I can hardly believe it, amazing friends. Eight years! My first post went live eight years ago yesterday, and I still cannot get over it! To celebrate and to say THANK YOU to all of you, my amazing blog family, who have made this dream life possible, I have a fantastic giveaway!!
But first, I thought you may like to hear the story of how I started my blog, so here goes…
In my pre blogging days, I was a registered nurse, a far cry from where I’ve ended up, huh? I decided to stay home when my youngest was born. I figured I would go back to work when he started school. But a couple of years in, I found myself craving a creative outlet. I had done craft markets with my parents for about 15 years and had always painted furniture, painted kitchens, installed hardwood floors (Now in three houses!), laid tile floors, you name it, I was willing to give it a try! I was following a couple of blogs at the time, and I would look forward to each new post, and then one day I thought, I could totally do that! And so I did. Confessions of a Serial DIYer was born. I decided on that name because all my life, I have gone from project to project, doing things myself…a Serial DIYer!
I feel so incredibly blessed that I get to do this for a living, and I could not call this my life if it weren’t for each and every one of you! So THANK YOU!!
I am giving away THREE $100 gift certificates to spend in my Etsy Shop any way you choose!
That’s right, there will be THREE winners, each winning $100 in credit in my Etsy shop, so you can choose the Dixie Belle products YOU want to try!! (**This giveaway is not sponsored by Dixie Belle in any way. I am providing this giveaway from own pocket.**)
To enter to win, simply fill out the Rafflecopter below. This will allow me to pick the winners randomly after the contest is over. There are two free entries just for visiting and then a few simple follow-me tasks to earn more entries! (Available to U.S. and CANADA!! residents only.)
If you have any trouble accessing the Rafflecopter, you can enter to win HERE also!
You can enter once a day until the giveaway ends next Thursday, November 19th at 12:00 am EST!
Then THREE winners will be chosen randomly and notified via email. They will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner will be chosen. You must be 18 years or older to participate. Void where prohibited. Good luck!! 😀
If you visit my Etsy shop as one of the Rafflecopter tasks and decide to make a purchase while you’re there, don’t forget you get FREE SHIPPING on any order over $50, NO CODE necessary! All orders under $50 still get $8 flat rate shipping!
And now that I am fulfilling all orders myself, most orders ship within one business day!
But don’t go anywhere just yet, there’s more!!
My dear friend, Nancy from Artsy Chicks Rule, is ALSO celebrating eight years of blogging this month!! What a coincidence that we started our blogs within days of one another, in the same niche, and only live about 40 minutes from one another! We connected pretty quickly, but it was at our first blogging conference back in 2014 when we roomed together that we really got to be great friends!
Here we were testing out a comfy mattress at the conference.
And we’ve been blogging besties ever since! If you like what I share around here, you’ll love her too if you don’t already follow her!
She also has a fabulous giveaway for y’all today:
Right?? Head on over to her blog HERE to enter to win!!
Good luck!!
I’ll be back on Tuesday with this thrift store headboard:
Have a great weekend!!
XOXO,
Don’t Miss a Thing!
If you like what you see, there are several ways to follow along!
Mary Kaiser says
Wowza, your awesome!! First of all I am so glad you gave up nursing, your much better at what you do here on this wonderful blog!! You have set a standard here on this blog that earns you the title of #1 blog and you are the QUEEN of DIY!!
Secondly I think it is an amazing prize for 3 lucky people to win, hopefully I will be one of them. Even if I don’t win I will order again from your shop and I LOVE Dixie Belle products! Dixie Belle is so lucky they have you to represent their company. You show how beautiful the products are and share with all of us so we can do the amazing transformations like the QUEEN!!
Congratulations on 8 years and I hope you will have many more ahead of you! I will be here for as long as you do this!!!
Christy says
Thank you thank you thank you, my dear friend! I truly appreciate all of your encouragement and support over the years, and I am so happy to have you along for the ride!! XOXOXO
Sandi Allen says
Congratulations on your Blogivesary
Christy says
Thank you so much, Sandi! XOXO
Christina says
Christy, I did not know the full story of your blog. How completely wonderful! I’m fairly certain you are glad you aren’t a practicing RN during these Covid days.
I love that you and Nancy have such a great friendship. You know I really enjoy her blog as well.
I had forgotten about the years of creating you did with your folks. And you have some mad skills!!
I always enjoy your blog posts and am so proud of you for becoming a distributor for Dixie Belle. Way to go!!
