It’s the time of year again! We’re revisiting some of our hard work we’ve been busy with for the last 12 months. It sure flies by fast! It’s nice to share a recap what our most popular posts were so old readers can look back and new readers can get a feel for who Lolly Jane is. And as a thank you to YOU for reading, we’ve decided to include a $50 Visa gift card giveaway with our our Top 13 of 2013 for you at the end of today’s post. It’s interesting to see what our top posts are. Kelli worked her booty off on her master bedroom, complete with new custom doors, original molding and gorgeous planked walls…which didn’t make the cut. Kristi’s readers went ga-ga for her chalkboard calendar which wasn’t even in the top 25! What the heck! Are you ready to see what you all loved the most out of our hundreds of projects this year? Without further adieu, announcing our top 13 posts of 2013!
12. Anthro Atom Bowls Knockoff
11. Painted & Distressed Mason Jars
10. How to Bake the Perfect Smash Cake
7. Summer Fonts
6. How to Distress Furniture with Spray Paint & a Sander
5. Chalkboard Any Surface in Any Color
3. Herringbone Bookcase Makeover
We didn’t include our roundup posts which are always great for inspiration or our giveaways. But we can tell you we tallied up our giveaway’s from this year which were over $5k in goods!? You all are spoiled, you’re welcome (; Some of those prizes have included two Jo Totes camera bags, an iPad mini, an HD Kindle Fire, 2 cameras, crafts, 2 baskets full of our favorite things + lots and lots and lots of gift cards. You deserve each prize you’ve won because honestly, we love you, truly. Oh, and be sure to check out our Top 12 of 2012 projects, too!
Until next year! XOXO
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Emily says
Keep doing what y’all are doing! Your projects are so inspiring – I’d love to see more furniture transformations.
Donna Sasser says
I love all paint projects! More please
Jenn says
Thanks for the summary. The smash cake gave me a great idea for youth group that I think will go over very well with the teens!
Ashleigh Hall says
Hi girls! Thanks for the great give away! I would love to see more of the same in ’14!
Terri Herman says
Keep the crafts a comin’! Love to also see decorating/storage ideas and furniture makeovers with paint. Thanks for the recap & giveaway!
Cheryl Hutcherson says
More furniture makeovers! You’re fabulous!!
Kristin says
Love the projects!
Darlene Ysaguirre says
I personally love recipes and discovering new places to shop.
Hildy Schwarz says
Thanks for a great giveaway. I can’t wait to start reading your blog posts. I always wanted a sister
Renee says
More storage ideas
Malissa W says
I agree with the others. I love seeing what you are able to revamp furniture! Thanks for the giveaway!
Amanda Buccieri says
DIY gift ideas!!!
Cathy says
Who couldn’t use $50 after Christmas. Thanks for the opportunity!
kat says
more DIY household projects please! There’s no room for more furniture in my house!
Alicia J. says
This is actually my first time to your blog and I love what I see in your Best of 2013 DIY. I have some old furniture I want to update and just haven’t seen the style I’ve wanted. I think I have it now. Thanks.
Trish says
I love all of your projects! I’d love to continue to see furniture re-dos!
Jessica W says
I love al of the great silhouette projects
amy pugmire says
kids bedroom ideas and paint ideas in homes (walls)
the cape on the corner says
I love all sorts of makeovers/before and afters!
Stacey Brown says
I love “Best of” posts! You have an amazing website and I love reading your creative and inspirational posts. Keep up the good work!!
Pam Gurganus says
I’d love to see more recipes!
Kelly D says
I would like to see more home improvement/organizational tutorials.
Kristen says
Love the DIY home decor!
Lisa Cooper says
More DIY!
Tammy says
Would love to read about photo tips. Your pictures are beautiful.
capturing Joy with Kristen Duke says
What a year, my friends! I even missed a few of your top posts, off to check them out!!
Tania says
What a great roundup of the top blog posts, I think my fav is the herringbone bookcase! I’d like to see more furniture redos!
Tania
Sarah says
More DIY crafts and gift ideas!!
Michaela says
Free printables!
Jessie C. says
I would like more easy recipes.
Audrey B says
Love all the creativity . . . looking forward to what you have to share in 2014
Diana C says
I would like to see more recipes. Thanks! I love them.
Diana C
Michelle Graciano says
You’re doing an awesome job, keep it up!
