The Best of 2012

As the year draws to a close, it's time to take a look at our:

Reader's Choice of the 
20 most wildly popular 
original projects of 2012 here at 
I Gotta Create!

*.
You can see the Ultimate, hands-down #1 reader's pick for 2012 and all time *here*


1.

A giant surge the day after Christmas results in what is now the number one post for 2012:

Valentine Heart Cone Tree Tutorial

2.
Throughout the year prior to Christmas, here's your number one run-away-favorite post...

Wildly Original Link Party #32

It's time to party with 
The Wildly Original Crowd 

here at I Gotta Create!  

Welcome!
Are you ready for the New Year?
It's just around the corner!

What are you working on this week? Show us what you're up to and inspire us!

And Peace on Earth

Thank you

for
following, subscribing,

your visits, comments, sharing,

and kindness... 
and for being

part of the

creative journey

here at

I Gotta Create!

Peace to you and yours.

       

Wrapping Up December

It's Christmas Eve and time to wrap up December here at I Gotta Create!

You might say the December theme is Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow...

I show you how to make vintage photo snow globes. You'll want to make sure you check out the fancy finishes!

Adorable DiY snowmen jar candles start with a plain small jar candle from the dollar store!

A sequined snowball ornament combines the crystalline sparkle of flakes the softness of a new blanket of snow.

We also bejeweled yarn ornaments for a special twist.

We paused a moment for the children and adults of Newtown.  

May the call for peace on Earth be spoken, heard and heeded by every heart.

That is my Christmas wish.

Check out The Best of 2012!

Share your creations at 

the Wildly Original party now! 

{I host a linky party every Wednesday. More info *HERE.*  I'm sharing Wrapping up December with these fine folks, whose links open on ~ Sunday:  Sew Darned Crafty, Shaken Together, It's Party Time, Twigg Studios, I Should Be Mopping The Floor, Making Monday Marvelous, Brassy Apple, Craftomaniac, Alderberry Hill, Sew Can Do, Under the Table & Dreaming, Making the World Cuter ; Monday: Skip to my Lou, Whats In the Gunny Sack, Cowgirl Up!, Rustic Pig, Cherished Bliss, Sugar Bee Crafts, Tip Junkie's Tip Me Tuesday, Salt Tree; Tuesday: The Winthrop Chronicles, Not Just a Housewife, Carolyn's Homework, Elizabeth & Co., Lil' Luna, The DIY Dreamer,  Savvy Southern Style, What we Wore & Made, Uncommon, Gingersnap Crafts, The NY Melrose Family, Today's Creative Blog, Sew Much Ado; Wednesday: I Gotta Create!, Stone Gable, Southern Lovely, Creations by Kara, All Star Block Party, The 36th Avenue, Live-Laugh-Rowe, Handy Man Crafty Woman, The Shabby Creek Cottage, Blissful Whites, The Trendy Treehouse ; Thursday: At the Picket Fence, 540 Main, Craftionary, My Repurposed Life, Frugal Girls, Shabby Nest,  Romantic Home, French County Cottage, Stuff & Nonsense ; Friday: Serenity Now, A night Owl, Funky Junk Interiors, Happy Hour, Anything Goes, Finding Fabulous, My Simple Home Life, Tatertots & Jello, cheerios & lattes, Five Days Five Ways, Shabby Art Boutique, Thirty Handmade Days, One Creative Mommy, Sweet Boutique ; Saturday: Be Different Act Normal, A Bouquet of Talent, Tutus & Tea Parties, Six Sisters Stuff, Sew Country Chick, DIY Showoff, Positively Splendid , Nifty Thrifty Things, Young & Crafty, Polkadot Pretties, Or So She Says, Bowdabra, Flamingo Toes}

Santa Stop {here} Sign

Lest there be any confusion or anxiety about how The Jolly Guy will find your house, here's a sign sure to grab Santa's attention. 

The interesting shape...

Sequined Snowball Ornament

It snowed! It snowed! 

Let's celebrate by creating a quick and easy

Sequined Snowball Ornament.

Wildly Original Link Party #31

It's time to party again with 
The Wildly Original Crowd 

here at I Gotta Create!  

Welcome!
First, I want to wish everyone very Happy Holidays. 
I appreciate each and every visit, comment, sharing of your talent, and what I learn from you. 

10 Clever & Colorful Christmas Projects

WOW! You'll love the color and creativity of these 10 Holiday projects:

Pottery Barn-inspired Car Ornaments by Renew, Create, Restore

No Words

Sometimes there are 

no words

wise enough

comforting enough

compassionate enough

to meet the needs

of moments

like

this.

That's when

we

reach

for

one

another.

Twig Tree Tags

This twiggy tannenbaum could not be any cuter! Make your yard work pay off for the holidays in the most beautiful way. 

You can

Wildly Original Link Party #30

It's time to party again with 
The Wildly Original Crowd 

here at I Gotta Create!  

Welcome!
First, I want to thank our 13 featured bloggers for including a link back to I Gotta Create! in their posts. 
Hosting takes time and resources. I want you to know I appreciate your returned kindness. 

You're gonna LOVE their 
Ornaments, Wreaths & Decor Ideas
so link up and check them out!

What are you working on this week? Show us what you're up to and inspire us!

Twelve Amazing Ornaments, Wreaths & Decor

Well, ok it's a baker's dozen ideas for your tree trimming, count-downs, stockings, mantles, doors and more. Get a load of these fantastic creations:

This DiY Snowman Wreath by Sweet Little Bluebird is Fantastic!

Snowman Jar Candle Tutorial

Warm Frosty up this winter!

These little dollar store jar candles get a facelift to make perfect stocking stuffers

and festive winter party decor.

Here's how to make Frosty Snowmen

from dollar store candles...

Frosty Little Snowman Jar Candles

 Today I'm sharing a sneak peek at the cutest little DiY snowman jar candles!

They'd make perfect stocking stuffers,
office gifts,

or festive winter party decor....

Red Sled Gift Tags from Popsicle Sticks

Delightful little red sleds are perfect either as ornaments or gift tags on holiday packages! Kids would have fun making these, too...

Upcycled Sweater-on-Sweater Pillow

You can upcycle two contrasting sweaters to make a beautiful snowy stag pillow like this. 

Wildly Original Link Party #29

It's time to party again with 
The Wildly Original Crowd 

here at I Gotta Create!  

Welcome!
First, I want to thank our 10 featured bloggers for including a link back to I Gotta Create! in their posts. 
Hosting takes time and resources. I want you to know I appreciate your returned kindness. 

You're gonna LOVE their 
10 Creative Holiday Decor Ideas
so link up and check them out!

What are you working on this week? Show us what you're up to and inspire us!

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10 Creative Holiday Decor Ideas

For a little different twist on Holiday decorating, check out these ten fantastic ideas!

Jeweled Yarn Ornaments

Yarn-wrapped ornaments bring a homey warmth to the Holidays.

You can make them more even more interesting when you "bejewel" them! Let's see how...

Fantastically Beautiful Snow Globes

Make a gorgeous snow globe that is different from the rest! Create a winter wonderland scene that will enchant you all season long.

Let's look at all the elements that take this snow globe up a notch....