Create on!!!
Christy says
Thank you so much, Christina! Yes, I am very thankful I am not still working as a nurse right now for sure! My hats go off to all that are! I have much to be thankful for, and I appreciate having you on this journey with me, my friend! XOXO
Janice Holt says
I had no idea you were a nurse. Aren’t you thankful you went a different route especially with the Covid. You have done so well and have taught us so much. Of course the best thing is that we get to see all your make-overs which are to me the best out there. Have a great week-end and thanks for the chance to win one of your give-aways.
Christy says
Aww thank you so much, Janice! And yes, I am so thankful to not have to be on the frontlines right now! I am very blessed that I get to do what I do for sure. Wishing you lots of luck on the giveaway!! XOXO
Gloria says
I did 3 on your giveaway I just don’t do Instagram hope that will not take my chance from winning. I have probably been a follower of yours for at least 8 yrs.
Christy says
Thank you for following along with me, Gloria! I will tell you that many of my winners only enter one way, so your chances are still good! Good luck! XOXO
Cheryl Atkinson says
Happy Anniversary !!! I’m so glad I found you 3 years ago. You have defintely made my life better. What a great give away. Crossing my fingers!!
Christy says
I’m so glad you found me too, Cheryl! I feel blessed that I have “met” so many amazing people on this journey! Thank you and best of luck!! XOXO
Daniela says
I do follow you on Instagram, but have no clue what my Instagram URL is. What does that even mean? Yes, I do have an Instagram account, but I never bother to post a thing, just not my style.
Christy says
That’s okay, Daniela! You don’t have to follow every task…each one just gives you more chances to win. Your URL is what is in the field at the top when you land on your instagram page. This is mine: https://www.instagram.com/confessionsofaserialdiyer/ You would just copy your own and paste it in the rafflecopter. Good luck! XOXO
ColleenB.~Tx. says
Congratulations and Happy Anniversary on 8 wonderful years of blogging.
Enjoy reading your blog along with the wonderful inspiration you provide.
Thank You for this wonderful giveaway opportunity
Christy says
Thank you so much, Colleen! I appreciate you following along with me over the years! Good luck on the giveaway! XOXO
Laureen Cuddington says
I enjoy seeing all of the creative and delightful makeovers on your blog and your enthusiasm and positivity are delivered through your words. I look forward to your daily post.
Have you ever redone one of those metal boxes that have an embossed image on them, often a nautical scene? It is a wooden box covered with a layer of metal. I have one that is 16 inches across by 11 inches deep and 11 inches high set on short 1 inche feet. Because the box is not wooden I don’t know how to refurbish and update it. Any ideas appreciated. Thank you.
Christy says
Thank you, Laureen! I am so happy to have you following along! I have not redone a box like you describe, but I did redo a couple of metal pieces that had raised areas on them. You can see what I did with them here: https://www.confessionsofaserialdiyer.com/thrift-store-metal-wall-decor-makeover-a-brand-new-thrift-shop-shakedown-video/ XOXO
Sharon H says
Aww, what a nice and generous way to celebrate your blogiversary! Love perusing your Etsy shop and one of these days I’m going to actually be able to shop there. Lol. Thanks for always sharing how you transform a before item into a wow now piece! I’m looking forward to that headboard. I’m glad you shared your story….I had no idea you’re an RN. So am I, retired now, loving it to be sure but sometimes I miss it. Have a great day!
Christy says
Thank you, Sharon! I do miss nursing as well, especially the camaraderie, but I’m glad to not be on the front lines at the moment as I’m sure you are as well! Have a great day also and good luck on the giveaway! XOXO
Cecilia says
Aw, congratulations. If I had stuck to my blog, this would have been my eighth year too. How awesome you continue to bring fun makeovers each week. You’re one of the few I still follow! Congratulations again and thanks for the chance to win.
Hugs, Cecilia
Christy says
Thank you, Cecilia! If you would have told me I would still be here eight years later, I’m not sure I would have believed it! Thank you for following along with me and good luck on the giveaway!! XOXO
Ann Williams says
Congratulations!! I was a nurse too… We have a booth at the Strasburg Emporium and your ideas inspire me. Thank you so much for all you do! 💕
Christy says
Thank you, Ann! I know you are as glad as I am to not be working those frontlines right now. Blessed are those that do! I wish you a successful holiday season at your booth and good luck on the giveaway!! XOXO
Lisa Huckstorf says
I have been following you for years. I always look forward to your emails !!!