Davina G. says
I would love to win, and I love your blog! 🙂
Jessica Matthes says
All things DIY!!!
Nicole says
What I would love to see more of is nothing you have a great variety that keeps me reading!!
Maribel R. says
I would love to see more furniture makeovers too!
Angie Studebaker says
More DIY anything, but in particular household projects!! Love what you’re already doing, and thanks for the chance to win!!
Meilee F says
Can’t get enough fonts and DIY decorating projects!
Celeste says
Love your DIYs! Especially the home decor-related ones, so keep those coming!
Briana Weiser says
I’d love to see more furniture revamps!!
Jill Harvell says
So excited about this giveway!
Gina Helton says
I love all of your DIY projects… keep them coming! 🙂
Megan Irish says
Oh I love all the DIY crafts and refurbs! Keep it coming!!
Megan Irish says
Oh I love all the DIY crafts and refurbs! I’d love to see more quote printables for the kids rooms.
Amy W. says
Thank you so much for all the insperation thoughout the year. I can’t wait to see what 2014 brings!
Jen Y says
More of using what you have, repurposing, shopping your own home for decor, ect.
Leslie H. says
I really enjoy your blog–keep up the great work!
Nicole b says
I’m new to your blog, so I will just have to keep looking around before I know what I want to see more of! LOVE the anthro knockoff bowls though!
Trisha M says
Love all the goodies you share! 🙂
Amanda K. says
I love seeing alternative ways to use found furniture!
Jeannine says
Thank you so much for the giveaway. I love your DIY projects.
Sarah Beer says
I would use it to buy my husband something. He totally spoilt me this Christmas 🙂
rayray cartucci says
I’m into all the projects and crafty stuff,giveaways…all kinds of do it yourself stuff
Rebecca D says
I love the posts on refurbishing furniture. Old to new again : )
Yaneth says
Just saw your site on Pinterest! I absolutely love it! I’m a budding DIYer and would love to continue to see the amazing transformations you come up with using thrift store finds!
Melanie Ann says
I would love to see more furniture projects, ya’ll give me great ides for photo props! xx
Debra Lee says
I would love more repurposed painting projects!
Hollias says
I love the furniture makeovers!! Keep them coming 🙂
christina p says
I would like to see more of your store-brand knockoffs. Love your posts!
Melissa says
I love your projects and I’ve pinned almost all of them prior to seeing your top posts! I don’t have any new suggestions, just keep doing what you’re doing!
susan says
I love all of the craft ideas. So creative!
Sharon B. says
I like seeing the printable items and the furniture makeovers.
Thanks for everything.
Jennifer says
I love the easy DIY crafts!!
TeJota says
So glad I found this site. You all have provided me with so many wonderful ideas and projects. Thank you!!!
Carson Center says
This is the first time I have followed your blog ALL YEAR! I love getting the emails and love the posts! Thanks for the great ideas!
Alison B says
I actually only found your blog today via Simple as That, but so far I am loving what I see! I am always a big fan of DIY tutorials, both small crafts and larger home-improvement ones.
Carla S says
I would like to see more party ideas.
Stephanie P says
I love all the posts, especially the smaller craft projects like the bowls and crate. We don’t have much space here so space saving ideas are awesome. Thank you for everything.
Emily Wells says
I love your blog the way it is–a nice mixture of posts. I wouldn’t change a thing! 🙂
Brenda Lee says
One of my favorite things about following your blog is seeing all the creative crafts. I love crafts and your blog motivates and inspires me. I also love to cook. So, bring on the craft projects and recipes. 😉 Here’s to a Happy, Healthy and Crafty New Year!
Becca says
I love everything you do! You have great projects!
kristin says
I love the furniture redos!
Vicky says
I love the vintage numbered crates. Keep doing fun, creative purposeful transformations.
Trena L. Patton says
I Iike seeing the furniture painting!
Thank you for sharing.
Karen says
I’m not very creative, but I appreciate creativity in others! I’d be most appreciative if you came up with more LDS crafts, especially items that I could do with my daughter for FHE. Thanks!
Shelly Hintz says
Love all of your creative ideas…especially the tasty treats…
Mique says
2013 was yucky. Except that it brought me closer to you two! For that, I am grateful. Way to rock it out this year girls. I am envious of your DIY ways. We need to hang out more so that your skills can rub off on me. xoxo
Alexis K. says
I do lots of entertaining, so keep the party ideas coming!
