So maybe you remember that I don’t have a mantel in this house. Of course, as you know, I am moving at the end of the month (yes, again) and I will have a fireplace. However, the last 4 months I have not, so I created my fake “mantel”. I’m really behind in showing you this… moving everytime you take a breath does that to a person, lol! Nonetheless, I made it before the end of summer and that was the goal here ; ) So here it i:
my summer mantel
It’s technically the top of a dresser, but hey, it works!
What do you think of my window screen… it came with the rental.. hehe! And I’m pretty sure I can take it since the windows were replaced and you can’t use these anymore. Don’t have to twist my arm ; )
My favorite part: The Yarn Pom Pom’s…. and my attempt at an ombre pom pom. Not quite what I imagined, but I didn’t try to fix it either. It works for me! I’m going to try and perfect that though, I’ll let you know when I do.
Those are real sticks on the pom poms. I just kinda stuck the pom pom on top until it stayed. Super easy!
You might recognize my paint chip banner banner from a few weeks ago. I used a fabulous nesting die from Lifestyle Crafts. You can check out the tutorial if you want!
I am loving chalkboard right now! I used some chalkboard paper I got from Pick Your Plum and inserted it into my frame. Try not to dwell on the hideous handwriting. I’m terrible. I always wanted to be one of those people that draw the awesome chalkboard things that you see in restaurants. Guess that just wasn’t my calling ; )
So this is what you see when you walk into my front door…. at least for the next few weeks! I already have plans for my fall “mantel”. I know that was fast right?
Do you have a fake mantel? I’d love to see yours!
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I love it! Adorable. Great little pom-poms :)
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Thanks Elaine! The pom poms just made it so much fun for me! Thanks for stopping by!
I love your FAUX mantle! I don’t have a mantle either. I have been known to use a large dresser as my “mantle.” I think that Pom pom’s are my favorite part!
Great job my friend!
Tausha
http://www.sassystyleredesign.com/2012/05/how-to-fake-mantle-when-you-dont-have.html
(this is the link to look at my faux mantle)
Thanks again Tausha! I stopped by your blog earlier and I love what you did!
Love it all – the colors are adorable
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Thanks Kristy! Have a great weekend!
I absolutely love your mantle! You pulled everything together to create a fresh, welcoming mantle filled with beautiful summer colors and textures! I am particularly fond of the wood background. Great job! Have a wonderful weekend!
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Thanks Jessica! Hope you have a great weekend too!
I love.love.love everything about your “mantel”! I too don’t have a real mantel, but should soon and am so excited!!
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Thanks so much! I love changing something up with each season and holiday so I had to find something that would do :)
It looks so cute! I love the colors and the pom poms. We are making lots of pom poms these days, they are so fun!
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Thank you! Yes, pom poms are quite fun to play around with! ; )
I think your summer mantel is absolutely adorable!!! I definitely need to make some of those yarn pom poms for some of my vases on my shelves:-)
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I’d give anything to have a fireplace! You are so lucky to be getting one soon!
Best wishes and good luck with your move!
Natasha in Oz
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You know, after thinking about it… I don’t think it has a mantel : ( So I’ll be sticking with my dresser looks like! Thanks for stopping by!
So pretty! I know what you mean about restaurant chalk boards but I think yours look awesome!
haha, thanks Carol! Maybe one day I’ll be a professional restaurant chalkboard artist, probably not, but hey a girl can dream : ) Thanks for stopping by!
Great idea to use a dresser for your mantel!! My mantel is covered by the T.V. ;( I love the background and the pom-poms!! All of it is so cute! Thanks for partying with me girlie.:)
Thanks Kadie! So happy to party with you!
Thanks for linking up to our “Pretty Things” party! Hope to see you back here next week!
Thanks for hosting Jen! Have a great week!
i love i love i love.. and that is all! xo, jen
Thanks so much Jen! You’re too sweet!
It looks beautiful! I love your paint chip banner! :)
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Thanks so much Amanda!
LOVE the pom-pom flowers!
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Thanks Kim! I kinda love all pom poms: )
Love it!!
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Oh that is fancy! I love it. Come link it up with us at the party http://www.finecraftGuild.com/party
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I love this!! The colors are amazing!
Thanks so much! Have a fantastic week!
This makes me so happy. SUCH a pretty mantel!! I’m loving every detail :)
Thanks Emily! I totally thought of you when I was putting it all together : )
Cute and simple. Love the look! It can also go well with the Fall arrival. :)
p.s: love the color you painted on the collage frame.
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I love this! Especially the wood slats in the background. I would love for you to share this at my link party going on now:
http://thewinthropchronicles.blogspot.com/2012/08/share-it-link-party-25.html
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