Now that the front veranda is all spiffed up for Fall and the bedroom has transformed into a warmer, relaxing palette, I though it was about time to complete the mantel with a warm seasonal welcome.
I am often asked about how to dress up a mantel so I thought I’d capture the step by step action of putting this one together. There’s also a few pics of a few other Autumn touches around the room. Hope it inspires you to get to work on your own 
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| Before- A blank canvas… |
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| After- A warm welcome! |
Start with a basic vase…
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| I added some “Twilight twigs” so my mantel will have some sparkle and shimmer at night…. |
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| I added some basic silk flower branches in a vibrant orange/rust for a pop of colour…. |
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| A round lantern adds another shape to the mix for more interest… |
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| A candle picks up the same colour tones as the flowers…. |
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| A few faux pumpkins are tucked into the lantern … |
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| A few real mini pumpkins are added to the mantel… |
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| A couple of white ceramic pumpkins( I found at a local grocery store for $6 /each) are added to either side of the mantel…. |
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| To add more interest and balance, a pair of white ceramic birds are tucked in by the pumpkins…. |
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| A berry garland tucked in amongst all the pieces adds wonderful texture and another burst of colour…. |
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| A sweet owl garland adds softness while spelling out the season…. Voila…..the mantel is complete!  |
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| A few Reese’s Pieces in an apothecary jar add colour and fun on a scrapbook paper lined tray, on the end table… |
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| A mosaic glass bowl becomes a great coffee table piece with the addition of a candle holder, some rattan spheres and some fall beaded garland. |
Hope you all have a truly wonderful weekend! Perhaps you’ll find some time to do some Fall decorating in your own homes. Whatever you do….enjoy!!
~Katrina
What a pretty room! I love how you showed us step by step the decorating of your mantle :^)
Thanks Tracey….so glad you stopped by!
It's absolutely lovely, Katrina! I can't even decide what my favorite thing is because I like it all so much!
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Thanks PJ….so happy to have you here
So pretty! I love the Owl bunting and the Reese's Pieces in a candy jar! I am going to 'copy' that one. Although anything having to do with chocolate or peanut butter doesnt last long in our house!
Thanks for your comments Jamie! I must admit though…chocolate and peanut butter doesn't last long in our house either
Very beautiful! I especially love the sweet owl garland.
Thanks Ashley!