Lindy says
everything you already do….I {heart} Lolly Jane!!!!!!
Nicki M. says
More furniture makeovers! Thanks for a chance to win!
erin says
love all the diy projects!
Kay Pflueger says
What fun to look back over this last year! I am so inspired!!!
Kay Pflueger says
What fun to look back over the last year… all kinds of inspiration!!!
Shelly Church says
I have used lots of your ideas! Love organization & decorating ideas.
Nicole Balogh says
I love to see how you decorate for the holidays and I would love to see even more upcycled projects.
Mandy E. says
So excited to find your blog! You have the so man fun ideas!
Natasha J says
i have a soft spot for trash to treasure makeovers
BrieAnn S. says
I would love to see more DIY on budget stuff. Kind of like thrift store finds re-made.
Beth says
I love what you do with Mason jars and furniture….
Katie says
Not gonna lie, I do love the giveaways.
Jill R says
I love your blog and would love to see more inspiring projects and printables!
Susannah says
crafts and paint projects
Jennay says
I <3 the DIY projects, party ideas, & the giveaways!
Elena says
I want to see more craft projects
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patricia says
more diy projects!
Hester says
More of the same, please! Love the DIY projects you post…
Patti says
I love to see furniture builds and makeovers! You’re doing a great job!
L.r. Smith says
I love the “Do~Overs'” I call them.. where they take one thing and make it into a totally different thing.. and didn’t have to throw that item away!!!
Shanna Uptergrove says
LOVE what you are already doing!! Would love to see more shop features!
Adriana A. says
I love seeing your DIY projects! Thanks for the giveaway!
Connie Russell says
I always love to see more crafts. I love the furniture makeovers.
Debra C says
More furniture makeovers
Lisa Brown says
I would like to see glass crafts
Kim Henrichs says
Love your blog! Would love to see more furniture posts – they’re always amazing.
Olivia Rubin says
Thanks for the great giveaway. I love all your content, but would love to see some knitting…do any of you knit? I bet it would look wonderful
Elizabeth @ hobbylobbyist says
More of the same please!
Terri says
I’d like to see more party ideas!
Janice says
I loved the peppermint chex. It was perfect for Christmas but I love to revamp furniture too. So keep giving us a little of everything.
Paula Ball says
more of your fabulous colorful redos. your color choices rock!
Carrie says
I’d like to see more DIY makeovers for junk 🙂
Kelsey says
I love the YW printables!
kjasus says
i’d like to see more repurposed furniture
C R Williams says
more recipes
MaryB says
I love recipes and craft projects – your site is great!
Samantha C. says
Maybe some organization tips!?
Ashleigh says
You all have had a great year! Congratulations! And I’m shocked the master bedroom didn’t make it onto the top 13 too!
debbie says
I love all the craft ideas. Especially the ones that look like pottery barn or other sites.
Bridget Heiple Reich says
I love the Peppermint Pattie Chex Mix! 🙂
Heather S says
I’d love to see more DIY’s 🙂
tiffani says
DIY and repurposed crafts, like the mason jar crafts.
Lora W. says
I love the furniture remakes and the yummy recipes.
nancy bowers says
Good the way it is or more giveaways.
AmyP says
I love your tutorials!
Kelli Baker says
I have so much fun reading your blog!! Inspiration weekly!! Thanks so much!!
Jessi W says
Keep the awesome projects coming girls! 🙂
Amy C. says
Love it all!
Tabathia B says
I would like to see more projects geared toward homeschoolers that are easy and don’t include so many items
Trish says
Projects for kids rooms please! Honestly tho, I love it all!
Crystal says
Hi ladies! Love your site, cannot wait to try some of your furniture makeover ideas…Not sure what to suggest new for 2014 because I just stumbled upon lollyjane so there is plenty o’ dynamite stuff already here! Look forward to following you. P.S… I adore the spindle ornaments.
Jaime says
Love your blog! This would be so exciting to win!
Laurie Clark says
More awesome paint tutorials and of course more giveaways!
Allison K. says
Well, you already do an awesome job of it, but even more re-dos on cheap, old, furniture.
Camie says
Thanks for a year of inspiration!
Wendy says
Just keep doing what you are doing! I love your makeovers and color choices… So inspiring!
