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A Big Day

Today is a big day for me and my blog, but before I tell you why, I want to share what some of my blog friends are up to and how you can get involved in the fun. 

There is an upcoming party event that will be taking place next month.  It is a Gorilla Glue Party event that is running in addition to their regular parties and will run Sept 9th through Sept 30th over at the The DIY Club. 

(I actually just used some Gorilla Glue today to turn vintage clip-on earrings into clip magnets.) 

If you have not visited the DIY Club, you are missing out on great inspiration and a chance to win some killer prizes. The giveaway for August was worth over $500! 

The theme of the upcoming GORILLA GLUE party is:

Something OLD
Something NEW
Grab the CREW (Yeah, get the family involved)
And the GORILLA GLUE

Head over to visit the blogs of the DIY Club girls and you can enter to win a Gorilla Glue gift box, which is full of products, and get additional details on this event.

Tatertots and Jello
Under the Table and Dreaming
It’s So Very Cheri
The DIY Show Off
504 Main
Whisper Wood Cottage

The DIY Club and this event is such a great example of why I love blogging.  It doesn’t matter what religion, race, age, political association, language, or background…we all love decorating and can come together on that common ground to inspire, support, and enjoy each other.  We’re pretty awesome. 

This transitions nicely into why today is a big day for me.  It is the one year anniversary of my blog.  I started out with three followers and no clue, but I was addicted from day one.  I had to be instructed on link party etiquette, brush up on my HTML, and learn the ways of the blog world, but I caught on pretty quickly.  My three followers grew to 2276, with over 4500 subscribers through Feedburner, over 3500 through Google Reader, and over 774,500 hits.  I also became a part of the BlogHer publishing network and have turned this little blog into a vital part of my business. 

Thanks so much to all of my followers, subscribers, and the readers who drop by on occasion, for making my blog what it is today.  I hope you have been inspired and instructed during your visits and have gained as much from me as I have all of your comments and e-mails.  It’s such a compliment that so many people are interested in my crazy ideas and thrifty style.

By coincidence, another big event is happening today.  My guest bedroom is being featured on The Lettered Cottage, which, if you weren’t aware, is one of the biggest blogs out there.  Layla put the call out for “before and after” pictures, so I submitted my guest room and she asked to feature it.  Duh!  Yes, please.  I love this room, so it’s a real honor to have it featured by a blog (and designer) I like so much.  They are also having a guest bedroom link party with this post, so make sure to visit!  Thanks, Layla and Kevin!

So, what’s next?  Well, there are a lot of changes going on behind the scenes in my one-woman-show-of-a-business and there are some pretty exciting things on the horizon.  I’ll be blogging all about it over the next few weeks and months.  I hope you’ll join me in this journey. 

Here’s to another amazing year in the wonderful world of blogging!

Miss Mustard Seed

…and just to add some sprinkles to the cupcake of my day, I just found out that my feed sack bench was also mentioned on Centsational Girl. 

Marian Parsons 

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56 Responses

  7. Miss Mustard, has it only been one year? WOW you're my hero, I got to get the ball rolling. I'm so inspired by you in case you didn't know. Congratulations to you. Keep up the great work….and I'm looking for Martha to give you a call too 🙂 I know sees looking

  8. Miss Mustard, has it only been one year? WOW you're my hero, I got to get the ball rolling. I'm so inspired by you in case you didn't know. Congratulations to you. Keep up the great work….and I'm looking for Martha to give you a call too 🙂 I know sees looking

  17. WOW, is all I can say about your blog. [if I could make the letters bigger, I would :)]
    I loved the guest bedroom, and great minds think alike. I have plaster ceilings that were all cracked in my DR, so I used the same product to cover them! So easy and much cheaper than wood.
    You have really rocked your blog in a year girl.
    I will now be following for more good ideas….Sherry

  19. Happy Anniversary and big time congrats on your new adventures.
    I'll be checking you out on The Lettered Cottage, what an honor.

    Keep up the good work.

    hugs
    Sissie

  25. Congratulations! I can't believe you've done so well in only 1 year! Well, actually, I CAN believe it as you have such beautiful projects and pictures, and your tutorials are wonderful. Thank you for providing such special inspiration for us all!

  27. Congratulations, Marian! You deserve every bit of the success that you've had in the past year. You are a simply amazing woman and so kind. I can't wait to see what you have on the horizon and you know I'll definitely be along for the ride!

    …and wow! on your Lettered Cottage feature. So happy for you!

    Jami

  29. Congratulations!!!! You have really done well blog wise and business wise. Good going girl! Can't wait to see what this next year will bring!!
    I wait with baited breath.
    Hugs
    SueAnn

  31. Congrats!! You have an AMAZING blog.. I really love your style. I was up till 1:30 last night going through the archives!! I would love to read about 'link etiquette' since I am rather new (and pretty sure I have already made mistakes) ..where does one find this manual??lol

  37. HAPPY 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY TO YOU!!! I'm so glad you're blogging – it's how we met! 🙂

    Congratulations for the feature too ~ your guest bedroom is one of my absolute favorites. All of those vintage details and the wall – amazing! Great job, as usual!

    Have a great anniversary week – celebrate all week long!

    Roeshel

  39. You deserve every accolade you receive, your ideas, tutorials and joie de vivre are magnificent! Enjoy the ride…

    Janet@Housepeepers

  40. What an amazing year it has been for you, Miss Mustard Seed! You work so hard and share so generously with your readers. Your blog is a treasure. I look forward to many more inspiring and encouraging posts!

  41. Happy Anniversary! Your blog is amazing and you have such wonderful ideas and provide such great inspiration. You are one of my favorite bloggers because you are a busy lady with a fabulous and continually growing blog, but you are so polite and always connect with others.

    Enjoy your day!
    Holly

  47. Congratulations on your feature! You've had quite an amazing year. Thank you for all you do to share your tutorials with us. You bless us – and in return, God is blessing you. Hugs!

  50. Happy 1 year Blog Birthday to you!!! I love what you do and thank youso much for sharing. I also want to thank you for being the first to comment on my blog. Here's to all that is to come.

    Always, Teresa

  51. Congratulations! I've loved your blog since I found it a few months ago. When I see there is a new posting, I read it right away. Your ideas are very inspiring and I love your guest bedroom and other updates to your home that you've blogged about.

  54. Oh congratulations, what a wonderful way to celebrate your success! Here's to many more years of Miss Mustard Seed fabulousness! K xx

  55. I am so very happy for you and all of your successes! They are very deserving. You have such a gift! It has been fun to be your friend in blogworld this past year! I am working full time right now and really missing spending time working on my blog. But I am definitely keeping up with your posts! I can't wait to see what the future holds for you.
    Many blessings,
    Traci

  56. I know this post is old and I may have already commented on it BUT I just noticed I have the same big ole white pillows on my bed!! From TJ Max.. yep we were destined to be friends my dear!!

    3 DAYS!!!!!!!!

I’m Marian, a painter, writer, and lover of all things creative. From art and antiques to home projects and everyday life, I share my journey in hopes of inspiring you to embrace your own creativity and make beauty in the spaces you live.

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