you opened your home up to the sweet pup, Neena. Hoping this year is a healthy and happy one filled with oodles of fun projects.

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  32. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapJanuary 6, 2014 at 10:56 PM

    it's hard to pick a favorite, as you really do some great work. Happy 2014

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  33. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideJanuary 7, 2014 at 9:06 AM

    Great projects! I'm looking forward to see what you do in the New Year!

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  34. Twinkle TerriorJanuary 11, 2014 at 12:38 PM

    Everything looks soooooo pretty! All your special touches make your home so sweet!

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  35. AnneJanuary 12, 2014 at 11:12 AM

    I enjoyed looking back at your beautiful transformations!
    xx
    Anne

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I love reading your comments! Thanks so much for stopping by, Martina