Lisa says
Maybe some more baking recipes like that chex mix!
Jenn says
Some cute storage ideas.
Anna says
Love the recipes and the crafts… new ideas are always awesome to get us out of our ruts!
Yvonne says
I really enjoy your blog. The diversity is fun. I really liked the shelves with all of the organizational ideas from the suitcases to the wooden crates which I LOVE! Keep up the good work and Happy New Year!
Jasmine P says
I want to see more tutorials!
Soha Molina says
More giveaways
Jill- Every Day is an Occasion says
Can’t wait to see what you make in 2014! Love your site and Instagram 🙂 smiles, Jill
jennie says
That is so fun to see what was most popular. I for one totally copied your numbered crates – I’ve made 3 of them so far and I LOVE them!!!
lollyjane says
Well thank you Jennie! I think the more projects you make of ours earn you extra entries! 😉 xoxo
Debi M says
I love your varied projects, but especially love the furniture makeovers.
Kirstin K says
Would love to see another wooden sign tutorial using vinyl stencil
Lili says
I love everything you all post. Thanks for the giveaway and happy new year
Karen H. says
I love all different kinds of projects involving paint… provided there’s a tutorial, of course!
Thank you!
Priscilla says
I like the furniture makeovers!
Sarah C says
I love the DIYs. Keep ’em coming please!
Kathleen @ Fearlessly Creative Mammas says
I love your blog! I’d love to see more furniture re-dos, maybe some things that can be done in a limited space. Happy New Year!
Paula Gardner says
I just found you tonight because of this contest but I like what I see and will be back.
Rebecca says
I just found your site, and it looks so fun! I think I would like to see lots of your cute craft projects!
Sarah says
I am new to the blog but it looks like I just went on my own Pinterest page and am looking at pins! I love all of it. I always love the transformations of furniture and it’s fun to see the before and afters!
Shannon Gould says
I love it all! I would love more children specific projects.
Wendy N says
I love seeing and trying the crafts!
Maddie Davis says
Your craft room redo has inspired me. I’m working on my craft room. Wonder if my hubby will let me go get book shelves….hmmm…….
Teresa says
Can’t wait to see what y’all do this year!
Lynne says
I’d love to see more craft projects! Especially those that don’t need super specialized items, that I will most likely never use the rest of in the package….. ha ha.
Carly Bean says
I always love seeing cute and easy craft ideas! I’m always looking for ways to change up the decor in my house!
Kathie Craig says
I would like to see more sewing tutorials. Have a Happy New Year!!
Skyann S says
I love it all
Melaney R says
i love your DIYs so keep them coming!
Melissa says
I love the Gracie bag in mustard…soo cute!!!
Laura says
More furniture makeovers please!
Stephanie Gossett says
Furniture makeovers 🙂
ninigossett at gmail dot com
john hutchens says
I would like to see more of what you have been posting. Great ideas for the home
Emily says
The content is great! Keep it up please! 🙂
Nina says
More decor projects! I love what you do and just want to see more of your awesome ideas!
Elizabeth G. says
I like DIY house projects and recipes.
Amy says
Love the makeovers and would love to see more giveaways 🙂
Sandra says
More crafting/DIY/decorating!!! I love all those posts!
Ashley H says
I like the DIY furniture projects.
Theresa Sea says
I love all of your furniture makeovers!
Cecilia Cannon says
With the $50, buying a bunch of the crates and doing the vintage crate makeover!! love it!
Stephanie says
I love all the crafts!!!!
natalie says
I like the Anthropologie hacks sort of posts. Like the little bowls!
Jeanette says
Wonderful blog! Love all the beautiful fonts you use. Printables are always appreciated!
tina reynolds says
more diy projects love the inspiration
Dezi A says
I love everything. Seriously. Love the variety. Love your posts about things you do in your ward. Love the recipes. Love it all.
Nicole H. says
I love your mix of projects! Keep the great work up!
Mar says
I love your DIY posts – keep them coming!
monica p younes says
Love the diy posts.
Emily C says
I’d love to see more home decorating/ furniture upcycling projects 🙂
Solducky says
Love furniture makeovers!
Susan h. says
Love the furniture makeovers. Thanks for sharing all you do. Happy New Year!!
Kristin Corbin says
I love crafts and giveaways =)
Alycia says
I just LOVE the crafts!!
