I just realized tonight that I totally missed the 1 year birthday of my business, Mustard Seed Creations! On November 12, 2008, I registered my business with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the United States of America. This is a huge thing and I can’t believe I let it pass without a special dinner or at least a cake. 
This year, I sold my first piece of furniture, had my first client, painted my first mural (for someone else), was a vendor at my first antique fair, and started my first blog. In addition, I found a great partner in business, Denise, who owns the shop that sells my stuff. It was a big year for my business. If you’d like to read more about the start of MSC, you can check out my post on how it all began. In order to celebrate this milestone, I’ll share pictures of some of my favorites creations from my first year. Click here to see my full portfolio.
In addition to all of my firsts this year, I have learned A LOT! I have learned new techniques, ways to expedite my process, what to buy (& not buy), and what style direction I really want to go. It was a very exciting first year and I know the best still lies ahead.
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Your incredible work and biz sense is also a massive part of your success. Kudos! The first time I spotted you with under 75 followers, I knew you were a winner.
Donna
What a full year! Happy Birthday, Miss Mustard Seed!
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Julie M.
Congratulations! I cannot wait to see more!
How exciting, happy birthday!! Just from the looks of your blog and all your projects you post, you've got a lot to be proud of.
I checked out you portfolio and WOW you are one talented lady. Happy Birthday and congratulations on all your successes this past year!
Happy Birthday Mustard Seed! What an accomplished first year ~ can't wait to see all the things you create in your second.
Happy Belated Anniversary on your store, your creations are truly remarkable, I love them all and I adore your blog name its truly a wonderful gift to visit you blog today, thank you for sharing your beautiful desings.
Blessings
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Well, Congratulations! Here's to another successful year!
Congratulations and Happy Birthday! I've truly enjoy your blog and have become one of your biggest fans. Looking forward to another creative year following you.
Good for you! You have such talent and an eye for style, it's no wonder your biz has grown so quickly…love coming over here to read about your painting adventures
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Congrats Girl!
It has been a fun year – thanks for letting me share it with you. I have loved watching you do something you enjoy and do well, and in addition can also put your creativity, business and time management skills to use. Jeff – thanks for all the support you have given Marian and also all the time and effort you have put into this business. The two of you make a great team.
Happy Birthday,
Love, Mom
P.S. If you blogger fans only knew how much Marian loves a birthday party – you would be shocked that she forgot
. Most of her childhood was spent planning her next birthday party.
Wow…your furniture pieces are gorgeous! I am in awe of your amazing talent!
Jane
Isn't it something to think how much your life has changed in one short year? I was thinking that myself on Thanksgiving. Blogging alone has changed me in so many ways. Congratulations Marian and Happy Birthday MSC! My business partner's name is Denise too! Ha!
Kim
Happy Birthday! Here's to many more years! Congrats on a terrific first year!
Congrats and Happy Birthday!! You do wonderful work!!
Happy Anniversary! Hope there are many more ahead.
Marian:
Happy Business Birthday and congratulations on your success this past year. Your blog is always a must read for me….so many fabulous projects and wonderful ideas. Continued success!
Jane
You have a lot to be thankful for and a lot to celebrate! Happy Business B-day!
Oh, I love to read how talented women like you got your start! So I'll be clicking over there. I always say, If you're not learning, then you're dead. You're going full-speed ahead and I admire you enthusiasm and fervor.
Brenda
Oh, forgot to add: Go out and celebrate! And I'm adding you to the Cozy Little House blogroll so I can know when you update.
Brenda
Happy Birthday!!!!! You are an extremely talented person, and you are equally as nice. I love all that you do, and I am honored to be your "blog friend"!
May God continue to bless you in the years to come.
Traci
Happy Belated Birthday!!! You have some wonderful pieces. I lvoe the desk with the chalkboard on it…
Happy Birthday (a smidge late)!
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I love your blog!
Sincerely ~ Tricia Anne
Oh happy happy birthday!! One year older and wiser too!! Congrats!!
Happy late birthday!!! Love your painted furniture, you are very talented!!
Well…I'd have to say that we are all blessed too…to have inspiration…like you! smiles.
Happy B-day!
Congratulations! You are immensely talented and I love seeing your creations and reading this wonderful blog! Here's to many more!
I am in awe of your work. I have no artistic ability in me (but I can copy with the best of them
). Your red flowered desk and your chalkboard desk are my absolute favorites. Keep up the creative work!
Happy Birthday! Loved seeing the beautifu furniture you've transformed!
Happy, Happy Birthday! Celebrate a year of excellent hard work! What a great joy it is to "know" you through blogging. Congrats… Dee Dee
Congrats. You have done some beautiful things.
Happy Birthday!
Thank you for sharing your wonderful talents with all of us.
Congrats on much success this past year and the coming year! You are truly talented and enjoy your blog and your work.
Steph
Congrats! I adore your work! Do you use alot of stencils or do you paint freehand (sorry if you've answered this before!)