Christy says
Thank you so much, Lisa!! Best of luck on the giveaway! XOXO
Kathy W F says
What a wonderful way to celebrate your success and new friends you’ve met along the journey. Eight years, wow. And I’m a newbie! I enjoy every Tuesday and Thursday when I visit your blog. It’s a time for me and creativeness and I love scrolling through the story to see what you’re going to teach us. So, thank you for doing what you do best; being creative. We benefit so much from what you and friends are so willing to share. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s another thing to be thankful for….our blog family. LOL! Congratulations.
Christy says
Thank you so much, Kathy! I am thrilled you found me! This blog world is a wonderful thing and yes, something to be very thankful for. I love that we can connect over creativity!! Good luck on the giveaway! XOXO
Sheila DelCharco says
Such a generous giveaway! I just ordered some stuff from your Etsy shop (even though I stumbled upon a local vendor) but I bet I could find a few more things to buy if I won! I’ve never used their products but since you endorse them so enthusiastically I can’t wait to give them a try and I’m happy to support you in trying! 🙂
Christy says
Aww thank you so much for your support, Sheila! I appreciate that! I am very passionate about creating and helping others find their own creativity. Dixie Belle is the perfect tool to help me do just that. Their products are fantastic and I can’t wait for you to try them! Best of luck on the giveaway!! XOXO
Gloria Pflager says
I wanted to enter but do not see a “rafflecopter” for this giveaway. I saw the others at the bottom of your post and also the one on Artsy Chicks page — help?
Christy says
I’m so sorry you’re having trouble, Gloria! The Rafflecopter is just after the phrase: Available to residents of the US and Canada and just before this phrase: YOU CAN ENTER ONCE A DAY UNTIL THE GIVEAWAY ENDS NEXT THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH AT 12:00 AM EST! Maybe refresh the page?
Christy says
Hello again! See if you can access the giveaway here: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/a1b7b8e420/?
Rosie says
Congratulations Christy happy for you!
Loved reading about your story and how it all began. Wish you continued success and always looking forward to seeing your projects, speaking of which cannot wait to see what your plans are for the headboard. Have a great weekend!
Christy says
Thank you, Rosie! I’m so glad you enjoy what I share! Good luck on the giveaway!! XOXO
susan says
What a great giveaway to celebrate! I follow you and Nancy and am always so inspired and learn so much from you guys! I’ve really been loving the Dixie Belle paint. I’ve mixed my own paint for years but the coverage from Dixie Belle is so much better. Thanks for the giveaway!
Christy says
Thank you for following along with us, Susan!! Dixie Belle is awesome for sure!! Good luck on the giveaway! XOXO
Terry P says
Congratulations on your 8th Blogiversary! I always look forward to seeing your projects and look forward to many more creative years ahead!!!
Christy says
Thank you, Terry! Good luck on the giveaway! XOXO
Kaycee says
Happy 8 year anniversary Christy! Cheers!! This is an awesome milestone and I am so thankful for all that you share with us! Thank you for the generous giveaway too.
Christy says
Thank you so much, Kaycee! I appreciate all your encouragement over the years, my friend! Good luck on the giveaway!! XOXO
MrsSW says
Thanks for the give-away, Christy.
Sheila
Christy says
My pleasure, Sheila! Good luck!
Roberta Menconi says
I love all your work! You inspired me t help my sister. I painted a table, end table and 2 lamps for her. ORANGE! Her favorite color.
Christy says
Oh I love that, Roberta! Thank you!! XOXO
Deanna says
Congratulations on your 8 year blogiversary! Funny, but yesterday i was on Pinterest looking for spice storage solutions. I saw a post of yours where you built a spice cabinet to hang on the side of a cabinet. There was a picture of your little boy working/playing too. Time flies!!! What a beautiful way your work life has evolved…..from nursing to inspiring! Similar roles. Best wishes!
Christy says
Thanks so much, Deanna! And wow…that is an OLD post ha ha! It’s fun to look back at those oldies sometimes! XOXO
Robyn Wright says
CONGRATULATIONS!! You already know I love everything you do! I hope someday I can make a living doing my crafts as well. Take Care. Oh, And I love Nancy too and I wish you both would do more thrifting videos, whether individually or together. I would be interested in seeing how you choose the pieces that you buy.
