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Fall Mantel…

6:47 pm by kim 41 Comments

Better late than never I always say…
Well it’s taken me a couple of tries but I’ve finally finished my fall mantel.

Have you ever tried to decorate something, a room or maybe a vignette and even though all the elements were great the finished product just didn’t sit right with you?
That’s what happened with my first mantel.

It was just not coming together.

I started adding things and taking away others, and then it looked worse.

 I learned a valuable lesson.
Start from scratch.
When things aren’t coming together the way you like,
take away everything and start with a clean slate.

Start bringing back the elements you absolutely love/need and build from there.

In my case, I really wanted the woody elements of the birch logs and candle holders so that’s what I started with and since it’s fall the pumpkins were a must have as well.
I wanted to mix some color  in so I added the dried blue hydrangeas.
I also added my little decoupaged pumpkin to break up the whiteness of all the pumpkins.
Adding candle light to anything brings a lovely glow and a festive touch.
(The tutorial for the birch log is here and it’s probably best to use those little battery operated tea lights instead of the ones I have here, much safer!)

So this is what I came up with.
It has all  my favorite elements and goes well with the rest of the space.

Thanks for dropping by and allowing me to share my mantel saga with you!
And please don’t think that I’m ignoring you all, for some reason blogger is not letting me post my comments on your blogs! I’m able to post on only a few blogs, still trying to work this out.
I’m still here, lurking around! Lol.
Blessings

Will be linking up with:

Hooked on Houses
Feathered Nest Fridays
The Shabby Creek Cottage
Chic on a Shoestring Decorating

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  1. Nita {ModVintageLife} says

    at 6:58 pm

    Very pretty. I think this is the most feminine fall mantel I've ever seen. Love all of it.

    Reply
  2. deZeal says

    at 7:09 pm

    It is beautiful! I really like the distressed candlesticks 🙂

    Reply
  3. Elizabeth (Blue Clear Sky) says

    at 7:14 pm

    I had that problem with posting comments last week. It seems to have corrected itself.

    Lovely mantel vignette and I love the elements you used. I {heart} birch logs! The tall birch sticks in the vase is a great idea for height and repetition. Love that the candleholders are chippy and so is the other pumpking. Very cool and a great look. If I ever finish my mantel construction I will be sure to use this as a model for layouts, texture and hints of colour. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  4. Elizabeth (Blue Clear Sky) says

    at 7:15 pm

    BTW, the white pumpkins look real, are they?

    Reply
  5. Polly says

    at 7:24 pm

    looks lovely! fabulous candlesticks! and that little decoupaged pumpkin is really cute!

    Reply
  6. Phil and Darby Hawley says

    at 7:52 pm

    This is the prettiest and most relaxing fall mantle I've ever seen! Looks fantastic!

    Reply
  7. Amy Kinser says

    at 7:57 pm

    Your mantel is just perfection! I love everything you have done.

    Reply
  8. Sharing Shadymont says

    at 8:07 pm

    I really like what you've done! The hydrangeas are just the right pop of color!

    Reply
  9. Petite Michelle Louise says

    at 8:38 pm

    it's sooo gorgeous and well worth the wait! 😉

    Reply
  10. Shanon at Vintage Sparkle Chic says

    at 8:58 pm

    This mantle is just perfect! I love the birch branch and the candles. The white pumpkins and the beautiful flowers are gorgeous!

    ~Shanon

    Reply
  11. Shanon at Vintage Sparkle Chic says

    at 8:59 pm

    Ps Blogger is driving me crazy! Your blog is the first one that actually "took" my comment today!

    ~Shanon

    Reply
  12. Two Shades of Pink says

    at 10:08 pm

    This is just all over the place stunning. I can't stop looking at it!

    Reply
  13. Stephanie says

    at 12:15 am

    Wow I just saw this on hooked on houses link party and it caught my eye! It looks so pretty and subtle. Love the birch log and the not so fall hydrangea that just adds the right amount of color. Beautiful! My favorite for sure.

    Reply
  14. Ali Richardson says

    at 12:51 am

    SO gorgeous! I love that it feels light and airy, and also very Fall. Great job!

    Reply
  15. Robin says

    at 1:27 am

    Isn't that frustating! It seems your new approach produces greats results. Your mantel looks amazing. I love the white pumpkins with the birch logs. So unique.

    Reply
  16. Pattie says

    at 8:08 am

    And the wait was worth it… It looks fantastic.. have a great weekend

    Reply
  17. Sharon@Sharon at Home says

    at 9:29 am

    Beautiful … I love how the finish on the candle sticks mimics the tall birch.

