(Thank you to Cozy Little House, Common Ground, Have a Daily Cup of Mrs.Olsen and Dwellings for featuring this post!)
Hi, everyone! I know that it's not even Thanksgiving yet, but I admit that I've started decorating for Christmas. I must say that decorating at my shop (which you can see here and here) got me in the mood to begin at home!
I started with the easiest place and a focal point, my mantel.
As always, my goal was to keep it simple, but visually pleasing.
I left the chippy door as a 'backdrop' but turned it back around to its' whiter side. (To see my fall mantel go here.)
This year I decided to add more color (gasp) into my holiday decor while still using a lot of neutral, natural elements.
I thought this berry wreath was fun and gave a nice pop of color against the white, so I started by hanging it on the door...
Next I gathered 3 little tarnished sugar bowls from my collection and added a pinecone to each one...
Then I hung a small 'banner'...
It's just a little paper one stamped with 'NOEL' on a humble string, but I love its simplicity...
I finished everything off with an urn on either side of the door. My mom found these for me a couple years ago at a garage sale, and I love them!
They're filled with greenery, pinecones, berries and sticks......nature's finest!
So after marrying together some of my favorite elements and textures-chippy wood, tarnished silver, and gifts from nature-here's the final result...
I kept it very simple but (hopefully) interesting.
Hope you enjoyed seeing my mantel 'dressed up' for Christmas!
I always appreciate you stopping by! Have a Happy, Blessed Thanksgiving :)
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Have a Daily Cup of Mrs.Olsen (Share Your Cup Thursday)
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From My Front Porch To Yours (Christmas Mantel Party)
Pure Gorgeous friend! The colors and forms of your arrangement are stunning! I too have started decorating!! It takes so much time that I like to have time to enjoy it!! Great work on your mantel!!
ReplyDeleteIt's as if you dressed up your mantel in red lipstick for the Christmas occasion. :) The red also lends a bit of dimension. How pretty it is!
ReplyDeleteAnd the banner...I'm in love! XOXO
So pretty, Susan! That door is always the perfect backdrop. The pop of red is so festive! Of course I love the natural elements with the aged silver, and the little banner is just so sweet. I'm working on a few simple touches, too. Finally threw away the pumpkins today : )
ReplyDeleteSusan, your mantle is very pretty and red makes it pop. I like all the natural elements that you used. I have my Christmas boxes sitting in the living waiting to be used.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week.
Mary
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ReplyDeleteI love what you do Susan! Your mantle looks so inviting and festive. I've always loved the red berry wreaths and it is wonderful with your sweet worn treasures!
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you and yours, Edie Marie
Absolutely awesome mantel! I'm inspired to start my own Christmas decorating which I haven't started yet.
ReplyDeleteIrene
Love that red wreath and simple garland!!!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Linda at Beautiful Ideas
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ReplyDeleteprecioso conjunto ! la plata envejecida, la corona , el banderín un encanto todo y el postigo descascarado atrás lo copio ! saludos
ReplyDeleteI love this, Susan. It all came together so well.
ReplyDeleteIt's just. Beautiful and I agree simple is best.
ReplyDeleteLove the look, Susan! It is simple but Christmasy. Love the urns and the berry wreath.
ReplyDeletevery pretty! LOVE the banner! Simple is best!!
ReplyDeleteLove that chippy door with the berry wreath on top!
ReplyDeleteEverything is lovely. It makes me want to get started on Christmas decor, but I still haven't figured out what dishes to use for Thanksgiving.
ReplyDeleteYour mantel looks wonderful !!
ReplyDeleteThat backdrop reminds me of the little gate I just picked up this last week. I love what you did with it. I love those tarnished sugar bowls, and that banner is so cute. Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteSusan,
ReplyDeleteJust gorgeous. I love the simplicity but what a statement that mantel makes. Too pretty. You really know how to do a beautiful vignette. This is is exceptional. I love it against the old chippy door. Just beautiful.
Kris
So pretty!
ReplyDeleteAmazing and beautiful! I love the natural elements, and the red is just the right pop of color! Beautifully done!
ReplyDeleteYour mantel is stunning, Susan!! Love the chippy white backdrop with the red wreath! The little noel banner is perfect under the tarnished silver sugar bowls. LOVE it!!!
ReplyDeleteMary Alice
OK, so I almost feinted when I saw the red :) But I love it. Christmas is the one time of year that I allow myself to go all wild and crazy.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous mantel, the red is so vibrant
ReplyDeleteThat is just stunning! So simple and welcoming and festive all at the same time! I have silver sugar bowls, and will be borrowing your idea for sure...xxx
ReplyDeleteThe touch of red really make the whole vignette pop!
ReplyDeleteI see you have a wood insert to keep you warm this winter-yeah.
PeRfEcTiOn!!!
ReplyDeletePinecones in sugar bowls - simple and classic!
