Monday, October 17, 2011

DECORATING YOUR MANTLE

Do you change the look of your mantle for the different seasons?
I never did before, but, in the last few months, I have been trying to make little changes for the different times of the year. My husband built the mantle last year and that gave me the initiative.
I try to use items I already have and maybe change a thing or two.

This is what my mantle looks like now







Bought the clock at Kirklands a couple of years ago.
My best find ever!



My Fleur de Lis orbs, also from Kirklands




Lots of space up there to play with!




Last spring just added some flower bunches and a small set of ceramic jars



Change the flowers for some orange orchids during the summer



Fall 2010





Christmas 2010








 My first mantle decor ever.Very simple.


Still learning from all the wonderful blogs out there.
Thank you for visiting!

























14 comments:

  1. Beautiful Maria! I'm trying to start a blog myself, but playing around with it right now. I'm not sure on some things. I know practice will make it come together soon. LOL

    Love looking at all your decorating! I still say you need a "spot on HGTV ....

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  2. Tina, thank you! HGTV!!!! LOL
    I would be scared to death! LOL
    Let me know if you need some help with your blog.
    With the help of my daughter (the "computer genius") I was able to find some websites where you can get free templates and other "goodies" to start your blog. There is somethings I still want to add to mine.
    Email me if you need that information and I will be glad to share it with you.
    Can't wait to see what you come up with!

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  3. Your mantel is beautiful ! And, yes, I do change the decor every season. Keeps things from getting boring! Have a good day.
    -Lynn

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  4. Lynn, thank you! I would love to see your mantle decor to get more inspiration.
    Thank you for visiting!

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  5. Your mantle decor is elegant. You have such beautiful pieces displayed. I love it and the clock is wonderful. I am a new follower and invite you to join my followers list. Please grab a blog button as well. Look forward to returning to visit. Hugs, Gayle
    http://atastefultouch.blogspot.com

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  6. Gayle, is so wonderful to meet you!
    Thank you for stopping by and for the invite.
    Heading over to your blog right now!

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  7. That is a gorgeous looking mantel. So pretty. Nice to have that light to spotlight your pretties too. Thanks for sharing.

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  8. Hi Maria Elena, what a beautiful mantle and everything is decorated in such a gorgeous way. Congrats. I have found you and am following you through Debbie's Newbie Party and hope to visit you more often. Please stop by my blog and pay me a visit and perhaps even follow me. Have a wonderful day. Hugs, Chris

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  9. Debbie, thank you so much!
    Your compliment means a lot! You are so talented at everything you do!

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  10. Chris, thank you for visiting and following me!
    I am headed to your blog right now.

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  11. I love changing up my mantel seasonally. Yours looks terrific! That clock is a showstopper and I love your candles! So pretty! Thanks for sharing.

    I'm hosting my monthly Before Blogging Throwback Thursdays party and would love it if you'd come and share something you made/did/bought sometime before blogging. Can't wait to see what you share at the party.

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  12. Thank you so much for the invite! And thank you also for you kind comment. I am glad you liked the mantle!

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  13. Thanks for linking up! This is stunning! I love the white mantle and the colour of the stone, really pretty!

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  14. Your fireplace is very pretty! I love the neutral color and the way that you change it up for each season.
    Hugs, Cindy

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