Thursday, August 18, 2011

A Summer Mantel

Hey my friends!

I realize I’m a little late showing photos of my summer mantel, but better late than never, right?? 

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I replaced the large IKEA hanging lanterns with the ball jars.

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Added old books, lavender, and greenery.

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And propped another old window in front of the fireplace.

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I like that pop of color the ball jars bring to the white.

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These photos were taken last week.  This week ALL of our flowers in the garden are already gone.  The heat here has just been too much to bear.

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Well, thanks for stopping in to visit :)  I love having all of you to talk to, and share my love for farmhouse stuff.

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Come see all the fun ideas over at Laurie Anna's Farmhouse Friday

and

Debra's Vintage Inspiration Friday

and

Donna's Saturday Nite Special

Blessings,

Becky C

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29 comments:

  1. Rachel Noelle PallasAugust 18, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    LOVE your beautiful mantel!! xo Rachel

    French Farmhouse 425

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  2. UnknownAugust 18, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    Very pretty, Becky!

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  3. raggygirlvintageAugust 19, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    It's charming Becky, I love how the white really showcases all your pretties, and the flowers in the Ball jars are a lovely touch. I've got a chippy window frame mirror, books and the same candlestick, we must have great taste!
    Tracey

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  4. Linda@Coastal CharmAugust 19, 2011 at 2:26 AM

    Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful farmhouse style mantel...love it!!!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  5. Funky Junk InteriorsAugust 19, 2011 at 3:13 AM

    Gorgeous! And I"m totally in LOVE with the hanging ball jar with flowers. So sweet!

    Donna

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  6. Daphne Nicole & Lynda CadeAugust 19, 2011 at 4:43 AM

    Hi Becky, your mantel is so pretty and I love the hanging jars!!!
    hugs~~~ Daphne

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  7. HomeroadAugust 19, 2011 at 6:15 AM

    It was worth waiting for! I love the blue jar!
    Susan

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  8. HWIT BLOGGAugust 19, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    A beautiful mantel...lovely things!
    Have a nice weekend!
    Titti

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  9. Lori @ Katies Rose Cottage DesignsAugust 19, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    Your mantel is just gorgeous!!
    Thank you for sharing it with us :)
    xoxo
    Lori

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  10. BECKYAugust 19, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    So lovely, Becky! Such a fresh, cozy, comfy look! Love the brick, too! You have wonderful style gal!
    Hugs,
    Becky

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  11. Amy KinserAugust 19, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    It looks gorgeous, my friend. I love the window propped in front and the little twine garland. The ball jars look perfect on either side. Everything is perfect, as usual, in my opinion..just perfect.

    Love you all...

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  12. Mona Kay GormanAugust 19, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    Just gorgeous!! I absolutely MUST dig that old window out of my shed & hang it, thanks for the inspiration!!

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  13. Sunflowers With SmilesAugust 19, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Love the mantel look and the fresh flowers!!!

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  14. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    Your summer mantle looks beautiful, Becky! How funny... I did the same thing with one of my vintage windows for a little fireplace redo I did for September Cottage of the Month. :)
    Hope you have a great weekend!!
    xoxo,
    Jo

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  15. AngelaAugust 19, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    The jars look gorgeous hanging there!

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  16. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageAugust 19, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Very nice! Love the fresh white flowers. This is a farmhouse look that I love!

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  17. Carey's Farmhouse KitchenAugust 19, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    I love the way you used the Ball jars as a vase!

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  18. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    So pretty Becky! The color of the jars does look really pretty with all of your other sweet accessories!

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  19. The Kramer AngleAugust 19, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    I love the architectural elements!

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  20. TamathaAugust 19, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    Very pretty and so summery!

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  21. Faded CharmAugust 19, 2011 at 11:17 PM

    Love your idea of propping a window in the mantel's opening. It truly is a summery looking mantel:-)

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  22. UnknownAugust 20, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    Just lovely. SO unique! You have the prettiest things and display them so nicely!

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  23. ReviAugust 21, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    You've achieved a clean , crisp look with lots of texture and charm! Lovely.

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  24. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEAugust 21, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    Love the window in front of the fireplace...in fact...I just like the whole vignette!

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  25. UnknownAugust 22, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    Lovely picture's on your beautifull blog.
    I am a new follower,
    greetings from Belgium,
    Sonja

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  26. AnonymousAugust 22, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    I'm also a new follower and cannot wait to read more!!! Beautiful blog and home.

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  27. StephanieAugust 22, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Love the Ball jars - great way to add color!

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  28. UnknownAugust 23, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    What a pretty, summery mantel! I'm always looking for new ideas. I'm adding myself as a new follower...Hope you can pop in and see me sometime! :)

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  29. Miss Gracie's HouseAugust 25, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    I LOVE it...why is it that a canning jar can bring such beauty?!! What is the little white flower called? My flowers are looking peaked, too...hopefully when it cools off we'll get another round before winter.
    Rene

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