ReplyDeleteHi Susan, you know I love that chippy wood up there. Thanks so much for the follow. I followed back. Thanksgiving is late this year so you are on schedule as far as I can see. I actually feel a little bit behind. I have been lashing Donna's trees to old toy trucks today though which was fun. xo, olive
ReplyDeleteSusan, It looks just lovely. I really like the way it is arranged and I like things that are symmetrical...the urns are gorgeous! I hope you had a wonderful weekend. I won't start decorating until the day after Christmas- xo Diana
ReplyDeletecolor is becoming your friend...lol. I think some color as focal point (aka on the mantel), really works well with a mainly neutral palette. Very pretty
ReplyDeleteLove the red berry wreath for a pop of color and the natural elements are perfect on your mantel. Beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteOh! I do like your mantel! So striking!
ReplyDeleteI love all of the natural elements!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness everything is so beautiful, love it!! xo
ReplyDeleteIt's so beautiful! I love the zingy red against that flaky white painted wood. And the pewter sugar bowls holding a pinecone.
ReplyDeleteLove your Christmas mantel...so pretty. I hope to start decorating tomorrow. I want to have it done before my big Christmas Show gets here on Friday. It is a 3 day show and I'm usually wore out after it is over.
ReplyDelete~Cindy
Nice!! I have seen a Callicarpa--beauty berry--and would love to make a wreath with those branches of purple!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty and simple, and those are the best! I have only one of those urns from a yard sale, in a cream color - I many have to paint it darker as I like yours better than mine ;-)
ReplyDeleteYou are right. Simple and beautiful. I love the texture of the door and the banner together.
ReplyDeleteMorning Susan, I love a natural mantle for the Holidays! That has always been my favorite! Your pop of red is striking! And the urns.....love urns on the mantle!! Have a Blessed and wonderful Thanksgiving~~~Roxie
ReplyDeleteIt looks great, and still so YOU! Love the pop of red.
ReplyDelete-Revi
Susan, I am telling you have the best elves. What a great job on this mantel! Love the urns and the wreath.
ReplyDeleteCynthia
the red wreath against the chippy background is fabulous, susan! have a great thanksgiving!
ReplyDeletesimply beautiful !!!
ReplyDeleteLove it! I see so many of my favorite things too. I'd have a hard time taking this down after the holidays.
ReplyDeleteI seem do something a little different every year. It's part of the fun! Love your punch of color, and always love the vintage vibe.
ReplyDeleteThat is very pretty. I love hints of red and especially in my home. I have huge and heavy red velvet curtains in my house, so maybe "hint" is not the right word...lol. :)
ReplyDeleteLove it! The chippy door is the perfect backdrop.
ReplyDeleteJust love everything about the mantel….from the chippy wood, to the silver and pinecones and then there is that pop of red!…gorgeous!…Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!
ReplyDeleteSimply perfect...I love it! The pinecones in the silver pieces are super fun :)
ReplyDeleteYour mantel's simplicity is what makes it perfect.
ReplyDeleteSuch creative and wonderful features.. I LOVE your garland.. So pretty : )) I really HEART these.. Wishing you a great start to your week..
ReplyDeletePrasad
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Oh I love your mantel, so simple, chic and just perfect. Thanks so much for linking to Inspire Me and I hope you and your family have a very Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving. Hugs, marty
ReplyDeletelove love love it Susan!!
ReplyDeleteI love the natural elements you've incorporated into your decorating, Susan. And your chippy door was the perfect place to start! I'm going to try mine on the mantel now that I've seen how nice yours looks. Thanks for the great idea!
ReplyDeleteLovely!
ReplyDeleteYour natural mantel is just perfect, Susan. Love the door there.
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a happy and blessed Thanksgiving.
Hugs,
Patti
Hi Susan,
ReplyDeleteThank you dearly for your Giving of Thanks visit to m'y place.
With m'y return to you I see a lot that inspires me, I am in love with the mantel backdrop of old chippy-ness of wood giving you a piece to hang your wreath rather then just a hook from the wall.
As well as the silver sugar bowls as a place to display winters pine cones. All so inspiring and in person I know there is the holiday spirit filling the room with music.
Thank you sweet friend for a beautiful year of visits and more to come.
See you soon with I am sure more beauty that inspires us from you and your home.
Xx
Doré
I love it Susan, but then I love everything you do. Love the pop of red against the white and silver. So sorry its been a while since I've visitd but its been a long hard surgery back for me since surgery.
ReplyDeleteSimply beautiful Susan! Thanks so much for sharing at AMAZE ME MONDAY! You're being featured!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Cindy
Susan, I love it! The chippy door is gorgeous! You know I love the pop of red. I just put three in clay pots on my mantel today. Love your tarnished creamers. I only have one. Beautiful as usual! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Jann
Hi Susan, featuring you at SYC today. Also, I will send you your code for the party tomorrow. Wanted to make sure it was working. Had trouble getting mine for SYC last week. Hopefully all goes well this week.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Jann
I just love this, Susan. Very pleasing. That pop of red really makes it special. Pine cones in tarnished sugar bowls? Brilliant. Love the banner, the chippy door, and the urns filled with nature finds. Great job!
ReplyDeleteOh Susan this is wonderful! I think a lot of us have gone more simple this year. Not only does it look great but so easy to take down!:) Thanx for joining my mantel party!
ReplyDeleteI love the simplicity of your mantel and it is perfect with the pop of color on the wreath! So pretty! Visiting from the Christmas Mantel party!
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