A Beautiful Mess—Best of 2016!

Pink Lemonade Jello ShotsHey, friends! I’m here to share our most popular and personal favorite posts of 2016.

On the list of things less shocking than Donald Trump being elected president… jello shots are still crazy popular here on ABM. These pink lemonade jello shots were one of our most popular posts of the year (#10 to be exact) and the most pinned. I predict that after #gummerbaby is born, we’ll get back to a steady routine of jello shot recipes in 2017.

Sister styleOur most loved Sister Style post this year was entitled “Age Appropriate Clothing”. So very appropriate.

The home editThe number one post of the year was from our collab with The Home Edit, see the post here. Their tips really inspired me, and we’re already planning to collaborate on my BABY CLOSET in 2017. Ugh—are we all going to puke from the cuteness? (Yes! Can’t wait!)

Wooden Wardrobe DIYThe most popular DIY of the year was this amazing wooden wardrobe by Rachel. I’m not surprised because it’s cute, affordable and a do-able… THAT, my friends, is the holy trinity of DIY.

Coconut coffee creamerThis year’s top recipe post was a bit of a head-scratcher. I guess you guys REALLY like coffee creamer! (It’s delicious!)

Elsie larsonAnd the news of not ONE but TWO ABM babies coming soon is pretty damn exciting!

(Wooooooooooo!!!!!!)

Frozen Pisco SoursHere are a few of Emma’s personal favorite posts (that she wrote) from this year! Hot Cauliflower Pizza, Frozen Pisco Sours, Chocolate Snowcap Mountain, My New Pineapple Tattoo and a tour of The Golden Girl Rum Club. (Their one year anniversary is next month!)

Palm Springs Kids RoomsAnd here are a few of my favorite posts this year (that I wrote)… Rainbow Accent Wall, How I Recolored My Kitchen Appliances, Faux Cement Tile DIY, Watermelon Margaritas, Easy-to-Care-for Houseplants, Palm Springs Inspired Kiddo Guest Room (augh!), Elsie’s Record Player Setup, Fruit + Tonics and My Renovation Mistakes.

Love you guys! Thank you so much for your support, love and kindness in 2016! And 2017, we welcome you with OPEN arms. xx! Elsie

  • I don’t know why but this post was hilarious and such a good round up of all the amazing things you guys brought to us this year. You provide such a positive, creative, safe space and it is greatly appreciated. Can’t wait to see what next year brings!! Have a good one!

  • Thanks so much for all inspiration, love especially your colorful home interior posts. Happy new year to all of you, wish you the best in 2017, especially those expecting xoxo

  • I know I’m so late with this…. I haven’t been checking ABM as much recently and just saw Elsie’s news! I’m SO EXCITED!!!! I love that you’re adopting and I love that you’re growing your family. I’ve been reading ABM for years now and this is probably the best news I’ve ever gotten from it! Huge congrats and lots of good wishes….. I know you’ll be amazing parents. Happy New Year!

  • I love a great roundup! Bookmarked it for later! Especially because of the home decor and that vest! Thanks for another great year, ladies!! And I’m so looking forward to those little ones arriving 🙂

    xo, Sofia

  • Hah! I thought it was kind of odd that you made a “kid guest room”…sneaky, sneaky….

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