Well it is here...finally...the very first day of SPRING! And it is gorgeous outside here in the northeast. A little March wind but otherwise an absolutely perfect day!. And the perfect day it was to create my Spring Mantelscape!
The picture in the pretty little frame is of my mother and father. They wed in September of 1956 and are still together today. And some said it wouldn't last!
The small vase is faux mercury glass I created using Krylon's Looking Glass spray paint. To see the tutorial just click here.
The small vase is faux mercury glass I created using Krylon's Looking Glass spray paint. To see the tutorial just click here.
Sometimes I never know where I am going to end up when I start a project like putting together a mantel vignette. I pull a bunch of items together from around the house and group them according to color, size and materials they are made from. This year for some reason I am completely in love with white tulips, so the tulips became my jumping off point.
I decided to add a little burlap for a different type of texture and to frame out the large platter.
I adore the crisp fresh look of white and green together whether it is for Christmas or Spring. But as you already know I am a GREEN Gal!!!
XO
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This is absolutely stunning! It's so natural yet still clean. Great work!
ReplyDeleteReally pretty, Barbara. I like the burlap bow mixed with the mercury glass and white pitchers.
ReplyDeleteHaving a give away in honor of the first day of spring. Come by if you can. :)
I love your mantle decor! I am in love with silver pieces and this just looks beautiful on the mantle!
ReplyDeleteYour mantle is so pretty, Barbara. You certainly do know how to pull it together. I have yet to get a bouquet of tulips. Love the burlap bow and the wreath (plate) stand in..Happy Thursday..Judy
ReplyDeleteI like it all--the greenery, the silver, the mirror--it's just perfect and perfect for springtime!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous updates....love the green and white you added!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous mantle and beautiful photo of your parents. I have pictures of my parents from college. I love the frame you chose.
ReplyDeleteCynthia
What a beautiful mantle, love the picture of your parents...just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYour mantle looks absolutely gorgeous, Barbara. Your Mom and Dad are a great looking couple. I am glad their marriage has weathered over the years. That is a great looking burlap bow. For as handy I am at crafty things my bows NEVER look very good! lol xo Diana
ReplyDeleteThe burlap adds a very nice touch.
ReplyDeleteOh so pretty. I love the touch of burlap and your parents photo is stunning.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful mantel! Love the mix of elements. This is so perfect for Spring!
ReplyDeleteI love it! so beautiful. Thank you for sharing at Sundays at Home!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Barbara!!
ReplyDeleteYour mantel is beautiful! Love the green and white!! Thanks for sharing and the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful blog and lovely mantle. Visiting from My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia.
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful! I need to get spring up around my home.
ReplyDeleteWow! It's really beautiful.. I too live here in North Jersey but, I haven't been very inspired to create anything spring yet. Its still just too cold for me!
ReplyDeleteWow I do love what you created on the mantel! I especially like how you dressed the platter. I need to get my buns in gear and think about spring decorating- thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I love green too :-)
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful!!! I think you might recognize it in my living room on the top of my piano ;^)
ReplyDeleteDo you mind if I purloin your idea????
Hope you have a happy day!
Blessings,
J
Beautiful spring post!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing.
Hope to see you on my blog :)
Love the lushness of your mantle. Happy SYC Thursday!
ReplyDeleteBarbara, I love the serenity the white gives. Everything looks so clean and fresh. Love it! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Jann
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ReplyDeleteLovely! The white is so fresh and bright, perfect for spring.
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ReplyDeletelove the burlap bow above your platter and of course the sweet wedding photo of your parents!
ReplyDeleteJenna
I love the mantel so pretty thanks for sharing visiting from share your creativity have a great day
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning mantel. Love verything about it but my favorite piece is the sweet photo of your parents.
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Barbara, all that green and white is so pretty and fresh! The wedding photo of your parents gives it the perfect personal touch. Have a great week!
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