Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Fall Harvest Mantel - A little Paint is all it takes





I finished decorating my Mantel for Fall


I just kept it simple this year, total cost $0, since that is what my budget is


I had everything I used, I did paint the pumpkins and Shutters, I wanted to go with Fall colors, but not bright. I mixed a little rust paint with yellow, added a little brown, to make the mustard color. Added  some un-sanded grout to make it "chalk" paint. I think I like the results


I spray painted an old gold candlestick black, then saned off some of the black to expose the gold


The Indian corn I picked up over the summer at yard sales for 50 cents


The deer horns are my husbands, old books, an old camera, brought in from other rooms in the house

 
An old cage sits on spray painted candle holder, both previous thrift store finds

 
The dried hydrangeas and pine cones are from my yard


Beside the fireplace is an old Army Locker (I think) from my Grandfathers garage


 
The Goose is from my Dad he had a small collection of Duck's Unlimited carvings





I haven't finished the hearth, yet...





Have a wonderful Day!

Thank you for visiting with me today, hopefully you have been inspired in some small way...

Please leave a comment so I know you were here, they really do make my day!

God's Blessing to you and your families, have a wonderful day

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20 comments:

  1. Michele M./ Finch RestOctober 23, 2012 at 10:30 PM

    Wow- what an interesting eclectic Autumn mantel - love it, so unique.

    Well done!

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  2. DanielleOctober 24, 2012 at 5:22 AM

    Very welcoming...I love the shutters!! The best part is you did it for 0 cost and got a million dollar look...makes you want to light a fire, grab a good book, and snuggle under a nice warm comforter.

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  3. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsOctober 24, 2012 at 5:24 AM

    Very pretty, Lorrie! Love the color scheme. I especially like that you didn't have to buy anything but used what you had.

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  4. Sonny GOctober 24, 2012 at 6:29 AM

    I think it looks Fabulous an very unique.. you made beauty on a zero budget and it doesnt get better than that..

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  5. UnknownOctober 24, 2012 at 7:18 AM

    Love it. You did a great job on the paint you mixed up too.

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  6. TinaOctober 25, 2012 at 7:47 AM

    I love the eclectic look! You did a wonderful job.

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  7. Donna WilkesOctober 25, 2012 at 8:24 PM

    The distressed colors, the textures, and the shapes create such a warm and lovely vignette for this space!

    Distressed Donna Down Home

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  8. AudreyOctober 26, 2012 at 7:01 PM

    hi Lorrie ... found you on Debbiedoo's and knew it was your post even before I opened it. I love your style and your fireplace looks so great. Having the arched cove in the middle makes decorating so interesting. The shutters look really nice too and you did a great job with the paint. I need to pin it and copy you.
    Blessings,
    Audrey Z. http://audreyzumwalt.blogspot.com/
    Timeless Treasures

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  9. TammyOctober 26, 2012 at 7:02 PM

    What a beautiful mantle! Love it! Thank you for sharing this at Rustic Restorations Weekend!

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  10. Vintage Paint and more...October 27, 2012 at 7:22 AM

    I love this mantle - you show how to make something so interesting and beautiful without spending a dollar. Thank you for sharing - found you through Saturday Night Special.

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  11. Vintage Paint and more...October 27, 2012 at 7:23 AM

    I am a new follower. Love your blog......

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  12. Marti @ SewLicious Home DecorOctober 28, 2012 at 2:26 AM

    I love this, this is very creative! I have a SHOW-case Craft Showcase going on this weekend if you would like to be a part of! :)

    http://sew-licious.blogspot.com/2012/10/show-licious-craft-showcase-5.html

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  13. Marti @ SewLicious Home DecorOctober 29, 2012 at 3:43 AM

    That is beautiful! Thank you for participating at SHOW-licious Craft Showcase! :) I host it every weekend, I hope you return to post more of your great things!

    Have a great week!

    http://sew-licious.blogspot.com

    xoxo,
    Marti

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  14. AnonymousOctober 29, 2012 at 4:50 AM

    Beautiful!!! Love how you painted the candle stick!
    Also how you pulled all the other eclectic items together!

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  15. PamelaOctober 30, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    Lorrie you mantle is just beautiful! Thanx for sharing with us at THT.

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  16. AnonymousOctober 31, 2012 at 6:58 AM

    Your mantle is one of the nicest I've seen. Very original and everything has a story and a history to it! Just LOVE how warm it is! GREAT JOB!!!! Ana

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  17. Celestina MarieNovember 1, 2012 at 8:12 AM

    Hi Lorrie,
    WOW your fireplace mantel is amazing. I love it's charm and interest. You are so talented. Thank you for sharing. Hugs, Celestina Marie

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  18. One More Time EventsNovember 1, 2012 at 9:41 PM

    Hi Lorrie, Just stopping by first to thank you for linking up to Share It One More Time and second to let you know you have been featured. Please come by and grab your featured button and link up to the next party.http://www.onemoretimeevents.com/2012/11/share-it-one-more-time-features.html

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  19. Kathy HNovember 3, 2012 at 6:55 AM

    Love the rustic look you created. Thanks for sharing.

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  20. debNovember 4, 2012 at 1:22 PM

    Beautiful!
    *hugs*deb

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