As another year comes to a close I always enjoy spending December 31st doing A Year In Review. One of the things included in that review is browsing through all of the projects I've shared here on the blog and then going through my stats to see which were the 10 Most Popular Posts of 2017.

But first, before I break down the list, I would like to thank each and every one of you who take time out of your busy day to pop over for a visit here in my corner of the blogosphere. I truly appreciate your support and always enjoy reading your comments and emails that I find in my inbox. Thank You and may 2018 be a healthy, creative, inspiring, and memorable year!

10 Most Popular Posts of 2017

The countdown begins starting with number 10. Press the links below each photo to be taken to the original post.

Number 10:

I have to say this was a project that had me step outside of my comfort zone because I've never made wind chimes before. In the post, I share a short video of how lovely the silverware sounds when clanging together.

Number 9:

This is a, If they come you will build it, story. During the course of a year, three identical tiered tables landed on my doorstep from different sources without my asking. Actually, there were four but I repurposed three of them into this...

Number 8:

This one surprised me that it made the list but I suspect it did because of the original condition of the burled veneer top and the transformation in a pretty light blue. The picture hanging above it has a lot of sentimental value, especially now.

Number 7:

Someone had started a makeover on this vintage wooden student desk using red lacquer paint. My plan was to give it a masculine makeover and then this happened...

Number 6:

Nope, that isn't a papered back nor a stencil. Crisp white paint and playing with bright colors made such an impact on this MCM laminate bookcase that had seen better days.

Number 5:

This was an office bookcase from circa 1957 that a friend gave me when her company changed locations. It totally lacked personality, albeit wood lovers may disagree.

Number 4:

I must admit I am rather surprised that these nesting tables made the list and especially at how high on the list they came. Don't get me wrong, I love how the tables turned out, especially the color but this was one of the easiest makeovers of the year and I did it while sick with a lung infection.

Number 3:

This was the most sentimental makeover of the year, especially now after losing Mom in November. Painting it white completely transformed the dated finish but the Wow factor is on the inside after playing with napkins.

Number 2:

When finishing this makeover I was concerned how well it would be received because I used one of those you either love it or hate it kind of paint techniques. I acquired the washstand from a friend and it has an interesting history.


Drum roll, please...

Number 1: Most Popular Post of 2017

I did a happy dance when I found this retro-inspired fabric at our local Fabricland store. It was perfect for these Danish office chairs from the '60s. There is a serendipitous story behind these chairs too.


I decided to include a bonus post because this was MY favorite furniture makeover of the year that didn't make the list.

My Favorite Post of 2017

When Mr. Frugalista brought home a dilapidated cabinet with no legs I thought what the heck am I suppose to do with this? You truly have to see the before picture to appreciate the Wow factor of the transformation.


I hope you enjoyed this collection of the 10 Most Popular Posts of 2017 here at The Interior Frugalista. My biggest hope is that you were inspired, motivated, or learned a new tip or two on how to RElove thrift store items and old furniture back into your home...on a budget.