Our Christmas mantel is so simple this year that I thought about not even blogging about it. But, sometimes, simple is good. And easy. Which is also good.
(Our kids insist on getting a live tree, too. It’ll go in the corner by the window where the chair is now. You can see a glimpse in the mirror of the artificial one that’s in the office.)
We have an outlet on our mantel so I wanted to use some lighted garland this year. I just used the fake stuff. I don’t mind it if you mix it with some other things. I used oversized pinecones that I found on a walk through the woods. Well, not really. I actually found them in a clearance bin at Pottery Barn last summer for less than a dollar each, but the walk in the woods sounds so much better. . . I also mixed in some big plastic snowflakes that I bought at the Dollar Tree a couple of years ago. (Wish I had bought more.)
One reason I’m keeping our mantel so simple is that it’s getting a little makeover in the next week or so. Tomorrow, I’ll post about what the UPS man is bringing to my house soon. . .
I love simple. And I am super jealous that you have an outlet on your mantel. Genius.
ReplyDeleteGood morning! Our Dollar Tree has those large snowflakes...I almost bought a bunch a few weeks ago. You may want to check your store again! The mantle is so pretty :)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Lauren. I need to go back. They would be great hanging in front of a window...
DeleteBelmont Dollar Tree had some yesterday!!
DeleteThank you! I'll check next time I'm there.
DeleteThis is lovely, Emily!
ReplyDeleteI really like the color in your family room. It's beautiful!
Merry Christmas, my friend. I hope you all have a great time!
xo
Luciane at HomeBunch.com
Simple is great AND gorgeous. I'm really glad you shared! We have a plug on our mantel and I feel so lucky. Too bad I don't actually like our mantel! ;-)
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see whatever is coming with the UPS man. I predict a new mirror or picture!
Abby
Love the mantel. Sometimes simple is the best :) And I can't wait to hear about the treats you are getting in the mail!!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty, Emily! The mirror looks great there too! xo Kristin
ReplyDeleteI went for simple this year too. It can be refreshing to keep it streamlined. And I'm jealous of that outlet on your mantel too.;) Got those same snowflakes too. With dollar store history, they may be there again this year.
ReplyDeletesimple and perfect emily! i love the lamp on your sofa table too!
ReplyDeletegiant pinecones are my favorite, i just posted my recent project using them, they are usually on our mantel but i changed it up this year.
I love this look, and yes, simple is good.
ReplyDeleteHappy holidays!
xo Nancy
Powellbrowerhome.com
Love!! Where did you purchase your couch?? Looking into biting the bullet and getting a new one.
ReplyDeleteIt was a Craigslist find, but the tag says Alexvale (a subsidiary of La-Z-Boy).
DeleteThis is so pretty and inviting. May I ask what paint color you used in this room? It is such a great neutral, but has some character. Thank you! Merry Christmas :)
ReplyDeleteSure, we used Sherwin Williams Amazing Gray.
DeleteLove it. So pretty!!
ReplyDeleteXo-L
simplylowcountry.blogspot.com
So lovely! Love the simplicity - Fresh & chic!
ReplyDeleteI still need to decorate for the holidays,,, yikes, the time is ticking
~Edyta
http://www.edytaandco.com/blog/
Still looks very festive and pretty!
ReplyDeleteI love your mantel! The simpler the better.
ReplyDeleteMandy
Saguaros & Stilettos
I love it! And, I appreciate that even as a designer, you still purchase things from the Dollar store, keep it simple, and do it all so beautifully! Thank you for constantly inspiring me!
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