Can you believe 2014 is nearly over?

In a moment of reflective pondering I am taking a little look back at the most popular posts of 2014 here at Sum of their Stories.

Popular Craft Tutorials of 2014

Grey Crochet Flowers with a pop of neon colour

The most viewed post in all of 2014 was in fact the very first one I publish back on 4th January! I had been playing around making and adding just a little touch of super bright wool for contrast.

grey crochet flowers with bright neon yarn edging

Rainbow Baby Blanket

I love crochet, you all seem to love crochet, another most viewed post was the blanket I made for my cousin's baby (as I write baby is due any minute - literally!)

Coin Keyring Gift Idea

In August I got all super romantic and made this coin special date key ring for my hubbie for our anniversary.

Tetris Applique Tote Bag DIY

I went back to the 80's/90's with my Tetris Inspired Tote bag, apparently I'm not the only fan of those nice simple games we used to play back in the day!

Knitted Doctor Who inspired bracelets

I love Doctor Who, always have, always will. In 2014 we welcomed Mr Capaldi as our new Doctor but I had another trip down memory lane and made knitted bracelets inspired by the scarf of the 4th Doctor.

My nan’s shortbread biscuit recipe

My Nan was a great cook and used to make these biscuits for us often. They are a family favourite in our house and are really delicious although I'm pretty sure it's not really the proper way to make shortbread.

Greeting Card and Earring Gift DIY

This next post features an embarrassing number of pictures of my face as I played on the computer for fun ways to alter photos to make a greeting card to go with a gift of earrings.

A photo greeting card with earrings gift idea

The Simplest Top Pattern

I love making clothes and don't find the time nearly often enough. This top is so easy and quick even I could fit it in.

Upcycled Tote Bag with scrap fabric frills

You just can't have too many reusable shopping bags, but they don't have to be plain and boring. Here's how I added frills to a promotional bag that are reminiscent of Cornishwear pottery to make an upcycled tote bag with scrap fabric frills.

Carrot Treat Boxes

At Easter time I shared how to make these little carrot shaped treat boxes that we used to make when I was a kid.

It's funny, when I have an idea, make something then write a post I have no idea whether it will be a popular one or not. To be honest I just make things I like, share them and hope someone out there finds it useful or interesting. 2015 is likely to be much the same!

Happy New Year!

Julie