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    Home » Gardening

    Garden Matter - Top 10 Posts of 2015

    by Patti Estep · Dec 31, 2015

    It's New Year's Eve!

    Where did the time go? It's been a great year. I have so enjoyed sharing my projects, recipes and garden tips with all of you.  As we prepare to ring in 2016 I'm sharing highlights of the most popular posts this year.

    Top 10 Posts of 2015

    2015 Top 10 Blog Posts collage - gardenmatter.com

     You know when you go on a house tour, you start getting excited by all the great ideas, and you can't wait to use some in your own home. This top ten list will be the perfect boost, full of the best ideas to start the new year.

    Top-Ten-Posts-of-2015-Blog-Hop ~ gardenmatter.com

    #1 Chicken and Black Bean Tortilla Casserole - This is an easy recipe that can easily be adapted to many different tastes.

    Chicken & Black Bean Casserole ~ Top 10 posts of 2015 ~ gardenmatter.com

    #2  Dried Orange Garland - I made this for my fall mantel, however this can also be made into a wonderful kitchen wreath by using a wire instead of the jute.

    Dried Orange Garland ~ Top 10 posts of 2015 ~ gardenmatter.com

    #3 Dry Oil Body Spray - Great for summer and winter.

    Dry Oil Spray ~ Top 10 posts of 2015 ~ gardenmatter.com

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    #4  DIY Roman Shades from Mini blinds - Still holding up great in my office.

    DIY Roman Shade from Miniblind ~ Top 10 posts of 2015 ~ gardenmatter.com

    #5 - Flower Pot Centerpiece - Inexpensive enough to make for a large gathering, or just one for your patio.

    Flower Pot Centerpiece ~ Top 10 posts of 2015 ~ gardenmatter.com

    #6  Gardener's Hand Soap - My Mother's Day gift last year.

    DIY Gardener's Hand Soap ~ Top 10 posts of 2015 ~ gardenmatter.com

    #7 English vs French Lavender - What's the difference, and how to grow.

    English vs French Lavender ~ Top 10 posts of 2015 ~ gardenmatter.com

    #8 Shade Perennials - A nice selection you made not have heard of that grow great in my garden.

    7 Shade Perennials ~ Top 10 posts of 2015 ~ gardenmatter.com

    #9 Spiced Mug Mats - Scented coasters made from square fabric and filled with spices. Super simple to make.

    Scented Mug Mats ~ Top 10 posts of 2015 ~ gardenmatter.com

    #10 5 Herbs to Know & Grow - Another sample of off-the-beaten-path herbs to grow in your garden.

    5 herbs to know & grow ~ Top 10 posts of 2015 ~ gardenmatter.com

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    About Patti Estep

    Patti is the creator of Hearth and Vine, a home and garden blog filled with projects to inspire your creative side. She loves crafting, gardening, decorating and entertaining at her home in Pennsylvania. When she is not working on a project at home or searching for treasures at nurseries and thrift stores with her girlfriends, you’ll probably find her with family and friends, at a restaurant, or home party enjoying new and different food adventures.

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    Comments

    1. Kim

      January 06, 2016 at 10:05 pm

      That garland! so many beautiful and informative goodness here! What a beautiful year!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        January 07, 2016 at 6:25 am

        Thanks Kim!

        Reply
    2. Maryann @ Domestically Speaking

      January 05, 2016 at 5:16 pm

      I want to try your dried orange garland - that gorgeous!

      Reply
    3. kristin

      January 04, 2016 at 11:46 pm

      love all your projects, i can't pick a favorite because they are all so amazing!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        January 05, 2016 at 6:42 am

        Thanks Kristin!!

