Greetings, friends!
I'm happy to be part of a "Deck the Halls" tour where 11 other bloggers and I will be "virtually" sharing more of our Christmas homes today and tomorrow.
I'm happy to be part of a "Deck the Halls" tour where 11 other bloggers and I will be "virtually" sharing more of our Christmas homes today and tomorrow.
Admittedly, one of my most favorite things to decorate for the season is our mantel. And, after thinking and thinking … annnnnd thinking how to dress it up this year, I decided to bring back a few of our nutcrackers from Christmas' past!
Glittery nutcrackers are my favorite … I especially love when the sunlight hits them in the late afternoon, casting "bling" all over the room.
And, while I started out with a simple, leafy garland, I soon realized I wasn't kidding anybody but myself and simply had to have more … sooooo, lots of mesh, glitter ribbon, snowflakes and ornaments made their way up there.
I layered a plain wreath from Michael's over our mirror and then dressed it up a bit by adding leftover ornaments and a strand of lights. And, after searching for something to add to the middle of our mantel, I was pleasantly surprised when I opened a box to find our forgotten "Christmas" sign. (Don't you just love forgotten purchases?!) Thank you, HomeGoods!
"Pencily" trees (from Michael's) also got a bit of bling with tinier ornaments:
Our handsome nutcrackers stand guard by the fire,
making sure that no one takes off with the presents!
I love the ambiance of the lights … especially in the evening.
Thanks so much for visiting our Christmas mantel! Be sure and visit these amazingly talented ladies who will, undoubtedly, dazzle you with their beautiful Christmas creativity!
Linking up with:
HomeGoods/Holiday Home Linky Party
Savvy Southern Style/WUW
Thrifty Decor Chick/Christmas Party
Becca, I adore your glittery garland and nutcracker flanked mantel! What a fun Christmas sign too...so festive and full of cheer with the blazing fireplace! It definitely puts me in the Christmas spirit!
ReplyDeleteI have no words….but if I could muster up one….stunning!!!
ReplyDeleteLove your creativeness….awesome, totally!
Pamie G.
Becca, this is of course beautiful as you always do. You have such a beautiful mantel to dress and are very gifted at decking it out!
ReplyDeleteSTUNNING my friend!! Love the nutcrackers and love the pencil trees in the white urns! Your mantel always looks fabulous!
ReplyDeleteOMG how stunning Becca, it is just beautiful and love that you used traditional Christmas colors.
ReplyDeleteBecca, I love the glitz and glamor that you created on your mantle. It is truly stunning. I used to use very large nutcrackers, too, but didn't put them out this year!
ReplyDeleteThanks so very much, Pamela … truly appreciate it!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so, so much, Mary … such a kind thing to say! :)
ReplyDeleteYou and your mantel never disappoint! What would anything you do without bling be like? I hate to even think of that thought!! Happy Holidays to you and your family. I hope I will see you soon.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!! Absolutely beautiful Becca. Happy Holidays!!
ReplyDeleteBecca, just stunning! I so look forward every year for your mantle reveal. You are so talented and such an inspiration to me. Can't wait to see the rest of your Holiday decor.
ReplyDeleteBecca, I adore your mantel! I have waited to see what you decided to do this year! Your seasonal home is always a favorite stop of mine! I love the nutcrackers and the pencil trees! Your mantel is gorgeous! Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous and festive, Becca!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas!
Oh Becca, it looks beautiful! You always do such a great job with your mantel decorating! Love the nutcrackers and your garland and how everything brings your eye from up high, down to the hearth.
ReplyDeleteEverything looks beautiful! You did a great job on the garland and I'm in love with the giant nutcrackers. That's something to look for on sale after Christmas for next year.
ReplyDeleteBecca...Stunning!!! I wish I had your talent!! I've never seen glittery nutcrackers and if I do find some I'll be sure to snatch them up, they're gorgeous. I also love the pencil trees, that's my style!
ReplyDeleteYour home is always so festive at Christmas Becca! This year it's gorgeous too! Love your mantel!!!
ReplyDeleteOh you did it again Becca!!….The mantel is fabulous! I can just imagine someone walking into your home and just "gasping" over the beauty of it!….Gorgeous job as always Becca!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Susan! If you have an Old Time Pottery near you, pay them a visit as that's where I found most of my glittery nutcrackers.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Pat!! Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteThank you so very much, Margaret! Happy Holidays!
ReplyDeleteOh my word! Becca if mantels had their own kingdom you would be their queen! I love it all so much my friend and as usual stand in awe of your talent!!
ReplyDeleteVanessa
Wow, where have I been? Cannot believe I missed seeing your gorgeous mantel, Becca! The nutcrackers are so adorable, and I just love all the glimmery, shimmery bits and baubs that you've added!
ReplyDeleteColorful, sparkly, & stunning! Love the nutcrackers & all the ribbon and bows you used. Intricate and beautiful. What a happy happy Christmas mantel! Love it!!
ReplyDeleteIt's about flipping time you showed me your mantel!! :-) I have been waiting so long!!!! It is just gorgeous as ever and I love that you brought the nutcrackers back! I Love It!!!
ReplyDeleteNow... when do I get to see more???
ReplyDeleteSo festive and fun! I'll be over for a peppermint martini - jumping in my sleigh now!
ReplyDeleteKelly
Hi Becca, wow your mantel is gorgeous! Thank you for joining our link party. It's nice to make new friends. Happy holidays. HomeGoods
ReplyDeleteSo pretty Becca~ I always love seeing your mantels!!! Sharing and happy to be partying with you!!
ReplyDeleteI don't know how you do it...every year you reinvent your mantel and it's always amazing! Love those little trees from Michaels. And really...it wouldn't be "Becca" without that bling! Happy Holidays girl!
ReplyDeleteOh, Becca, your mantel is just beautiful! I love all of your colors! You are just amazing in your ideas of what to do and it always turns out most gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteBe a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Love your decorations!
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I love your festive and striking mantel. Looks like a magazine! This has been a great tour. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteYour mantels are always stunning and this one doesn't disappoint! You are so talented! Happy to be part of the Deck the Halls tour with you :)
ReplyDeleteHi Becca,
ReplyDeleteyour home is just lovely! Can you tell me where you found the framed postcards/envelopes?
I just love those!!
Jenny M
I am loving that tall nutcracker!
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