Wednesday, January 16, 2013

An Unexpected Valentine Mantel

Greetings, friends!

Gone is the glitter, faux snow and reindeer; however, one thing that didn't have to leave after Christmas were splashes of red ... thanks to Valentine's Day! 

After running into World Market a couple of weeks ago to grab one "little" thing, I found myself unexpectedly loading a NOT-so-little thing into my car.  That purchase then became the surprise focal point for our Valentine's Day mantel:


Of course, I *then* found my car driving on auto pilot to Michael's to find a few goodies to complement such unexpected purchase! First, I spotted simple, inexpensive red vases to add faux florals (already had on hand): 


Next, while there, I found a pack of red and pink hearts, which I would later embellish with smaller Martha Stewart adhesive hearts and hang at varying heights across the mantel:


And, what's Valentine's Day without Cupid?  These cuties were actually part of a gift bag ... I simply detached them from the bag and gave them a spot on the mantel, as well, along with a few, scattered rose petals:  



Plain, white candles were given a bit of Valentine whimsy by adding layers of decorative ribbon:


Lastly, after finding these cute, adhesive tiles, I thought it'd be fun to frame them:  


One last peek at our unexpected Valentine mantel:


Thanks for stopping by ... hope to see your unexpected additions, too!

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43 comments:

  1. Love your mantel, it looks so pretty! Thanks for stopping by!

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  2. It all looks just "love"ly my friend!! So many wonderful details! :-)
    Vanessa

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  3. The mantel looks fabulous, Becca! It's amazing how much "trouble" we can get into with one little stop.

    Carol

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  4. What a beautiful "unexpected" purchase, Becca! Your mantle looks so pretty, fun, and romantic....perfect for Valentines Day! I really like your new focal point picture....I want!! ;) Thanks for sharing! XO ~Liz

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  5. Beautiful Becca....I so love the "Seek Happiness" canvas...what a great find!....

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  6. Such a SWEET look:) Luv that cute framed "Be Mine".

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  7. Omg. My car has auto pilot too! What a sweet matel.

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  8. Very, very cute, Becca!! You have so many great ideas and they all work together. You are all set for Valentines Day! :)

    XO,
    Jane

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  9. Looks fantastic. Love the Seek happiness. I love red and white any time! XO, Pinky

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  10. All this time I've been reading your blog & had no idea you lived in L.R., until I saw it on FB. I thought you lived in FL, for some reason. I hope you've left something in the stores for me b/c I'm heading to NMB tomorrow! Your Valentine's mantel looks great. I went to Michael's tonight, and had no luck. Glad you found some good stuff. My suv auto-pilots to Home Goods. ;o)

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  11. Becca, you just never cease to amaze me! Your mantel is wonderful! You always find the cutest things and make them look spectacular!

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  12. Wow Becca you really know how to go all out for Valentines Day! Beautiful. Would love it if you came by and shared it at http://www.onemoretimeevents.com/2013/01/share-it-one-more-time-linky-party-and.html

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  13. That mantle is BURSTING with Valentine vibes. So sweet! Love the new art too Becca :)

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  14. Love it Becca! Your Valentine Mantel is adorable and I love your new purchase.

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  15. love it all , you seem to have a great eye for special pieces that are just waiting for the "Becca" touch xoxo

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  16. Becca, your mantel looks fabulous! Love your new canvas art and all the Valentine's decor looks just gorgeous! Very pretty!

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  17. Your mantle looks so super cute! Love the canvas! It's amazing how one good thing can lead to another good thing ...or finds should I say! ;)

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  18. Very pretty, Becca! Don't you love those run ins for one "little" thing! : )

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  19. Becca your mantel always looks fabulous!! LOVE the picture! The little hearts hanging form the mantel are so cute!

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  20. Wonderful mantel, the flowers are simply divine and your talent at layering shows again!

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  21. Looks adorbs Becca! I've seen that print before and always loved it. So sweet, vintage and colorful. Makes a great focal point on your mantle!
    xoxo,
    Kim

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  22. Wow that's just perfect. I've always loved that print and it works well for Valentines.

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  23. Your mantle looks so gorgeous!!!

    Kathy

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  24. How fun and so pretty. I love your Valentine's vignette. The Seek Happiness picture is wonderful. Hugs, Marty

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  25. You are GOOD!!!!!! :-) I love how your car just drives itself to Michaels! Ha! You are too funny!

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  26. Looks great! I have that same art work and absolutely love it. It is such a nice reminder to see daily!

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  27. Very pretty Becca! I love the sign so much! Everything looks wonderful together.

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  28. Love the framed tiles and the entire mantle decor. Now I'm in the mood for Valentine's Day!

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  29. LOVE the unexpected purchase at world market. I am going to see if our local one has it. It is just what I need for my new apartment...when I finally get moved in. The mantle is beautiful!!! But that doesn't surprise me...you only do beautiful!!

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  30. I've eyed that piece at World Market and have always wanted to find a place to use it. You did a great job of making it a part of your gorgeous Valentine's mantle. Love, love, love it all!

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  31. Love is in the air! Love those tile decals!
    Kelly

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  32. Beautiful Valentines mantle Becca! Perfect!
    Hope you have a wonderful weekend!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  33. I love your mantel! That unexpected find is gorgeous, beautiful details all around!

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  34. Becca,

    I love all of the Valentine "pretties"! And I love your blog!

    I'm your newest Follower!

    Jan ♥

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  35. Beautiful! Your projects are always so pretty! I just stopped by and liked your facebook page too! :) Have a great weekend!

    www.mendezmanor

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  36. I fell in love with your blog!it's full of great ideas!
    Hope you want to come visit my country "home":
    www.ce-que-je-aime.blogspot.it

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  37. Looks very festive! LOVE the sign! Of course, red is my color. :)

    xo
    Pat

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  38. That could not be more perfect Becca. I have always admired that picture when I go into World Market.

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  39. Thanks for the great ideas! So pretty and festive!

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