What a year it has been!
I started this little blog barely over a year ago for my 40th birthday.
The learning curve has been steep and the adventure joy filled. As I look back over the year and think about all the small victories and moments of frustration, I know for sure I wouldn’t do it any different. I’ve learned about myself, my friends, my style and my calling. I sincerely hope you all have enjoyed what this little place on the web has brought to the table.
I plan on spending time in the new year reevaluating my mission, my goals and what this space looks like. I’d love your input.
In case you are new to Hunt & Host, or missed a bit, here are the top ten posts of 2015, based on reader views. You will also find a link up below to some of my FAVORITE bloggers and their top ten lists. It’s a great way to view all the best posts in one spot! So grab a cup of coffee, settle in and enjoy a year in review!
- Unexpected Friend: French Country Home Tour
- Home Tour – my home and the various rooms
- A Secret Treasure Trove
- Free Vase Fall Tablescape
- Before & After: House to Home
- Women and Their Gift: Wrap Up
- Roundtop/Warrenton: Before & After
- Christmas Tablescape
- Necktie Fall Wreath
- Power in Numbers
Domestically Speaking | Cupcakes and Crinoline |Our Southern Home
My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia | Yesterday on Tuesday | Mad in Crafts
Petticoat Junktion | Roots North and South | DIY180
Inspiration for Moms | Restoration Redoux | Create & Babble
2 Bees in a Pod | Garden Matter | Artsy Chicks Rule
Cottage at the Crossroads | Confessions of a Serial Do-it-Yourselfer | Sweet Pea
Wildwood Vale says
I sure am thankful you started this blog and that God chose our paths to cross this year! Cheers to 2016 and all that it will bring!!
Kim at Hunt and Host says
I am so thankful for you sweet friend – it was a highlight to meet you and all our lovely friends this summer!!!!
Stacey says
Kim, so glad you started your blog. You have a beautiful home and the way you share your heart is really special. Who knows how many people you will touch? 🙂
Thanks for being part of the Christmas blog hop. Looking forward to more opportunities to work together.
Happy New Year!
Kim at Hunt and Host says
It’s been such a joy to meet you and blog with you my fellow Texas friend!!!
Vicki and Jennifer 2 Bees in a Pod says
Wow Kim – you had a fantastic year! May 2016 be your best yet! So happy to share this tour with you. Cheers to a Happy New Year!
Kim at Hunt and Host says
Thanks Ladies – you had a great year too! Looking forward to your posts in 2016!
BPS says
I love seeing this year in review. You are amazing and have accomplished so much. You have touched so many people and brought light into many lives. I love to read your thoughts!!! Xoxo
Kim at Hunt and Host says
Thanks sweet friend I appreciate your kind words, always
paulasweetpea says
You had a great year of blogging. I’m glad the blog world allowed our paths to cross and I look forward to seeing what you share in 2016.
Kim at Hunt and Host says
I have enjoyed being in “hops” with you this year! So glad we met 🙂
Vanessa Lund says
These are fabulous projects. I love the tour, well I love them all. So inspirational. Happy New Year’s
Kim at Hunt and Host says
Thanks Vanessa I am so glad you enjoyed the tour!
pestep81 says
Love your sense of style. That necktie wreath is fabulous. Now I know what I can make with some of my Dad’s neckties. He had a ton and passed a few years ago and we held on to some.
Kim at Hunt and Host says
Thanks so much – an easy project and perfect for those family heirlooms 😉
christykjames says
What a great first year you’ve had, and I’m sure there are many many more to come! I still love that necktie wreath and the acorn pillow! Happy New Year!! XO
Kim at Hunt and Host says
Thanks Christy – I know you had some amazing projects in 2015 too! Can’t wait to see what 2016 brings!
SheilaG@Plum Doodles says
Looks like you’ve had an awesome first year. I look forward to seeing and hearing more this year. I, too, am reevaluating what God is directing for my blog. Let’s pray for each other? <3
Kim at Hunt and Host says
I would be honored to pray for you! Looking forward to what He reveals this year Sheila!
Meegan says
Kim, I love your taste and style. They reflect your personalty and passion. I am glad to visit your blog and be inspired.
Happy New Year!
Kim at Hunt and Host says
Thanks Meegan – so nice to share this blogging space with you friend!
shelley says
Can’t believe I haven’t found your blog before! It’s so amazing! I’m a newbie too and your photography is so inspiring… Hope you have a fabulous 2016!
Kim at Hunt and Host says
So glad to have found each other! I have really enjoyed the photography aspect of blogging…so much to learn still!
jessica says
That dreamcatcher style wreath is so inventive!
Kim at Hunt and Host says
I appreciate that Jessica – thanks!
CupcakesAndCrinoline (@5cupcakes) says
You are so creative! What a wonderful year you’ve had and here’s to 2016 being filled with joy and blessings. hugs, mb
Kim at Hunt and Host says
Thank you – looking forward to all you come up with in the new year!!!
Domestically Speaking says
What great projects! Happy New Year!
Kim at Hunt and Host says
Thanks MaryAnn, Happy New Year to you as well!
kristinsalazar597020196 says
Love all your projects and your home is gorgeous, so glad I found you! Happy New year, pinned
Kim at Hunt and Host says
Super big thanks – I am so glad you are here!!!
Angela Hall says
Love the photos. So creative and pulled together. Can you tell me where you got the metal brackets for the kitchen shelves? Love the look. You have so many great ideas.
Kim at Hunt and Host says
Thanks Angela, this particular kitchen is my good friend’s…the shelves are from Restoration Hardware! Hope that helps!