Saturday Sparks Link Party 44

Welcome to Saturday Sparks 44! The start of a new year brings out fresh ideas and an energized spirt. It's like starting with a clean slate and there is no limit to where you can go.

Now, onto the Fabulous Features from Saturday Sparks 43.

Happy New Year Mantel at Bohemian Junktion. Shannon does her part to keep up with blogland and shares her New Years Mantel. Love how she used all the different timepieces for her 2014 themed vignette.

DIY Name Art at Between Work and Nap Time. If you are need of a personalized gift for someone special, take a look at this fun DIY Name Art project that 'Between Work and Nap Time' created. 

Top Projects of 2013 from Creative Passage. Ellen recaps 15 of her top projects from 2013 including this lovely 'Driftwood and Seashell Wreath'.

Make Your Own Christmas Card Backdrop from Little Brags. Christine was inspired by a post she read and gathered some Christmasy items from around her home to create her own card backdrop.

Most Viewed Posts in 2013 from A Stroll Thru Life. Marty takes a look back at 2013 and shares her most viewed posts including her wonderful 'Mini Kitchen Redo'.

Top Posts of 2013 at Penny's Vintage Home. Penny takes a quiet moment to share two of her most popular posts from 2013.

Homemade Kahlua from Kleinworth & Co. - Gina loves to incorporate the flavor of coffee into many of her recipes and shares her recipe for Kahlua that can be made with or without the alcohol.

Layered Cranberry Cheesecake Parfait from Hello Little Home. A fun weekend and a bit of spare time had Ginnie creating this decadent dessert that sounds like a must try. 

Chocolate Chip Toffee Bars from My Sweet Mission. Heather shares one of her favorite bar recipes that she says has been a family favorite for over 20 years.

And lastly a recap of my share from the party - 2013 Reflections.  I take a moment to reflect on 2013 and some of our completed projects, all while looking forward to what the New Year may bring.

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 Thanks to everyone for linking up to last weeks party.

If you were featured, please grab the featured button to add to your blog.

Now, onto the party!

Link up your latest inspiring posts including:

Home Decor

Crafts

Sewing

Gardening

Recipes

DIY

Repurposing

Links are open through Friday morning.

I will post features next week to Pieced Pastimes, Facebook and Pinterest.

I can't wait to see what you have been working on!

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 Party Guidelines:

- Post the party button (above) with a link back to the party on your post.

- Share your own projects - something that is made by you.

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- No advertising, Etsy shops or giveaways.

- Pin feature photos to Pinterest from the original source and not from this blog.

- Visit other links and leave a kind comment.