I wanted to change up my winter mantel. But first, let me say that my walls are not the screaming yellow banana color that it appears! They are a soft, warm mustard color - Benjamin Moore #198. Also, that is NOT a psychadelic (sp?) lantern on the left! It is some weird sort of reflection from the French doors off to the right. That being said.....before
Inspiration from Pottery Barn
After.....
All the white containers are GW finds - $1, $2,, $4.......all the greenery (except for one piece) is stuff I had.
Do you think it looks better with or without the books in the center? The cleaner, bookless look is more like the PB inspiration.
My Priceless Treasure....my 3 grandies started picking flowering weeds and brought me piece after piece, telling me that the flowers would help me remember that they love me......Aww....gulp.....lump in my throat....what a treasure!
I am linking up to some great parties. Be sure and drop by each site. These ladies are some very creative hostesses who will have lots of people joining them
Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for Met Monday
Rhoda at Southern Hospitality for Today's Thrifty Treasures
Marty at A Stroll Thru Life for Tabletop Tuesday
Linda at Coastal Charm for Thifty Nifty Tuesday
Hope you have an outstanding springey week! Blessings to you. Linda
37 comments:
Linda,
Now you have gone and done a wonderful job on your mantel...looks just like PB! I think I like it without the books, but the books don't look bad. Please tell Debbie that she did an awesome job on your header...I LUV IT!
Blessings,
Linda
Hi Linda! I'm glad you like your header! And I LOVE your new mantel...but can't decide about the books! I like it both ways! And...your "priceless treasure" is the best gift I have ever seen! Aren't grandies wonderful? Happy weekend...hugs...Debbie
Linda, your mantel is beautiful with our without the books!
Happy weekend!
Hi Linda!
I think both your mantels look better than the one in the magazine. But I must confess the one with the books adds a little more character and interest to the vignette.
Warmest hugs,
Sandi @ Bearly Sane
Your mantle looks beautiful Linda. I like it with the books, but I would have books everywhere if I could get away with it:) The gift from your grandies is too sweet. And Debbie did a beautiful job on your new header - love it! Kathy
I actually would like your mantle better without the greenery in the white pieces. And you definately need something in the center, but I'm not sure the books are doing it. Good luck-it takes a lot of trial and error to get it right, doesn't it?
Linda, I like the books there. I think yours looks better than P.B.! I'm covinced that y'all have the best GW in the world! Such a sweet story about the grands. Aren't they just the best? Your header is perfect. laurie
Nice makeover. I like the books, but not all together. Why not stick one under a few of the pots, but leave three in the center.
I hope you'll drop by AtticMag to see Jane's Met Monday post.
Very pretty -- and LOVE your mantle mirror! Gorgeous!
Best regards,
Gloria
I disagree with a previous commenter- I think that the books in the middle of the mantel look fantastic stacked and topped with the fleur de lis. And I like the white pieces filled w/the "weeds." What a great transformation! So fresh, so new- all perfect for spring.
:-) Sue
Your mantle looks beautiful and fresh for spring! Love the white urns. I am a sucker for old books, so I say keem 'em!
It looks so pretty and fresh. I like it with or without the books but better without. And what sweetness from your grandies. :)
Great mantel display and I like the books in the middle.
Picture perfect mantel..great job.
Sylvia
Your mantel looks lovely!!
Very pretty, with and without. But I like it bookless better. And BTW, I love that yellow.
Your mantel is just so pretty. I love all the pretty white urns. Gorgeous. Thanks so much for linking to the party. Hugs, Marty
Your mantel is just perfect! Goodwill saves the day ........again!!
Really nice idea! I like the cleaner look. Oh and grands are just the best!!
nannykim from Spindlecottage
http://spindlecottage.blogspot.com
What a very pretty mantel! I love the symmetry. Thanks for sharing.
Oh, Linda, what a lovely change, love the books up there, too.
Happy spring!
Have a beautiful week.
TTFN~ Hugs, Marydon
Very pretty both ways, but I prefer without the books.
Your mantl looks great. I think I like it without the books but, both look nice!
Linda, Your new header looks great, Deb is a computer whiz. Her help to me as I entered blog land was unbelieveable and so appreciated, she is a good friend. Now about your new look on your mantle I like it both ways but all the white really does look fresh for Spring, great job!! Kathysue
your mantle is beautiful, good job recreating your inspiration photo.. I like your mirror better:-) Bella
Very nice Linda and I think your's looks better than Pottery Barns! I like the books and your mirror is gorgeous! The header is lovely, Debbie did a great job!
Have a great week too,
Cindy
Love the mantel and it does look like PB. I like the books with it!
I like the fresh white look. What sweet grandkiddies you have.
~WOW! Linda I just adore your mantel and gorgeous mirror! Everything looks fabulous.
Your new header is lovely and perfect with the nest.
Happy Spring! ~Melissa :)
Thanks sooooo much for coming to my PAR-TAY!
Blessings,
Linda
Beautiful mantle and your white pottery is wonderful
The mantle is very attractive, and the weed bouquet expressing love is priceless.
Just stopping by and thought I'd leave a comment, hope you don't mind.
Your mantle looks GREAT! You can't go wrong with any type of PB look but I think I like it bookless. Either way it's beautiful!
I took a quick look around your blog and I'll be back! Our decorating tastes and ideas are similar. It looks like you have a beautiful decorating style.
Take care and have a wonderful weekend!
Hi Linda,
I LOVE your mantel...Your mirror is GORGEOUS!!!! I liked your mantel before and it's really neat after too. I always like to use books, so my vote is to keep the books. However, if you get tired of that look, it does look great without them as well. Thanks for sharing! I also think you did very well getting your white vases at GW!
Sharlotte
Love your new banner!
Your mantel looks beautiful! I like the mantel with the books in the middle. Goodwill - I was there today - it's busier than Target LOL!
Your flowering weeds are priceless! What sweet grandkids!
Manuela
Nina,
I like your mantlepiece very much either way but think I prefer it without the books.
Love the new header!
~Maggie~
Oh I love the white pottery. Layla from The lettered cottage took some colorful pottery and spray painted them white- thats a great thrifty way to add pottery!
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