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Top 10 Posts of 2019

January 7, 2020  Best Of | Uncategorized

Before I delve into 2020, I thought it would be fun to look back on my 10 most popular posts of 2019. I’ve been blogging for over eight years and have published more than 1,100 posts (whew!) but I’m focusing on the ones that I wrote in 2019. It’s not surprising that you guys love all things Christmas, but also a quick and easy (and statement making) DIY craft, pretty pink peonies, colorful spring decor and beautiful home tours.

Let’s countdown the my best home decor blog posts 2019 (click on each title to read the full posts) …

#10 – DIY Hydrangea Wreath

I think the term go big or go home refers to wreaths! If you’re going to make a wreath, you may as well make a gargantuan one! I used limelight hydrangeas for mine but my tips work for any type of hydrangea.

How to make a hydrangea wreath kellyelko.com #hydrangeas #hydrangeawreath #hydrangeacrafts #diywreath #wreath #diycrafts #craftideas #farmhousedecor #fallmantel #manteldecor #plantlady #houseplants #kellyelko #pumpkins Best Home Decor Blogs 2019

#9 – Behind the Scenes at My Better Homes & Gardens Photo Shoot

I can’t believe it’s been one year since the Better Homes & Gardens team invaded my home for my Christmas photo shoot! I shared a peek into what goes into the makings of a feature in the magazine. I’m still trying to work off all of those sugar cookies!

Behind the scenes at a Better Homes & Gardens photo shoot kellyelko.com #christmasdecor #bhg #betterhomes&gardens #christmascookies

#8 – 10 Fun Christmas Decorations to Collect

Like me, you can’t get enough vintage and Christmas is an especially fun time to display vintage pieces. I shared 10 of my favorite things to collect for the holidays.

10 Fun Vintage Christmas Decorations to Collect kellyelko.com #christmas #vintagechristmas #vintage #collectibles #christmasdecor #santa

#7 – Little Christmas House Decorating Ideas

I have a things for little Christmas houses and shared my favorite ways to decorate with them.

Little Christmas House Decorating Ideas kellyelko.com #christmasdecor #diychristmas #christmascrafts #diyideas #kidscrafts #christmasdecorations #kellyelko

#6 – 15 Sparse Christmas Trees

Sparse trees are my favorite because they are perfect for displaying ornaments. I gathered up my favorites including sources for the most realistic looking fake trees.

15 Sparse Christmas Trees kellyelko.com #christmastrees #sparsetrees #sparsechristmastrees #farmhousechristmas #oldfashionedchristmas #christmasdecor #christmasornaments #kellyelko

#5 – Fun Peony Facts

Don’t have peony envy! Read these fun peony facts and you’ll be able to impress friends and influence people with this useless information!

Fun Peony Facts kellyelko.com #peonies #peony #perennials #gardening #gardeningtips

#4 – Eclectic Home Tour – Nicola’s Home

This Eclectic Home Tour stood out head over heels as a fan favorite. The seaside retreat incorporates farmhouse flair with classic style.

Love this farmhouse style kitchen with white cabinets and natural wood beams and shelves kellyelko.com #farmhousekitchen #kitchendecor #kitchenreno #whitekitchen #farmhousedecor #farmhousestyle #fixerupperstyle

#3 – Colorful Spring Home Tour

Spring is my second favorite season and I used color to bring life to my spring home. There are tons of creative decorating ideas to get you in the mood for spring.

Colorful spring home tour - love the DIY egg garland, original chalk art and other creative touches kellyelko.com #spring #springdecor #springdecorating #springmantel #chalkart #chalkboard #vintagedecor #vintagemantel #manteldecor #springcrafts #diyideas #eastercrafts #easterdecor #kellyelko

#2 – My Vintage Home Tour

I’m constantly updating my home tour and it’s always a crowd pleaser! I’ve shared my kitchen, living room, dining room, family room, sunroom, foyer, mudroom, and patio and things are always changing and being updated so be sure to pop by often for updates.

White kitchen with stunning red stove and marble herringbone backsplash kellyelko.com #whitekitchen #redstove #backsplash #farmhousekitchen #cottagekitchen #classickitchen #whitecabinets #kitchendecor #kitchenreno #kellyelko

#1 – My Christmas Home Tour

Surprise, surprise! My Christmas home tour tops Santa’s nice list and I have to say it’s my favorite Christmas tour ever.

Whimsical Christmas Home Tour filled with tons of creative decorating ideas kellyelko.com #christmas #christmasdecor #christmasmantel #christmastrees #vintagechristmas #farmhousechristmas #christmasstockings #vintagedecor #kellyelko

What a year! Even with slacking because of a back injury and two surgeries this summer, I’m amazed I was able to get anything accomplished!

I’m excited to share some fun projects in 2020 and I hope you all have a great year ahead of you.

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  1. Alan Meyer

    January 7, 2020 at 11:09 am

    Yes ! Your Christmas Home Tour. #1.
    I haven’t decorated for a number of years but was so inspired by your home that I decorated this year front door to back, floor to ceiling. I didn’t know I had so much holiday “stuff.” Outside looked pretty good too.
    Thank you. Happy New Year.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      January 7, 2020 at 12:30 pm

      That’s great Alan! Glad I could be an inspiration! Happy New Year to you!

      Reply
  2. Marlene Stephenson

    January 7, 2020 at 11:21 am

    I love your home and love to tour it and it is no surprise that other people do too. I want a peony bush just can’t seem to remember, i have OLD and it’s hard to get everything done in the spring and fall i want,haha!! You have a good day and take care of yourself.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      January 7, 2020 at 12:30 pm

      LOL I hear you Marlene! Peonies are worth it though!

      Reply
  3. Lisa K.

    January 7, 2020 at 1:19 pm

    I truly love everything you do but some of my favorites were the deer you put in the metal houses and the egg Garland you made. I admire your creativity!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      January 8, 2020 at 9:30 am

      Thank you Lisa! Those deer are my favorites too!

      Reply

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