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My Christmas Mantel 2012

December 4, 2012

It is finished, the mantel is done, put a bow on it and check that baby off the list.  Last week the mantel looked like this, thanks to my camera phone for capturing the pics.  We tried switching the wreath and bow out but then the wreath landed on the hearth and balls went everywhere.  It was a sad day.  Thank goodness for glue guns and alcohol, hot chocolate to get me through the repair process.

After staring at that for a few days I decided it just wasn’t the look I was going for.  After digging around in the basement I found the top half of my neighbor’s old door I had made him cut off before throwing out.  He thought I was crazy for wanting this.  I knew it would be something fabulous one day.

The chalkboard paint called to me from the storage room so I answered.  Some gold craft paint for the frame and we’re all set!

After impatiently waiting three days for the chalkboard paint to dry, I seasoned it up and was testing out my chalkboard writing skills when something horrible happened, the paint peeled!  After repainting the peeling spot, I came up with this brilliant mantel idea.  Maybe someone else has already done this, not really sure but I love it and that’s all that matters!

My mom knit us all our stockings with our names on them, they always go on the fireplace mantel.   I made the Christmas ball wreath a few years ago using balls from the dollar section at Target.  My mom also sewed up our tree skirt when we were first married.  I hate to say it, but I think we need a bigger skirt.

I’m still hoping to get some pillows for the couch but overall, this room is Done!

 

                                                             I’m hoping to work on the dining room this week and finish up the entryway.

 

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Comments

  1. Mom says

    December 4, 2012 at 4:55 am

    You must get your talent from your mom! haha Looks nice.

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  2. Janel@nelliebellie says

    December 4, 2012 at 4:58 am

    yes maam…that is waaayyy better!! You did a great job!

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  3. cassie says

    December 4, 2012 at 5:07 am

    it’s PERFECT the scale of the chalkboard and the wreath are just right!

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  4. Kristy Swain says

    December 4, 2012 at 5:37 am

    That looks awesome! Such a great idea!

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  5. Heart and Haven says

    December 4, 2012 at 7:03 am

    I LOVE that idea! Looks beautiful!

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  6. Laura @ Finding Home says

    December 4, 2012 at 8:33 am

    Been watching on Instagram – looks great! Take care, Laura

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  7. Kim @ Sand & Sisal says

    December 4, 2012 at 9:34 am

    I love the JOY! I need to make an ornament wreath sometime. They always look so pretty!

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  8. Vanessa says

    December 4, 2012 at 11:14 am

    I love it Ange! The chalkboard is just perfect and it looks so festive. Your tree is awesome too! Well done, my friend! 🙂
    Vanessa

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  9. Kathleen says

    December 4, 2012 at 7:41 pm

    What a clever idea !

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  10. Tiffany {Living Savvy} says

    December 4, 2012 at 9:20 pm

    This is way great! I love the chalkboard and the pop of color in the wreath! Super savvy idea!

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  11. Erin @ How to Nest for Less says

    December 4, 2012 at 9:31 pm

    Looks absolutely fabulous!!

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  12. michelle@decorandthedog says

    December 4, 2012 at 9:44 pm

    Looks great. I love the stockings!

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  13. Patience says

    December 5, 2012 at 2:05 am

    Love it!! Turned out fabulous!!! Instantly wanting to copy. Lol

    On a side note…what if you got one of those fur throws to use as a tree skirt. {if you want one of those anyways}. That way it can be double duty. Can you tell I’ve been trying to talk JB into one?

    xo. Patience

    whitelacquer.blogspot.com

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  14. Kelly @ View Along the Way says

    December 5, 2012 at 9:16 am

    So, SO pretty! You can reuse that chalkboard frame all year-round too!

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  15. Lisa @ A Room with a View says

    December 6, 2012 at 7:55 am

    You have such a warm and inviting room, Ange. I love that your mother knitted the gorgeous stockings – such a great touch! Look forward to seeing your dining room.

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  16. Pam @ Simple Details says

    December 9, 2012 at 1:10 pm

    Love yur JOY sign, Ange! Very clever and it will be so fun after the holidays, too! Your room looks so pretty and fresh, I always love seeing your white!

    Reply
  17. Carrie says

    December 9, 2012 at 9:59 pm

    Thanks for sharing at our Christmas Mantel Link party! Love the chalkboard and wreath combo!

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  18. Michelle @ Ten June says

    December 28, 2012 at 7:45 am

    Oh, I love the chalkboard sign! You’re smarter than the average bear, using that wreath as the “O” in joy. Why haven’t I thought of that?! 🙂

    Reply

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