Today I'm sharing with you my, almost done, Christmas mantel. Why almost done you might ask, because I still haven't finished sewing the burlap stockings, I ran out of moss for the middle wreath and honestly, I'm just pooped! Anyway, in keeping with the rustic decorated tree, I carried the theme over onto the mantel. Since I loved the frames on the upper mantel I decided to keep them and add some wreaths. I made them out of styrofoam and moss and tied them onto the frames with some burlap.
On the hearth, I added my Pier 1 Imports lanterns that I purchased last month. And I realized after I took the pictures that the lights were not turned on and a Hess truck was being displayed.
Well, thats life with two little boys!
For the actual mantel I kept it simple and just added some greens, burlap ribbon, snowflakes and lights.
Thanks so much for stopping by to visit.
I'll be partying with.....
Beautiful Marianne! I love the burlap ribbon!! Martina
ReplyDeleteVery Pretty Marianne. Love the mossy wreaths and all the burlap!
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays,
Rachel
Hi Marianne! Oh, it's beautiful!
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Shelia ;)
Lovely, Marianne! Your use of garland is beautiful ... love the wreaths hanging from the frames, too! Happy Holidays!
ReplyDeleteHow pretty! What is the tree made from (next to two frames) on the mantel?
ReplyDeleteDropping by from BNOTP. Happy holidays.
Allison
Atticmag
Beautifully done! I love the pinecones! Thanks for sharing over at BNOTP!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas!
xo Lynda
Just beautiful! Love the rustic look of your decor.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas!
Marianne, it is just gorgeous! I also love the wreaths hanging from the frames. So original!
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ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Your mantel is filled with wonderful festive decor. The frames and wreaths are a sweet idea. I loved seeing the truck in your photo. After all it is Christmas.
Dee
Really pretty...and I can totally relate to being pooped! At some point you just have to say enough is enough. Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty, Marianne. What more do you need, other than greenery and burlap? I have gone back to find more burlap, and everywhere around me is completely sold out! I am going to have to stock up for next year! Merry Christmas.
ReplyDeleteVery Pretty! I love the burlap ribbon with the white decorations. Looks beautiful without being overdone. Come visit me at http://beauxrevesamore.blogspot.com/ THANKS,
ReplyDeleteCindy
Very pretty! Love the touches of burlap!
ReplyDeleteHi Marianne! I'm taking some time tonight to get caught up on my blog reading; and I wanted to pop in over here! Your holiday decor is so pretty!! How you managed all of this, while working full-time, I'll never know!! But, you have done a fabulous job!! You have been a busy lady! I wish you and your family a Very Merry Christmas!
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