Christy says
Aww thank you, my friend! Nancy and I are trying to set a date for another video…hard with social distancing and all, but we’re hoping to give it a try! XOXO
Linda says
Congratulations Christy! You are my absolute favorite DYI’er! Have been following for several years & I love your family as much as your makeovers 💗! Please keep sharing your talent with us👏🥳🤩!!
Christy says
Aww thank you so much, Linda!! I appreciate you following along with me over the years. I definitely couldn’t do this without my amazing blog family!! XOXO
Linda Petersen says
I meant DIY’er…duh!
Christy says
😀 😀
Jackie C says
Christy, you need your own HGTV show named the same as your blog! What makes you stand out from ALL the rest for me (you’re the only blog I am subscribed to) is your phenomenal instructions, links to the products you use AND The fact that you are so connected with your followers. Nothing says we are important to you better than your interaction and responses to
every. single. post. wow
Thanks for the generous giveaway!
Here’s to many more successful years for you!
xoxoxoxo ❤️
Christy says
Aww I love this so much, Jackie, thank you!! I am blessed to be able to do this and I could not do it without you guys, so thank YOU! I plan on being here for many years to come, God willing! XOXOXO
Karolyn Love says
Happy Anniversary to one of my very favorite make-over artists!! I have enjoyed following you for the past year or so and have learned so much! I’m very sure you were an amazing Nurse as we certainly always need them, but I’m so glad you found another niche to be amazing at and can share your talents with all of us!! Thank you!
Christy says
Oh I appreciate that so much, Karolyn! Thank you! Nursing was a very fulfilling job, but boy was it hard work! I am so blessed that I get to do this now. Lots of luck to you on the giveaway, my friend! XOXO
Vicki Bray says
Congrats on your 8 year anniversary! I love watching your Thrift store shopping trips with Nancy! Love your sense of humor which shows in your videos! I have learned so much from the two of you gals! I love the things I have transformed and will continue to watch you two!
Thanks for the giveaway!
Christy says
Thank you so much, Vicki! I’m so glad you enjoyed the videos… They are a lot of fun to make! We are trying to make a date to create a new one, but I guess we will be wearing masks? Might have to add subtitles for that one LOL! Best of luck to you on the giveaway! XOXO
Doreen Hill says
OMG, what a wonderful way to celebrate! Happy Blogoversary! Thank you for sharing your creativity with us.
Christy says
Thank you, Doreen! I know that you would put these to good use! Good luck my friend! XOXO
Addie says
Congrats on your 8 years!!!!….that’s a LOT of furniture staying out of the landfill!!! I am a little sad you haven’t gone back to nursing ……(of course not at this time though!!!). We love good nurses!!! …and I am sure you gave it your all.
I entered and I am hoping!!! I am dreaming about what colors I would pick!!!
Addie XOXO
Christy says
Thank you, Addie! I did love nursing and it was very fulfilling, but also a tremendous amount of work. Nurses work so hard for their money. I’m so blessed that I get to do this instead! Crossing my fingers for you, my friend! XOXO
Susan Stevenson says
Great giveaway Christy, Everything is so pretty on your site!
Christy says
Thank you so much, Susan! I definitely know that you would put this giveaway to good use, creating more beautiful things! Good luck! XOXO
June G. says
I could have guessed you were a nurse! You’re so sweet and outgoing! So nice that you’re home and available to your boys! My youngest daughter was a nurse and did the same thing, quit to stay home with her girls. She bakes (with a permit) from her home kitchen. Congrats on 8 years! I think I’ve been around from the start. God Bless and many more successful, creative years with your blog!!
June G.
Christy says
Thank you so much, June! Yes nursing seems so long ago. It was hard work, but very rewarding! I am so glad that this job allows me to be here for my boys and I’m sure your daughter feels the same way! Thank you so much for following along with me all these years! Best of luck to you on the giveaway! XOXO
Elaine Kies says
Congratulations, Christy! I love your emails and your positive attitude! You have inspired me to do a lot of projects, although painting the armoire is more than I bargained for! Still in process… FYI: I don’t see a spot for subscribing to your emails on the raffle copter, just Facebook and Instagram. Thanks for your hard work and encouragement! Congratulations again on your business!!’
Christy says
Thank you so much, Elaine! Those bigger pieces can be a lot of work for sure. I’m sure your armoire will be beautiful when it is complete. I didn’t add the option to follow me via email on the rafflecopter. I didn’t want anyone to feel obligated to do so. Wishing you lots of luck on the giveaway! XOXO
Lori Sawyer says
Happy Blogiversary!
