It's beginning to look a little like fall around here. I finally got everything done to put my Fall Mantel together this weekend. I really didn't have to do much because I already had most all these things but, with the temps and humidity we have been having I just was not motivated to put out pumpkins and fall leaves yet This year I decided to go with the traditional colors of fall. I love the oranges, golds and browns. that are so prevalent now. Last year I did a more neutral design and although I liked it I wasn't in love with it.
So let me take you on a little tour of the mantel. I have the new wreath I made as the focal point. This wreath is made out of scrapbook and book page paper - I will be doing a tutorial on it next week. I decided it would be best showcased on a chalkboard I made out of an old picture that I had. Then I simply wrote the word FALL below the wreath. I love the way it makes a statement with the contrast of the oranges against the black.
On the left of the mantel I placed a couple of old books sans covers and then set a twine wrapped bottle that I filled with "faux" sunflowers, grasses and leaves on top of them. I placed a couple of dollar store pumpkins and a white wooden candle stick with a fat candle tied with raffia next to the pumpkins.
On the right side I placed a vintage lantern with a couple of dollar store pumpkins stacked inside. Next to it are two wooden candlesticks with candles tied with raffia and another small pumpkin. A very simple arrangement of things I already had except the wreath which I made.
I really love the simplicity and vibrant colors of this mantel. And - the fact that it was quite low cost since I already had everything.
How bout you? Have you started your fall decor or are the temps where you live leaving you unmotivated also? I would love to hear about what you are up to. Leave me a comment below. I answer all of them through email.
Until next time - have fun creating something you love.
Hugs,
I will be linking up to the parties listed on my Where I Party page. Please go visit them and see all the great projects you can find there.
Beautiful, Cathy.
ReplyDeleteThis is REALLY Cute! I wish I was this talented with my decorating!
ReplyDeleteI love this! Simple and fun! I need to start thinking of fall and Halloween decor!
ReplyDeleteSuch a wonderful mantel.. So pretty!!!
ReplyDeleteWow! Very nice. Love it.
ReplyDeleteOh I love this! I wish I had a mantle!!
ReplyDeleteYour mantel is gorgeous! I LOVE all the colors of fall!
ReplyDeleteStopping by from the Krafty Inspiration link party. Love not having to buy anything to decorate. Using existing pieces and just moving them around it the best.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, Kathy! So colorful, too.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your post this week at Brag About It Link Party on VMG206. I'm featuring you at Next Weeks Brag About It Link Party, Monday at midnight!
~ Megin of VMG206
That is so pretty! I love your wreath and the colors are wonderful. Would love if you came and shared this on the Merry Monday Link party on Sunday at 6pm PST.
ReplyDeleteIt really turned out nice Cathy! Definitely has the perfect colors of Fall! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
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Jann
That is very cute! Thanks for joining HSH!
ReplyDeleteThis looks amazing! I do appreciate you sharing with Home and Garden Thursday,
ReplyDeleteKathy
Hi Cathy, Love how your decor for fall turned out! Thanks for sharing My Favorite Things Party Theresa co host @DearCreatives
ReplyDeleteI love this mantel, and it's one of my features at Snickerdoodle Sunday today. Thanks for sharing with us! :)
ReplyDeleteLove all the color!!! So funny, last year I used lots of color, and this year I'm feeling the neutrals. I love that we have the option to switch it up!
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