    Reply
  18. michelle says

    at 11:36 am

    It is beautiful Kim, I love the birch log candle holder and that flowery pumpkin is so pretty.
    xo

    Reply
  19. Heather says

    at 11:59 am

    Your fall mantle is just lovely. The white pumpkins are fabulous!

    Reply
  20. Passionate for White says

    at 2:26 pm

    It's so beautiful in all its simplicity!

    Reply
  21. live by the sun, luv by the moon says

    at 4:22 pm

    Love the white and blue together for fall.

    Reply
  22. Shabby soul says

    at 5:23 pm

    I love the white with pale blue together too, especially with distressed wood color.
    It turned very cute!
    Hugs
    Silvia

    Reply
  23. Stephanie says

    at 7:19 pm

    LOVE the combination of white pumpkins and hydrangeas – so pretty!

    Reply
  24. Heaven's Walk says

    at 11:00 pm

    I just LUV the blue hydrangeas mixed with the whites, Kimberly! That deco pumpkin is just perfect with all the white, too. You did good, girl! 🙂

    xoxo laurie

    Reply
  25. A Cottage Muse says

    at 7:07 am

    Truly beautiful!

    Reply
  26. Coastal Cottage Dreams says

    at 5:25 pm

    Your mantel is gorgeous, love the natural look and especially the bark log candles.

    Reply
  27. Courtney ~ French Country Cottage says

    at 12:45 am

    Soo soo pretty!! I love your dreamy mantel- the hydrangeas are gorgeous and I was just making some log candle holders too 😉 Thanks for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday!

    Reply
  28. Karen says

    at 12:10 pm

    Absolutely beautiful dreamy and so peaceful. I just love it!!

    Reply
  29. The Tablescaper says

    at 6:22 pm

    Great mantle! It would be great to have you join me at Seasonal Sundays.

    – The Tablescaper

    Reply
  30. Chrissy...The Apothecary Shop says

    at 7:41 pm

    Very pretty….what a great weekend for Thanksgiving…hope your is lovely!!! x0

    Reply
  31. Polka Dot Bungalow says

    at 8:31 am

    WOW! Very, very pretty! Will definitely be checking out that birch log tutorial as well. Have a beautiful and blessed Fall!

    I'll be sharing this gorgeous mantle with my lovelies over at my {Marvelous Monday} today, feel free to check it out!

    http://polkadotbungalow.blogspot.com/2011/10/marvelous-mondayno-7.html

    {HUGS},
    Stephanie

    Reply
  32. New Every Morning says

    at 3:28 pm

    Incredible!!! It is so peaceful and warm. I love the candlesticks and the 3 birch sticks in the glass jar. Love, love love it all!

    Reply
  33. Claire says

    at 10:02 pm

    I adore what you did-the white pumpkins, blue hydrangeas and birch twigs bring together a rustic elegance!

    Reply
  34. Samantha from Colonial Curve Cottage says

    at 12:54 pm

    Just letting you know I think your blog is great and I've given you an award that was given to me. No pressure, just letting you know. If you want to participate check my blog at http://www.colonialcurvecottage.blogspot.com and if not, totally cool. I still like your blog 🙂 Not spam, not a cult and not a plea for money or more readership. Just some kudos from me to you.

    Reply
  35. To The Moon and Back says

    at 9:47 am

    Hi Kimberley! I love your autumn decor, so serene and elegant. I am your newest follower!

    Reply
  36. Cortney says

    at 6:01 pm

    I love those candlesticks!

    Reply
  37. Claire says

    at 9:42 pm

    Just wanted to let you know I featured your beautiful mantel on my blog today!

    Reply
  38. Anonymous says

    at 10:48 pm

    Girl, happens to me all the time 🙂
    Your mantel is just gorgoues!!! love it!!
    XO
    Kristin
    http://www.myuncommonsliceofsuburbia.com/
    Sorry, blogger won't allow me to sign in 🙁

    Reply
  39. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    at 8:38 am

    LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!! Martina

    Reply
  40. Cindy says

    at 1:55 pm

    I don't know how i keep missing these amazing blog posts…! This mantel is insane it's so gorgeous! I love everything about it!

    Cindy

    Reply
  41. Nicola says

    at 7:45 am

    I just shared this on my blog. Kimberly, your style is beautiful!

    Nicola
    The Tiny Tiara
    http://www.tinytiaraparties.com

    Reply

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