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Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Spring Mantel...

Hi everyone!
I hope you're all enjoying the middle to your week, It's going by so quickly!
I've been busy working on my spring mantel today.



Because I have a corner fireplace, I have a larger mantel to decorate and have to make sure I don't overdo it! All the elements I've used shout out spring to me. Hope you like it!




I wanted to add some freshness with (faux) greens, my white candles, clear glass and a bit of nature with my driftwood candle holder. You can find the driftwood candle holder tutorial here



Love the white green and nature together with some lovely candlelight.



I"ve also added some branches that I usually use in my outdoor urns. I liked the pop of green that they add and our outdoor branches haven't begun to bud yet.
The vase that the branches are in is actually a candle holder turned upside down! Gotta love pottery barn. All these candle holders were 50 % off. Because they're clear glass they fit in with any color and decor.



I love the simple natural beauty of this and will change it up with some starfish and or shells in a couple of months for a summer mantel.




I hope you've enjoyed a look at my Spring mantel.
Thanks for stopping by today!

I'll be partying with these ladies:

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72 comments:

  1. UnknownMarch 2, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    It's so pretty! It feels so fresh and clean.

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  2. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageMarch 2, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    Stunning.Springy.Wonderful.
    I love it! The green, white and driftwood is such an awesome combo!

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  3. PamelaMarch 2, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    So fresh and pretty Kim!! I cannot wait for spring...I am loving all these spring posts from everyone!!
    Hurry spring!

    Pamela ox

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  4. Yvonne@StyleBurbMarch 2, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    I really like the way you have layered the driftwood, candles and greenery. It has such depth and interest. It looks marvelous! Spring can't come quickly enough for me! Enjoy the rest of your week!

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  5. Sara S.March 2, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    Beautiful. I love the driftwood candleholder.

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  6. ShannonMarch 2, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    It looks great. Love the simplicity and the touches of greenary!

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  7. Tammy@Beatrice BanksMarch 2, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    Truly beautiful. Perfect touch of spring!

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  8. Erin @ 3 Meadow Lake CottageMarch 2, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    WOW - it is GORGEOUS!! I love the mix of greenery with the white and rustic wood. Your driftwood candle holder is so clever - looking forward to following your tutorial to make my own - thanks for sharing!!!
    ~Erin

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  9. HeatherMarch 2, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    Ooh, I'm really liking the pop of spring green!

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  10. A Thrifted MarketMarch 2, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    So fresh and pretty..love it!!

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  11. UnknownMarch 2, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    Kim this is so pretty I love all the white,

    Pattie

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  12. BrandiMarch 2, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    So pretty! I love the shade of green with the white. Your candle holder is jaw dropping gorgeous!

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  13. A Vintage VineMarch 2, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Kim it is beautiul! I'm drooling girly!!

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  14. cherylMarch 2, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Hello! I love your mantle and especially how the vivid green pops off that beautiful blue/grey wall. Soooo nice.

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  15. ChrissyMarch 2, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    Oh Kim.....thats so pretty and oh so spring like!!! Going to be a warm wet weekend,maybe the rest of the snow will GO AWAY!!! x0

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  16. KarenMarch 2, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    That looks so beautiful Kim. I am in love with the drift wood candle holder. Glad to see your not afraid of the faux plants and flower police LOL.

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  17. AlainaMarch 2, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    How beautiful! I am for sure going to be looking along the beach for some drift wood so I can make myself one. I love the way it all looks so beachy and fresh.

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  18. {northern cottage}March 2, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    Hi girlie - this is beautiful...so serene and fresh. well well done!

    I'm on my way to posting some freshening over at my place soon too...hope you can swing by for a visit sometime! www.northerncottage.blogspot.com

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  19. AnonymousMarch 2, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Great mix of textures, Kim! I like the fresh greenery with driftwood and glass. I'm drooling over those candle holders. I shouldn't have looked at them, haha, because now I want them :) Looks awesome! :)Michelle

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  20. Ali RichardsonMarch 2, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Gorgeous!! I really really love it, it looks so pretty.

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  21. michelleMarch 2, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    So fresh and beautiful Kim! I love the greens and the candle holders are perfect!! I am still have the driftwood candle holder on my list. I do need another piece though now that I found another spot for the one that I was going to use. Very pretty and ready for Spring!

