I can hardly believe it is already November.
Seriously, where has summer and autumn gone? Zooming on by.
Today it is all about simple and sweet- and something you can put together in 5 minutes.
Today it is all about simple and sweet- and something you can put together in 5 minutes.
Because, seriously. 5 minutes and something pretty?
Easy and done.
Easy and done.
I have had a ton of questions about this styling- and the great thing about this
is that this mantel styling can last all the way to Thanksgiving with those neutral pumpkins.
is that this mantel styling can last all the way to Thanksgiving with those neutral pumpkins.
Here is how you get the look:
White pumpkins – various sizes
2 bunches of white Gomphrena
Blush roses- 6
Candles/candlesticks
Start with a layer of the gomphrena.
This is an amazing little flower that dries to perfection as you enjoy it- which means- it will be charming long after the pumpkins are put away for the season.
This is an amazing little flower that dries to perfection as you enjoy it- which means- it will be charming long after the pumpkins are put away for the season.
I found fresh Gomphrena at Whole Foods- but look in the dried flower aisle if you don’t find any there.
I simply laid the flowers on the mantel and tucked the pumpkins around them.
The key with the pumpkins- not too big and then a bunch of smalls.
I found 2 about 5″ pumpkins and then added about 6 baby boos.
I found 2 about 5″ pumpkins and then added about 6 baby boos.
After the pumpkins are in place-
I tucked in just a few of those roses for a romantic touch.
I tucked in just a few of those roses for a romantic touch.
And then candles – and you are done.
Simple and easy and in just 5 minutes you have a mantel styling that will last through
Thanksgiving.
And you might see a little sneak peek of the new look the ceiling has reflected in that mirror.
I am currently going back and forth with the finish
but you will see more of it as is very soon.
Happy Friday everyone.
Ricki Treleaven says
I love the mantel…..especially the soft, romantic colors. I'll check and see if our local Whole Foods has Gomphrena.
Happy weekend!
xo,
RJ
Cindy DeMay says
Love the gomphrena. I hope my Whole Foods in New England might have it. It's gorgeous amongst the pumpkins
Michele says
Oh, your mantle is absolutely stunning! It's so Frenchie and romantic – just gorgeous!
You always make everything seem so easy to do, Courtney! ♥
Have a happy weekend!
Unknown says
It’s beautiful!
French Ethereal says
Lovely mantel styling! Happily sharing on my Mantel Madness board on Pinterest. Happy November to you, Courtney!!! ????????????
Unknown says
Stunning and environment friendly.
Unknown says
Thanks for the styling tips, Courtney! Your mantle is beautiful!
French Ethereal says
Still enjoying this post long after autumn! 🙂 Happy January, Courtney!
Paula V says
Love your design! When it’s time to start thinking about my holiday decorating, I begin with walking the neighborhood; absorbing Mother Nature’s design. Uneaten acorns, twigs with berries, red, yellow and sometimes purple leaves, baby like pale yellow rose buds. An assortment of earthly finds for a table centerpiece, or just a little touch bringing current season/holiday to my powder room. Surprisingly, I did discover ‘gemphrano’ and was able to bring some home. At the time, I didn’t have an exact plan for the soft fragile puff. However, I do now; that’s for certain. Thanks for the idea. I’ve incorporated them similar to your display in my mantel design as well!!!