My Winter 2012 Mantel

As promised, here is a picture overload of My Winter 2012 Mantel.



First, I need you to know that it is challenging to decorate my mantel because it is over 8 1/2 feet long and is  5 1/2 feet high. The height makes it difficult because, one is viewing the mantel in an upward fashion vs. straight on. The sheer size of the mantel makes it hard to decorate because I have to fill the space with more decor for a cozy look.

Now let's dissect my mantel...In pictures!

I purchased this Britney Lowe Snowman with my Christmas $$!

Using 1/2 gal. Ball jars, I filled them with tree limbs from my backyard and Epsom Salt.

This candle from JoAnn's is filled with Christmas lights and is on a timer for auto night lighting.

I decoupaged 1916 Chopin sheet music to this candle, then wrapped in burlap & vintage buckle.

Ah, there is one of my songbirds.You can view more about him HERE.

I made this star wreath from 1916 Chopin sheet music and finished with a burlap rose in the center.

I made the center flowers with book pages and sheet music. And embellished with glitter snowflakes, the word 'snow' and burlap ruffles.

I made this star simply by hot gluing buttons onto paper then gluing that onto sheet music and setting it in a frame. Very easy, especially if you collect old buttons.

I hope you liked my snowflake and star themed Winter 2012 Mantel. Coming soon, "The night look" of my mantel.

NOTE: You should be able to click on most of the pictures to enlarge to see further details.
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