ic Kathe With an E: Fall Mantle Decor

Sunday, September 14, 2014

Fall Mantle Decor

Fall.  The date may say it is still Summer.   The day time temperatures definitely say it's still Summer (minus that little dusting of snow we got last week. Yes.It.Snowed.Here.). But, once the sun sets, the chill and crisp air say it's Fall.  Time to get out my bins and set up my Fall mantle decor.
Fall Mantel Decor
I am still keeping my inner pledge to keep any of my decor simple and understated.  Not to say it's been easy. I do have to rein it in every now and then. 
Fall Mantel Decor
Just a few loved items make up the mantel for the Fall season.
Fall Mantel Decor
You may remember this pretty pumpkin from my post last week. The copper owl was a gift from my dear MIL.
Fall Mantel Decor
In the center, under the clock, a small ceramic white pumpkin sits in a pile of leaves.
Fall Mantel Decor
You can't tell but it is cradled in a beautiful faux candlewick candy dish that was a housewarming gift from my dear blogging friend, Barbara.
Fall Mantel Decor

Fall Mantel Decor
The left side of the mantel is another copper owl from the MIL.  Yes, she got me two of them! The candle sticks and candles I have had forever now. The little plate was also from my recent shopping trip. A single leafy garland finishes it up.
Fall Mantel Decor
I have been wanting a basket to put near the fireplace to hold blankets and throws in the colder months.  When I saw this one, on clearance, at Michael's I knew it was perfect! A few seasonal gourds, ceramic acorns and ears of colorful corn atop a fall throw, makes the hearth feel even warmer and cozier.
Fall Mantel Decor
Another faux pumpkin and a tall metal urn are all that was needed for the right side of the fireplace. 
Fall Mantel Decor
I added the banner I made several years ago across the front and called it done.
Fall Mantel Decor

Fall Mantel Decor

Fall Mantel Decor

Fall Mantel Decor


Fall Mantel Decor
Are you ready for Fall?  Have you started to decorate yet?


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21 comments:

  1. Wow I love those niches above fireplaces that are all smooth like stucco! Such a great fall mantle. I need to make one of those banners one of these days!

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  2. It looks so lovley and Autumn-y! I am totally impressed with the "holding yourself back" part! Good job!

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  3. Your mantel looks quite nice, very Autumny. You did great job holding back, know the feeling. I asked hubs to get my fall box out yesterday and he went into a fit about it's still summer and not fall and not ready to see all that "crap" out all over. Sheesh, think I got the message. That's about only thing I've done except put couple things up on our shutter shelf (faux mantel). Haven't been ready to do the Fall stuff yet but had no idea he had such strong feelings about my decorating.
    I love that niche above your fireplace, perfect for decorating any season, any reason. You did lovely job putting things up there without getting carried away. ( guess that's what hubs was trying to tell me?)

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  4. Looks so good. Love the pumpkins and the owls! Also the white pumpkins on the hearth are perfect. That throw is cute!! You are doing well in keeping it simpler. :)
    hugs,
    Linda

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  5. Hi Kathe- this looks perfect! I'm with you on keeping it simple. Looks like you found a very nice throw and I like the pumpkins on top!

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  6. Your vignette in the niche is fabulous. I love the copper owls. Thank you for bringing fall to Make It Monday!

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  7. Beautiful Kathe! I don't typically decorate for fall until October. I still try to squeeze everything I can out of summer in September. I love that basket with the blankets. So cozy!

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  8. I'm really loving the creamy white pumpkins and gourds, but at the same time, I love your cinnamon colored candles and the owls. Very fun vignette!!

    Lory
    Designthusiasm.com

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  9. It all looks beautiful Kathe - but I'm stuck on the sentence that says SNOW -
    Dear God - it's too soon?
    It snowed in Calgary last week too - and THIS is why I don't like Fall lol
    We're supposed to have a warm week here in Montreal - my fingers are crossed.
    Did I mention I love your mantel? ( it's all about me, see? )
    xoxo

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  10. I'm crazy about mantles and all the vignettes that can be done on them. Crazy as it is, 3 of our fireplaces either don't have a mantle or one that is too narrow to do much with. Out of frustration, I put a 2x12 rustic piece of wood over the fourth one so I, too, can decorate a mantle!

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  11. What a great mantle. I love the recessed area! Such a wonderful area to decorate for each season. Thanks for linking to the In and Out of the Kitchen Link Party!

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  12. Your mantle looks great, Kathe...and that clock is perfect for the niche.
    Have a wonderful week.

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  13. I love your fall decor Kathe. I hope to get my decor done this weekend. I love to keep it up all the way till November.

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  14. It looks wonderful! bring n the Autumn temperatures. It was 92 degrees yesterday and today it will be 90...Hugs and Thank you for sharing and for linking up to the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop.

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  15. Beautiful mantle...I changed mine over Labor Day weekend! Love autumn decor. Thanks for sharing with the Thursday Blog Hop!

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  16. Looks great Kathe! Found you on the Bacon Time with the Hungry Hypo link up =)

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  17. Love the beautiful colors of fall Kathe! Your mantle looks so festively beautiful! Thanks for sharing it with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  18. Thanks for coming and linking up at #The Weekend Social. Please be sure to come back next week starting Thursdays at 9PM EST on KitchenDreaming.com ! I hope to see you there!

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  19. Looks great Kathe! Thanks for joining HSH!

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  20. Your mantle turned out great!!
    Stopping by from the #sitsgirls
    ~Becky with Choose Happy

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