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My Scandinavian-ish Red and White Mantel

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I love decorating my mantel for the holidays. Last year, my colors were red and turquoise and I went for a whimsical party theme. This year I thought it would be fun to go with a simpler Scandinavian-ish Red and White theme. I love the Scandinavian aesthetic - clean, simple and pretty. My husband spent two years in Finland and his love of the culture really inspired me. The first thing … [Read more...]

Great Ideas — 30 Fall & Halloween Mantel Vignettes!!

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Every week I am BLOWN away by the amazing projects that are linked up. I love seeing YOUR ideas. Even if you don't have a "Mantel", you can find a place in your home to celebrate the seasons! Here are 30 Ideas to get you inspired for Fall!! Teal & Yellow Fall Mantel @ Love of Family & Home Fall Mantel @ Chase the Star Fall Mantel with Pumpkins @ Just So Lovely Old Wooden … [Read more...]

Fall Project — Make a Back To School Mantel

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Hi TT&J friends! My name is Rachelle and I blog over at a little place called Fingerprints on the Fridge. It's a little mix of the life and times of my family of four and some fun house projects we've been trying to tackle in our Michigan fixer-upper. I'm so excited to be here! I was super pumped when Jen asked me to share some of our back to school ideas. :) We're definitely getting in … [Read more...]

Great Ideas — 30 Spring-Inspired Wreaths & Mantels

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We officially had our first day of spring, and the weather was well, snowy. These beautifully inspired spring wreaths & mantels are sure to make the sun shine! Be sure to check out all of the SUNNY inspiration!  Bubblegum Wreath @ Fit, Crafty, Stylish, and Happy DIY Spring Tutorial @ My Blessed Life  Spring Wreath @ Positively Splendid … [Read more...]

Easy and Inexpensive Holiday Party Mantel Decor!!

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Happy Holidays everyone!! I love changing up my Holiday mantel each year - but it can be expensive. I would love to share with you an inexpensive way to brighten up your mantel. And if you don't have a mantel, you can use this idea on a shelf or even use it for a dessert table for a party!! Holiday Party Mantel The main part of this project are paper tissue fans -- you can get them at … [Read more...]

Great Ideas — 20 Festive Fall Mantels!!

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It is officially October 1, 2011, and do you know where your Halloween Decorations are?  These 22 bloggers know where their decorations are...   on their Great Mantels!  If yours are still hidden it is time to dust the pumpkins off and get busy making a fabulous mantel. And if you don't have a mantel, make a spooktacular Halloween vignette on a cabinet or shelf!! Fall Mantle @ Crafty … [Read more...]

Summer Mantel:Take Two {adding reclaimed shutters}

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  There was something missing from my "Beachy" mantel. I couldn't put my finger on it yesterday. Then last night as I was getting ready for bed I remembered some free shutters that I picked up by the side of the road on trash day a few months ago. Perfect!! You know how a flashbulb goes off in your mind? A fast, easy and free solution to my decorating dilemma!  Before So this morning I … [Read more...]

Summer Wreath and Mantel {tutorial}

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Do you go through periods where you are super inspired to do projects and then other periods where you feel burned out and don't want to do anything?? I do. Yesterday I felt super inspired. And I am an impatient crafter. When the feeling strikes, I dig around and find whatever is in my cupboards to make a project. I was looking at my mantel and I really wanted to make it look  "Beachy" and … [Read more...]

My Mantels love a good Party! {Valentine’s Day ♥ Mantel Decorating}

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My Mantles love a good party. They look forward to Beth's Valentine Mantel Party all year. It's a great time for mantels to get together and socialize - lol. Seriously though, Beth's Mantel parties are really fun. Last year I went all romantic and flowery and loved it!! This year I wanted to do something a little different -- so I went a little more whimsical. I have always wanted to … [Read more...]

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas — My Blue and Silver Christmas Mantel!!

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I finally got my Living Room Mantel Done! I don't know why it took me so long. I get all of those Christmas boxes out and get overwhelmed - lol. I decided not to put up my living room tree this year, so I used the ornaments I usually put on the tree on my mantel!  I didn't buy anything new except for some darling .99 cent faux Mercury Glass Votives from Target!! Aren't they the cutest??? … [Read more...]