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  22. Penny of This-N-ThatMarch 2, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    I love this it is such a clean and fresh look. Def has the spring look!

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  23. Robin JohnsonMarch 2, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    Beautiful job Kim. I of course love your driftwood candle holder - it's amazing. I also like the combo of green from the plants and the white of the candles. Togther it is such a pretty, classic look.

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  24. MariaelenaMarch 3, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    Hi Kim,
    I'm loving the simplicity of your spring mantel. I love the glass...simply elegant!!! You have the touch...I guess if you can start decorating for spring up in Canada I can get to it here in NY...Although as I write this it is 13 degrees outside....brrrrrr....

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  25. Amy@HomeRemediesRXMarch 3, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    Very pretty, Kim! I love your driftwood candleholder, makes my heart skip a beat... thanks for bringing some Spring to my day!

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  26. bethMarch 3, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Oh, my goodness Kim!! I love it so much! Your driftwood candle holder is awesome! I am going to have to try that.
    Thanks for sharing your beautiful Spring mantle! I am so excited for warmer weather and more sunshine! :)
    Beth.

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  27. Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of SuburbiaMarch 3, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    It's gorgeous! Love all of it exp the driftwood!
    XO
    Kristin

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  28. Katie OlthoffMarch 3, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Beautiful! I love the greens and white!

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  29. Lindy@Itsy Bitsy PaperMarch 3, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    The mantle looks so clean and beautiful. Your photos are great as well!
    http://itsybitsypaper.blogspot.com

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  30. Calypso In The CountryMarch 3, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    I just love that driftwood! The mantel really looks springy and fresh! Beautiful job!

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  31. Carla @ Hammers and High HeelsMarch 3, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    I love the way this looks! The drifwood is perfect with those little tea lights! PS- if you are interested I called your blog out for the Versatile Blogger Award, check out our latest post if you'd like, lots of linking up to do though! So if you ignore no biggie.
    http://hammersandhighheels.blogspot.com

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  32. Beverly {Flamingo Toes}March 4, 2011 at 1:00 AM

    This is so great!! I love your mantel - it is so fresh and spring-y. ;) That driftwood candle holder is fabulous too - I'll have to check out that tutorial!

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  33. Hootin AnniMarch 4, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    This just blew me away!!! I love it! I love EVERYTHING...but especially the branch candle holder. Amazing!

    My Flaunt It link: A Beautiful Girl

    Do stop by if you get a chance to visit. Happy Happy Rango Weekend.

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  34. Prudently Painted VintageMarch 4, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    beautiful! So fresh and springy feeling!

    Visiting from Chic on a Shoestring

    http://prudentlypaintedvintage.blogspot.com

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  35. Lucydesignsart.comMarch 4, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    beautiful! going to check out your driftwood candleholder....!

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  36. Brandy J.March 4, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    This is YOUR HOUSE!? Not something out of a magazine? This is stunning. Now I wish I had a corner spot to display things.

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  37. hilary@oldhousetrueloveMarch 4, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    absolutely stunning!

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  38. Alison AgnewMarch 4, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    gorgeous...love the driftwood and candles...new follower...would love for you to link up to my fridays unfolded @ http://www.stuff-and-nonsense.net/2011/03/fridays-unfolded-8.html

    blessings,

    alison
    stuff and nonsense

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  39. MelanieMarch 4, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    Hi Kim,
    I do indeed love your spring mantle! Like others have said, it looks so fresh and "clean". I especially love the tall green branches in the clear vase.

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  40. CarolynMarch 4, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    Hi Kim,
    I just found your beautiful blog today and I am enjoying it so much!

    Carolyn(P.E.I.)

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  41. Samantha2818March 4, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    Hi Kim,
    your mantel looks gorgeous. I'm glad someone else uses fake greens too! I can kill even the hardiest plants in minutes no matter how hard I try to keep them.
    I love the driftwood candle holder. I'll have to keep an eye out for a nice piece of driftwood this summer.
    ~Sam

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  42. Simone @ Doberman's by the SeaMarch 4, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    This is drop dead gorgeous. I heart everything.

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  43. Kristin @ Yellow Bliss RoadMarch 4, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    I'm jealous of the deep mantle. Mine is so shallow, there's not much chance for creating any kind of visual depth. This is just beautiful and I love, love the candle holder!!!