Christy says
Thank you, Lori! Have a great weekend! XOXO
Julie Briones says
Congrats, Christy… and to think… YOU and NANCY were two of the bloggers that inspired ME to start my blog! Thank you!
Christy says
Thank you, Julie! I love that so much!! Isn’t it wonderful to be inspired? Especially when we actually take action!! I need to stop over there and visit you! Good luck on the giveaway, my friend! XOXO
Hélène says
Congratulations Christy !
I love your blog and have been a follower for many years. You are so talented and I enjoy reading every new post.
Your makeovers are always so detailed, it’s very encouraging !
Thank you so much for sharing !
I follow Nancy’s blog as well.
Wishing the best and many more years of success !
Hugs from France
Christy says
Thank you, Hélène! I’m so glad you enjoy what I share! Thank you for following along with me all these years! Wishing you lots of luck on the giveaway! XOXO
Michele M / Finch Rest says
Oh my gosh!!!!!! First of all, Happy Blogaversary! That’s an amazing feat in and of itself. Love all the inspiration. You can’t possibly know how much you inspire us! (I follow your blog and have you as a fav seller on Etsy.)
Funny on Tuesday after reading your latest creation – your sister’s wall cab turned into an amazing floor cab – sheesh – I went to your Etsy shop and filled a cart full of things I long for. I thought I’d let my family know for possible Christmas gifts for me. And now this give-away, oh my gosh I’d be delighted beyond words to win. I have so many pieces to work on and just kind of lost my energy and drive with this lonely pandemic. Winning would jump start me, for sure!
I am not a social media person so I hardly ever win, but I am a blogger and a “Pinner,” and would happily let the world know if I were to win in the best way I could. Thank you for the opportunity and generosity.
Christy says
Thank you so much, Michele! What a great idea to ask for makeover supplies for Christmas! I don’t know what I would’ve done through these trying times if I didn’t have my projects to turn to. They are what have gotten me through this craziness for sure and of course all of you! I’m crossing my fingers for you on the giveaway! XOXO
Marcie Lovett says
What a generous offer, Christy! I am delighted to help you celebrate and look forward to many more years of blogging fun.
Christy says
Thank you so much, Marcie! And thank you for hanging in there with me all these years, my friend! Wishing you lots of luck on the giveaway! XOXO
Becky says
Amazing giveaway, as always!
Ahhh, you were a nurse?! I can absolutely believe that. I know your patients loved you!
Christy says
Aww thank you, Becky! I truly did love nursing, but it’s the hardest job I’ve ever had for sure. Good luck on the giveaway and I hope you have a wonderful weekend! XOXO
Erin Prohaska says
Congratulations! Thank you for the years of inspiration! Thank you for the opportunity too! 🧡
Christy says
Thank you so much, Aaron! Good luck to you! XOXO
Christy says
Oopsie…Erin! That’s what happens when you try to use the microphone thingy lol! Have a great weekend! 😊
Karen H says
Congratulations, Christy, on 8 awesome years! I’m so happy to have found you somewhere along the way! This is a great giveaway… you know I love me some Dixie Belle! And it is so sweet of you to do it! I hope you continue to bog for many more years! XO
Christy says
Thank you so much, Karen! Best of luck on the giveaway…I know you’ll put it to good use! XOXO
Rajee Pandi says
love your products
Christy says
Thank you, Rajee! XOXO
Olga says
8 years! Congrats!!!
Thank you Christy – your work inspires me every time I read it!
Christy says
Aww thank you so much, Olga! XOXO
Toni M DeBenedictis says
I’m fairly new to your site and also to Nancy’s. How fun to do what you both do and to have continued to be such great friends! I love the products and your blogs and wanted to wish you both continued success and congratulations on 8 years of blogging. You both inspire the heck out of me.
Sincerely,
Toni
Christy says
Thank you so much, Toni! I’m so glad you found us! Best of luck to you on the giveaway! XOXO
Karen LAWRENCE Fontaine says
First of all, I love your ideas! Second, it would be so nice to win. To start the 2021 and in my new-old little house that is being rebuilt after a house fire three (3) years ago. Thank you so much for the opportunity. You have a nice and safe Thanksgiving. Wash your hands, wash your hands & wear a face mask, Kary Fontaine, Texas
Christy says
Thank you, Kary! It sounds like you could certainly put this to good use! Wishing you lots of luck and a lovely Thanksgiving also! XOXO