        Reply
    4. Mary Beth|Cupcakes and Crinoline

      January 04, 2016 at 5:44 pm

      So many lovely projects, Patti! It was so nice to party with you. Have a very happy 2016! mb

      Reply
    5. Nancy @ Artsy Chicks Rule

      January 04, 2016 at 3:33 pm

      What wonderful and inspiring projects!!
      Happy New Year!!!
      xo
      Nancy

      Reply
      • Patti

        January 04, 2016 at 4:08 pm

        Thanks Nancy!
        Back at ya!
        Happy New Year!
        Patti

        Reply
    6. Jane @ Cottage at the Crossroads

      January 02, 2016 at 8:48 pm

      Patti, you have so many amazing projects but I'm going to hop on over to see how you made that dried orange wreath. My kitchen is so bare right now! Looking forward to seeing much more of your garden in 2016!
      ~Jane

      Reply
      • Patti

        January 03, 2016 at 8:09 am

        Hi Jane,

        Thank you for your kind words. The dried orange project is actually a garland made with twine which you have probably noticed by now but I wanted to mention that I think it would totally work as a wreath if you had a nice thick wire and didn't try to make it too large. Cheers to a great 2016!

        Reply
    7. Jessica

      January 02, 2016 at 10:34 am

      The dried orange garland is gorgeous, and I bet it smells terrific!

      Reply
      • Patti

        January 02, 2016 at 10:47 am

        Thanks Jessica. They actually don't smell that strong after weeks of hanging but still look pretty.

        Reply
    8. Meegan

      January 01, 2016 at 9:52 pm

      I truly wish I could garden like you do. AND your orange garland is simply lovely. You are so talented Patti. Thanks for sharing and a VERY Happy New Year to you.
      xoxo

      Reply
      • Patti

        January 02, 2016 at 9:00 am

        Thanks Meeegan for your lovely and kind words. Happy New Year! I think it's going to be a great one!

        Reply
    9. Shelley

      January 01, 2016 at 7:52 pm

      Patti- I just love your blog! You are a garden gal like me. Finally dawned on me to subscribe! Not sure why I haven't signed up to follow you sooner. Maybe we need to join forces with a few other garden lovers to do some winter garden tours to tide us over until we can get out and dig in our yards again? Have a healthy and happy new year!

      Reply
    10. Kirby Carespodi

      January 01, 2016 at 7:37 pm

      I'm embarrassed to say I don't know your blog, but I am a new subscriber! Love to get gardening tips.

      Reply
      • Patti

        January 02, 2016 at 8:59 am

        Thanks. So glad we found each other!

        Reply
    11. SheilaG- Plum Doodles

      December 31, 2015 at 8:23 pm

      I love all the gardening posts. Our yard is a blank slate- right now, a muddy blank slate. I need all the help I can get.

      Reply
      • Patti

        January 01, 2016 at 9:28 am

        Thanks Sheila. It's the new year and all things are possible!

        Reply
    12. Paula@SweetPea

      December 31, 2015 at 4:04 pm

      You've had a great year. I've already pinned your hand soap recipe to make this spring and I'll probably make your chicken and black bean casserole this weekend. I look forward to seeing what you share in 2016!

      Reply
      • Patti

        December 31, 2015 at 4:07 pm

        Thanks Paula! Happy New Year!

        Reply
    13. Christy @Confessions of a Serial Do-it-Yourselfer

      December 31, 2015 at 3:56 pm

      I think I could sift through your blog all day! There are so many inspiring projects here ...now you have me anxious for Spring so I can get outside...I know one thing I'll be adding to my outdoor décor this year is your flower pot centerpiece! Happy New Year! XO

      Reply
      • Patti

        December 31, 2015 at 4:08 pm

        Thanks for those very kind words Christy! Happy New Year to you as well!

        Reply
    14. Vanessa

      December 31, 2015 at 11:03 am

      These are so inspirational projects. I love the herb garden, you gave me some great ideas. Wishing you a Happy New Year

      Reply
      • Patti

        December 31, 2015 at 11:16 am

        Thanks Vanessa! Happy New Year!

        Reply

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