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  44. UnknownMarch 4, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    love it.. looks fresh, simple and clean

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  45. Linda@Coastal CharmMarch 5, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    It looks like Spring has already arrived at your nest! I’m having a giveaway...be sure to come by and check it out…it ends March 6.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  46. CarolMarch 5, 2011 at 12:40 AM

    I found you at Funky Junk and I have to tell you, those corner fireplaces seem challenging, but you would never know it by looking at yours. It is amazing! Would it be okay if I mentioned it on my blog?

    Carol
    antiquetexan.blogspot.com

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  47. driftwoodesignMarch 5, 2011 at 4:30 AM

    Perfect!! Lite, airy, casual elegance.
    Kristy @ 4 the love of WOOD
    http://4theloveofwood.blogspot.com

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  48. foreverdecoratingMarch 5, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    Ooooooh, Aaaaaah, I am loving this.

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  49. KimMarch 5, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Saw this on Funky Junk's SNS. So so pretty! It is certainly like breathing in spring looking at it and I LOVE your driftwood candle holder!

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  50. LorriMarch 5, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    That looks great! Very fresh with a fun pop of color!

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  51. Ali @ Honey and Maple SyrupMarch 5, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    I love your driftwood candle holder! And all the other elements are awesome too!

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  52. RobynMarch 5, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    Incredibly gorgeous mantle! I really LOVE that driftwood votive holder...genious! So glad you shared this on Sunday Showcase!

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  53. UnknownMarch 5, 2011 at 10:57 PM

    I love the clean fresh look you created with a few natural elements thrown in for a little warmth. Beautiful!

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  54. UnknownMarch 5, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    This is so soft, simple and elegant. The white and green is just perfect!

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  55. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~March 6, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Love your mantel!! It's so pretty and fresh feeling! i'm following your blog, would love if you'd follow me back! Thanks Have a good Sunday!

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  56. Erin @ The Little ApartmentMarch 6, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    very nice..I'm stopping by from The Antique Texan.. she pointed me in the direction of your mantle loveliness and I'm so glad that she did!

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  57. ChristineMarch 6, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    love the driftwood candle holder. love love love it. Nice job
    Christine
    greatoakcircle.com

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  58. Kelly @ Run With GlitterMarch 6, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    Very Pretty and inspiring! http://runwithglitter.blogspot.com/

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  59. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMarch 6, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    Just beautiful~ I love all the natural elements! Thank you for sharing at FNF! :)

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  60. ShirleyMarch 6, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    It looks beautiful! I love, love, love the driftwood candle holder! :)

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  61. UnknownMarch 7, 2011 at 2:15 AM

    It is nice services about Outdoor Wall Sconces. It is affordable services. It is looking very nice. I like its.

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  62. Tina@thriftingwithcake.blogspot.comMarch 10, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    Gorgeous! I just found your blog today via The Shabby Chic Cottage and Transformation Thursdays and I'm so glad I did! Your home is beautiful! I am so desperate for spring here in Minnesota. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  63. UnknownMarch 11, 2011 at 12:27 AM

    Seriously. i love your mantle. SO MUCH. and that stinkin cute wood tea light holder is so great. seriously awesome.

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  64. mybelleepoqueMarch 13, 2011 at 11:49 PM

    So gorgeous! Found you over at the Frugal Friday link party. :)

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  65. AnonymousMarch 15, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    I love the mantle particularly the drift wood with candles in it. Did you make that or buy it that way? Lovely job.

    Benita

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  66. Angie @ Thrifty Like MeMarch 27, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    This makes me want to visit the beach and find me some drift wood! Love it! The greenery is beautiful as well. Can I ask where you got it?

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  67. AnonymousMarch 28, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    I love it! The best mantle I have seen! I love those pottery barn candle holders! I have been eye balling them for a couple days =)

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  68. Finding HomeApril 7, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Really lovely in its simplicity. Take care, Laura

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  69. Jo-Anna@APrettyLifeApril 7, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    Very very pretty!
    Jo-Anna

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  70. SherriApril 8, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    stunning. love the driftwood! and how you used the candle stands for the flower pots.

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  71. Lynn @ UpCountry OlioMarch 20, 2012 at 5:03 PM

    What a beautiful salute to Spring!

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  72. alineSeptember 23, 2012 at 7:02 AM

    What a beautiful blog, glad to have found out about it.

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Thank you all so much for taking the time to leave a comment! Ilove reading each and every one.
Kim