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It’s Fall Y’all…Fall Mantel 2012

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Oh, how I love Fall…time for pumpkins, mums, falling leaves, college football, tailgating, nights outside by the fire…I could go on and on.  Fall truly is my favorite time of the year.  It may not officially be Fall on the calendar, but the first time the air gets crisp and I can hear the band playing at a football game, I am all in.
I love to decorate my mantel for the different seasons and holidays now, but to be honest, sometimes it puts me in a complete tailspin.  I envision something in my head, then cannot stop until it is just so.  This time, I knew I wanted urns for my mantel.  Two of them with ruffled burlap and pumpkins resting atop.  Alas, there were no urns to be found that fit in my budget or on my mantel, so I made my own using a plastic sundae cup and a cheap plastic flower pot.
I found an old wreath and covered with dollar store moss, then I added a coral polka dot ruffle flower. I love this Riley Blake fabric in rouge dots!  It’s my absolute favorite!  I added a stenciled burlap and fabric FALL banner to the top of my window in the same fabric.
I hot glued some burlap around one of my chalkboard painted wine bottles, painted some polka dots on, and added a little rolled flower rosette.
I made a sweet little polka dot pitcher and put some coral poppies in for an extra pop of color, added some little pumpkins, and threw in my wine cork K.
Happy Fall Y’all!  Too soon?
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  1. Hilani Ellis says

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    The Bricks are an awesome touch, the whole thing is so darn cute/creative. :)

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  2. Danielle says

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    Your mantel is gorgeous! I love how you made your own urns. They are beautiful!!

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  3. Kari at A Grace Full Life says

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    So cute! I love this AND can’t wait to see it when it changes in a week!;)

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  4. Jill @ Create.Craft.Love. says

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    Gorgeous as always, my dear! I love the window and the wreath! And your cork monogram is awesome!!

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  5. Debbiedoo's says

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    Nice job Jessica!~ LOVE the pitcher with the poppies.

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  6. Carissa Rasmussen says

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    that polka dot pitcher is too cute. I want to whip one up right now! I love how you brought the non-halloweeny stuff in and made it still feel all festive

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  7. Meg says

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    Is it too soon?? NO FREAKIN WAY!!! :-)

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  8. Angie Granata says

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    I love your Fall mantle! I really like the brick idea that you used. Very creative.

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  9. Eclectically Vintage says

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    Love those faux urns – you are a clever girl! And of course, a K covered in corks is always a winner with me!
    Kelly

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  10. Hi I'm Shannon! says

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    NOPE! Not too soon for all the vibrant, whimsical cuteness :)))

    Love <3

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  11. Kara @ Petals to Picots says

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    Such great decor! Nice touches :)

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  12. Four Marrs and One Venus says

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    Something is missing!! Starts with a B and ends with S! Those babies need to be up there..I look for them all the time! It’s like I spy game! haha! Cute Wine cork monogram you clever girl you!

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  13. Becca says

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    What a fun Fall mantel … love the window!

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  14. Katie Smith says

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    Super cute! Love the polka dots!

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  15. Laura @ Our Prairie Home says

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    Super fun mantle, Jessica! Love it! I cannot believe those urns are made! I would have had no idea! Such a great idea! Urns are so stupid expensive!! What a terrific Fall mantle! :)

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  16. DIY Show Off says

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    You did a beautiful job! I love how everything came together! Pinning and sharing on FB. Thanks for linking your gorgeous fall mantel to the DIY Project Parade. ;)

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  17. Dixie n Dottie says

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    Great decorations! Well done! Love the polka dots! Would love if you’d join our Countdown to Fall link party! Hope to see you there! Have a great week! :)
    http://dixie-n-dottie.blogspot.com/2012_09_10_archive.html

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  18. Chenille Cottage says

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    I love…love…love you Fall mantel! Your wine cork K is so clever and now I know just what I will be doing with all the corks that I have saved! There’s always a place for polka dots. They add such a fun touch.
    Thank you for sharing…This is such a delightful and inspiring Fall post!
    Blessings,
    Carolynn

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  19. Lizzi's Creations says

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    How beautiful! I love the polka dot vase. It’s a perfect way to add a little fun into such elegant decor.

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  20. melissa @ daisymaebelle.com says

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    Love your fall mantle! Such a great mix! I too am pulling out all of the fall decor! It is such a great season! Life to the full, Melissa

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  21. Twigs and Twirls says

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    Lovely mantel. Love the polka dots !!

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  22. Heidi@OneCreativeMommy.com says

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    I love this mantel–particularly the polka-dotted vase!

    I’m a new facebook follower. I hope you’ll stop by and visit at OneCreativeMommy.com. Have a great weekend.

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  23. Sarah says

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    Love the polka dots!! They make the orange pop perfectly! Visiting from Positively Splendid :)

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  24. southernscraps says

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    Love all the polka dots. Awesome mantel!

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  25. Mariel says

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    I love fall decorating. You’re mantle turned out so fun! I’ve had fun looking around your blog. I would love to have you stop by ‘Or so she says…’ and share ‘Your Great Idea’ in the weekly link-up. I hope to see you there! http://www.oneshetwoshe.com

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  26. Kim Wilson says

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    Hi Jess! Thanks so much for joining the party! I have those heirloom pumpkins too and I love them! Very pretty. ;)
    ~ Kim @ Sand & Sisal

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  27. Trisha @ The Sweet Survival says

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    I love the pitcher! Polka Dots are my favorite! Visiting from CG.

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  28. eileensideways says

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    i love the bricks too and the frame decor. i live in an apartment complex and don’t have an outside door to decorate, but i do have a mantle. thanks for the inspiration.

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  29. Jill @ Create.Craft.Love. says

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    Just wanted to let you know that I am doing a round up post on Fall Mantels tomorrow and yours is included! Hugs!!

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I’m Jessica, a mom on a mission to show other women that you can live well without breaking the bank. I like to share the thrifty, creative ways that I make changes in my home in the hopes that it will spark the creativity in someone else! I love to share DIY projects, crafts, simple recipes and cleaning tips too! Read More…

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