What a year 2015 was. I’m most amazed by all that was accomplished in between a major sinus surgery and studying for my general contractor exam. I began taking review classes for the exam in February and here I am on the day of the exam. If you’re the praying type, I’ll take any prayers you have. If you’re the good luck type, I’ll take those wishes too! I’m a bit stressed to say the least. I took a practice exam earlier this week and failed. But, I’ve spent some time focusing on the sections that I didn’t do so well on. By 2:30pm EST today I’ll know whether or not I’ve passed the NC Residential General Contractor Exam. Be sure to follow me on Facebook and Instagram so you can get the news first. (Update: Time to update my resume, I passed!)

While you’re waiting, we’re going to take a quick drive down Pretty Handy Memory Lane to see the top posts of 2015.

Family Organization Center Door

Rustic Pallet Serving Tray

How to Paint a Giant Mandala Deck Tattoo

H ow to Build a Table

Lowe’s Spring Makeover Reveal

12 Tips to Create a Perfect Gallery Wall

Plenty O’ Storage from One Board

Paint Week:

How to Pick the Perfect Paint Colors
How to Pick the Paint Sheens and Paint Types
Prepping to Paint Your Room Like a Pro
How to Paint Your Room Like a Pro
Top 15 Must Have Paint Tools

Tote Week:
How to Sew a Custom Canvas Tote
Dress Up a Plain Tote with Piping
Reusable Tote Bag Sewing Tutorial
Customizing a Tote Bag with Old Shirt
21 Ways to Make and Decorate a Tote Bag

Rockstar DIY Series

11 Ways to Keep Your Home Warmer this Winter

Wow! That’s a year full of DIY! What did you DIY in 2015? If you have a project you want to share, be sure to link it up to the new DIY Like a Boss Link Party where you could be featured on 5 DIY Blogs and HomeTalk! I’ll be scouring the party for a new Pretty Handy Contributor this year.

Happy New Year!