Welcome, friends! I am absolutely thrilled to kick off the very first “Before” Linky Party, part of an exciting new series I will be hosting twice a month—on the first and last Fridays of each month! This new series is all about setting goals, tackling projects, and sharing our progress as we work to transform spaces, crafts, or even ourselves throughout the year.
How the “Before & After” Linky Party Works:
- The first Friday of the month is all about sharing what you plan to work on! Whether it’s a major home improvement project, a small craft you’ve been meaning to try, an organizing challenge, or even a personal goal—this is your space to declare it and get started.
- The last Friday of the month is when you get to show off what you’ve accomplished! If you don’t finish in time, no worries—you can share your progress this month and link up again when you complete it in the next month’s “After” Party!
- Any and all Before & After transformations are welcome! Home decor, DIY projects, craft endeavors, organizational overhauls, weight loss journeys—anything that involves a transformation can be shared here.
- Most importantly, let’s support and inspire each other as we work toward our 2012 goals!
My January “Before” Project: Closet Catastrophe!
Are you ready to see what I want to tackle this month? I have so many projects in mind for 2012, but before I can start something new, I need to finish what I started in 2011!
The Problem: A Closet in Chaos!
Let’s be honest—this is not a pretty sight! While I did try to spruce things up last year by adding some beautiful Anthropologie knobs to these closet doors during Hannah’s bedroom makeover, a wild game of hide-and-seek (courtesy of my very energetic kids) led to the doors being permanently knocked off their runners. Yep, that’s right—completely broken! My kids have a talent for this kind of thing.
And the inside? Brace yourself… it’s a total disaster zone! There is absolutely no organization happening in here whatsoever.
(You may want to avert your eyes at this point…)
I promise—I did not stage this closet to look this bad. It truly is this chaotic!
But here’s the good news: this closet has great bones! The previous homeowners installed shelving in all the bedroom closets, which gives me a solid foundation to work with. I just need to bring some order, style, and a bit of glam to this space to transform it into something functional and beautiful.
And what better time to do it than January, the perfect month for fresh starts and getting organized?
The Vision: From Disaster to Dream Closet!
I want to turn this catastrophe into a dreamy, organized, and stylish closet fit for my 11-year-old daughter. Something fun, functional, and—dare I say it?—a closet that even I might be a little jealous of when it’s all said and done!
I’m picturing something along these lines:
(Insert Pinterest-worthy inspiration photo here!)
Clean, organized, and totally glamified! (Yes, I just made up that word, and I’m rolling with it!) With some cute bins, baskets, labels, and a fresh coat of paint, I think this closet can go from chaos to chic in no time.
What About You? What Are You Tackling This Month?
Now it’s your turn! What projects, transformations, or personal goals are you kicking off this month? Whether it’s a home improvement project, an organizing challenge, or something entirely different, I’d love to hear about it.
Be sure to join the fun and link up your “Before” post today! Then, come back on Friday, January 27th to share your big “After” reveal!
How to Join the Before & After Linky Party:
- Add the Before & After button (or a link to Shine Your Light) to your blog post so others can find the party and join in!
- Link up your “Before” post using the Linky tool below OR send me your Before & After photos by Monday, January 23rd, and I’ll feature them in the After Party!
- Visit some links and show some love! One of the best parts of a blog party is engaging with others, leaving comments, and finding new inspiration.
Need Inspiration? Here Are Some Ideas for Your “Before” Projects:
- Decluttering & Organizing: A messy closet, an overflowing junk drawer, a cluttered garage—now’s the time to tackle it!
- DIY & Home Improvement: A piece of furniture that needs refinishing, a room that needs painting, a new decor project you want to try.
- Crafts & Creative Projects: A handmade wreath, a new sewing project, a painting or wall art you’ve been meaning to create.
- Health & Wellness Goals: Weight loss, fitness challenges, meal prepping—document your journey and share your progress!
- Personal Development: Starting a journal, learning a new skill, setting a reading goal—anything goes!
Whatever it is, big or small, this is your space to get motivated and make it happen!
Let’s Get Started!
I can’t wait to see what you’re working on and cheer you on along the way.
Click below to link up your Before project, and don’t forget to check back on January 27th to share your After transformation!
Happy New Year, happy goal-setting, and let’s make January a month of progress and inspiration!
See you back here for the January AFTER Linky Party on the 27th!
