More top stories in 2012 — time capsules, paint collections, vintage furniture & more

I recently took a look at the top 12 in ’12 stories about readers and their remodeling and decorating projects. Now — let’s take a look at the other most popular stories on readers’ hit parade. Everyone loves the fantastic time capsules houses that I feature — and almost to a one, readers deserve the credit for spotting these and sending their emails. The most popular time capsule story this year was the Tennessee time capsule house – kitchen shown above. Morever, this story continued into a saga, as reader Pam bought this very kitchen and put it into her house. Onward for the other 11, top stories of the year –>

This midcentury modern house Houston will forever be known as the “Swankienda”. Indeed.

We took a look inside this wonderful 1938 time capsule Tudor house — original owner lived here at least 72 years. And guess what: Someone in San Francisco spotted it on the blog — they were in the market for a house in Portland — they rushed right up — and they bought it! They love all the original features and plan very minimal changes. Yes! We helped connect a reader to a time capsule house o’ their dreams. Woot!

20 historic paint color collections.

Accent walls — Four steps to getting them right

Formica’s Ideal Edge — Only your contractor knows for sure.

Wilsonart introduces boomerang laminate in 14 colorways.

306 photos of reader living rooms — this uploader was so much fun! Make your own roller shades — plus I do research to cut the price by at least 30%.

10 places to buy a red refrigerator… and, 7 places to find a pink refrigerator did pretty darn well, too.

Vintage furniture — 10 of our favorite designs and brands.

Linn installed a stainless steel counter top for $300.

Five years into writing this blog, and the great stories just keep coming. Wonder what 2013 will deliver unto us, loyal servants of the Retro Decorating Gods. Sure to be lots more goodness.