Merry & Bright Mantel

I like to decorate a little different every year for Christmas. This year I decided on bright colors. I was going for a bright, cheery and simple look.

One of the things I’m really proud of is how little money I spend on seasonal decorating. I did make a little splurge  this year, but it was only $8. I found this garland at one of my favorite antique shops in Cedar City. It’s real tinsel with little glass ball ornaments attached.

I gathered white and clear candlesticks from around the house then simply added the brightly colored ornaments on top.

Then I wove the garland around the candlesticks. I love the simplicity of it but also how bright and bold it is.

The last thing I did was add a little vinyl for a whimsical look. I’m going to have small ones in the house this Christmas so it was the perfect touch without having something hanging down.

I’ll have a tutorial for the wreath up by tomorrow. Merry Christmas!

{ 12 comments… add one }
  • Cindie Wilding December 10, 2012, 8:37 am

    Please tell me about the lettering. Is it something that sticks to the surface magnetically? I love it! I want it!

  • Melissa December 10, 2012, 8:57 am

    So cute friend! What a bright cheerful spot. Happy Holidays!! Hope to see you soon.

  • McKenzie @ Girl Loves Glam December 10, 2012, 9:12 am

    This is so pretty! I love the contrast between the crisp white and all of those fun colors!

  • Meagan December 10, 2012, 10:19 am

    Fabulous colors! Love the candlestick+ornament combo. How clever. I’ll have to remember that….

  • Debra December 10, 2012, 11:18 am

    I love this. I love the garland. It is gorgeous. I want to come nick it off your mantel.

  • Carly December 10, 2012, 12:11 pm

    I love this! The Vinyl is adorable and I can’t wait to see how you made the wreath. I am a huge fan of all the fun colors!

  • Leslie December 10, 2012, 9:23 pm

    EEEEEEEEEEEEeeeeeeeeeeee! It’s so cheerful and playful!
    How fun!
    The kids will love it!

  • Wanda Ann @ Memories by the Mile December 12, 2012, 6:54 pm

    I Love your mantle, I LOVE the vinyl and the color. It is Very Merry Christmasy.
    Would love for you to visit me at memoriesbythemile.com
    I am following you by feedburner and facebook.
    Wanda Ann

  • Jaime December 12, 2012, 11:28 pm

    This is so fun!! I’d love for you to come link this up at my party!

  • Jamie December 13, 2012, 3:33 pm

    This is so cute! Love all of the bright colors!

  • Stephanie December 15, 2012, 8:46 am

    Love how bright and cheery it is! And sparkly! So cute!

  • Roeshel December 18, 2012, 7:26 pm

    It’s so fun! I’m loving colorful Christmas this year too! Beautiful job!

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