How to style a simple summer mantel in 5 minutes

There is something about summer

that just makes me want to simplify.

Maybe it is the windows and doors wide open.

The curtains blowing softly in the breeze and fresh air and sunshine.

Summer brings that lazy day, sleeping in, no school schedule type feeling

and it also always seems to inspire a fresh look in the house.

I definitely feeling the need to

bring in lighter colors

take down those heavy curtains

and bring in the bright and airy.

And one of those places that tends to always get a new look is the living room mantel.

This week, I am sharing a quick summer mantel using just

3 things

and that can be done in about 5 minutes.

Because, seriously, who has time to spend styling and moving things around

when you have a laundry list of things on the to-do list?

My motto is keep it simple and easy to do

while being beautiful.

Here is what I used for this 5 minute mantel.

A few beach washed bottles – some vintage gathered from the house

and some new from Birch Lane

A stack of paper wrapped books

and

peonies.

(because… peonies.)

I just arranged them on the mantel, stepped back

and called it good.

And the best part?

This 5 minute mantel can last all summer long if you don’t feel like redoing it anytime soon.

All you have to do is change the flowers

for fresh ones as needed.

Seriously simple and charming- and done in 5 minutes?

Yes, please.

Also, sharing a quick video I made with Wayfair today

talking about this mantel

what one of the most popular series is on my blog

and

what inspires me when it comes summer decorating.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPt4cXBG-AU

I would appreciate your views and ‘thumbs up’ if you like it.

See you tomorrow for Feathered Nest Friday