Fireplace Mantel Redecorated, Again!

Hi there! Like many of you, I redecorate my fireplace mantel, often! I like to change it for holidays and the different seasons. When coming up with new ideas, where do you start?    Well, here is what I do. I'm going to share a secret........... I lay awake at night picturing in my mind what it will look like  before I ever put one item on the mantel.   It's a sickness I tell ya.

I start with an item, or items in this case, and decorate around them. This time, I started with these primitive looking candle holders.

I have these old windows I've been collecting.   The brown framed window is from an old house,  the white framed window is from an old building in St. Paul. I start layering and adding items as I go.   Layering is key in my decorating.

I like to add items that are the in the same color scheme. Differing heights give interest.  I like to call it a carnival for the eyes.

I always add a lamp.  I have this obsession with lamps and lighting. I think it gives it a nice warmth.  You know, no one likes a dark carnival.

You can see what I mean in this picture.  Without the light on, it's just a mantel. With the light on, it's more pleasing to look at. Plus, when you are in the living room at night, it gives a wonderful glow. I'm all about the glow!

I always add some type of greenery, too.   I think it balances out the dead spaces and I like the look.  I hope this inspires you to do something a little different. Thank you so much for stopping by.  It means the world to me!