Andrea Smith says
I love the makeover projects!
Heather S says
I love seeing your recipies and crafts.
Jessica D says
More makeovers! I love the bookcase one, all of your crafts are pretty much wonderful though. 🙂
Tammy says
Love what you are doing now.
Ashley R. says
Home decor, crafts and recipes.
Raine says
I am new to your blog but I love the DIYs I see- I would like to keep seeing plenty more- great style!
Alycia says
I love all of your DIY projects – definitely inspirational!
Marlene says
I love your projects, and I would love to see more storage ideas for craft rooms. Happy New Year.
Michelle C says
I love seeing the before and after photos of projects! Thanks for the chance to win!
mrsmchappell at gmail dot com
Sarka says
Love your furniture makeovers, DIY projects.
Anne says
more projects!
Cynthia G says
keep the easy crafts coming 🙂
Jordan says
I love your craft/DIY posts!
eva scott says
just more of what you’re already doing!!!
Nicole Simon says
Thanks for the great giveaways 🙂 Love all your unique décor ideas, and how you always lay the directions out so clearly!
Amber says
I love the furniture makeovers. Keep em coming.
Marianne B. in AZ says
What a fun blog you have! I just found it because of the hop and I know I will be back! Thank you for hosting such a generous giveaway!
DinT says
More home decor makeovers and diy.
Amy says
Love your blog. I love your simple and fast recipes (great for those busy nights) and your style. Keep the good ideas coming.
Tanya says
Great roundup! Looking forward to more goodies in 2014!
Crystal says
I love your blog and wouldn’t change a thing!! You girls are awesome!!
linda w. says
Your crafts give me such inspiration. I just wish i had more hours in the day to do them.
lollyjane says
Amen sister! We feel like that too, sometimes! (;
Debra Womack says
Just keep doing what you are doing! Love it all!
Barbara Mc / Whenihave Time says
Always love more crafts and tutorials, love to learn!
Lin Gorenkoff says
I’d love to see more DIY ideas and giveaways.
Becca says
I always love to see recipes or giveaways 🙂
RMetzger says
Love all your projects 😉
Carmen says
I love simple home decorating ideas.
steve weber says
I like the DIY projects the best.
Melissa says
I love the DIYs.
Alina says
Love your blog. Would love to see more furniture makeovers and reveals.
Sean C says
You provide great stuff. I’d love to see more diy sign tutorials.
Heather says
Kids and personalized ideas!
Corinna Bennett says
I would love to see more of your DIY crafts and furniture makeovers. They are inspiring and help me to do some of my own! Thanks! 🙂
Corinna Bennett says
I love the Betsy in Mint!
Victoria L Tucker says
Love the recipes and painting projects! you are always keeping me busy!
Susan Smith says
I love the DIY projects
Amanda Christensen says
I would love to see more home organization ideas!
[email protected] says
This is one of my favorite “top posts” posts. Nice job girls. Love all of these ideas! :):)
[email protected] says
I think I enjoy your home projects, furniture, painting, and “crafty” posts best! But you always have a good mix. 🙂
Daniel M says
always like the giveways
DESIREE H says
Recipes or cute ideas you find on Pinterest!!
Thanks for the chance!
JenniferB says
distressed furniture makeovers- love them
Sherry Conrad says
I’d like to see more of the same- easy, do-able makeovers and of course I’d love more giveaways. 🙂
Amanda Sakovitz says
more creative home decor!
kristy c. says
I just love your furniture renovations! you have inspired me to try some! I would love to see more!
Amber says
More reviews and tutorials! 🙂
Christine Monson says
Love the Anthro Atom Bowls Knockoff. I’d like to see more post like this.
Thomas Murphy says
I would like to see more DIY household projects.
Piroska says
I love your blog, and would just like to see…more! :o)
laurie says
I need more orangization ideas
Sarah L says
Looking over the list – I’m impressed with the breath of your posts.
And a bunch of giveaways – I’m a giveaway junkie so I like those, especially gift card giveaways. Thanks.
Thanks for the contest.
Margilyne W says
Keep doing what you are doing! Love your posts. I love anything crafty and love your ideas on updating old furniture.
[email protected] says
I love all of your fabulous paint projects…..especially those Anthropologie bowls. Love!! !! It was great to be part of this hop with you! 🙂