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Monday, December 3, 2012

Christmas Mantel 2012

I can hardly believe that it's already December and time to start sharing our holiday decorating. But, alas, it's time...so here we go! As some of you already know, I made a promise to myself, to keep my decor simple this year, and I DID IT!!! I have so much going on right now, with my daughters college graduation, moving her home, and moving Coastal Charm Interiors into a new shop, that left very little time for decking the halls. I am all finished now, and I am really okay with the more simple look, here at Coastal Charm. I am looking forward to seeing what everybody has done this year, so I will be sharing my mantel at some fun Christmas parties, and hopping around visiting while I am there,hope you will join me.
                                                Blessings,
                                                   Linda


                                Christmas Mantel 2012

                               Grapevine tree from Target.


                       You can find these cute ornament hangers
                        at Dollar Tree (I got mine there last year).


                           My garland was found at a local Goodwill.
                           Deer antlers came from a flea market.

                          This monogram ornament was purchased
                                       at Pottery Barn.


                           I really wish I could remember where
                           this little santa came from...isn't he a
                                             CUTIE?
                                       

                          This DIY burlap tree, was made last year.

              This mantel was put together with things that I already had
               on hand. I have not purchased one thing this year, and there
                        will be no shopping for me on the 26th!
                           Mr.CC did really good, when he purchased
                                this Santa for me, many years ago.




Thanks for coming by, and please be sure to
join me at my NIFTY THRIFTY TUESDAY
PARTY, with all your CHRISTMAS decor!
 
 
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49 comments:

  1. Amy KinserDecember 2, 2012 at 1:35 PM

    I love your mantel, Linda. You put it together beautifully. Love your DIY tree. I made some myself this year and love them.

    Have a great day.

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  2. Chrissy...The Apothecary ShopDecember 2, 2012 at 1:50 PM

    Simple...and oh so pretty!!!!

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  3. AnneDecember 2, 2012 at 2:09 PM

    Linda your mantel looks beautiful! LOVE that chippy piece!
    xx
    Anne

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  4. Linda @ A La CarteDecember 2, 2012 at 2:57 PM

    Linda I love your mantel. The colors are so soothing and rustic! Great job! I'm trying not to buy anything for decorations this year but have already broken that when I picked up a cute Santa at the thrift (on today's post). Oh well....hugs, Linda

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  5. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsDecember 2, 2012 at 3:00 PM

    Your mantel looks wonderful decked out for the holidays! I hope after we get our great room painted sometime between the 10th and 15th, I will be able to decorate a little...moving during the holidays is hard :-).

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  6. Becca BertottiDecember 2, 2012 at 3:26 PM

    Linda, I love your mantel! You've used such wonderful elements (the mercury, the grapevine tree, the handsome Santa). It's so warm and inviting!

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  7. Michele M./ Finch RestDecember 2, 2012 at 3:26 PM

    Your mantel looks wonderful!

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  8. Blondie's JournalDecember 2, 2012 at 3:35 PM

    Very pretty, Linda! Simple and rustic. The tress look great on each end...Target has really stepped up to the plate with some neat ornaments and Christmas decor. Do you think they are following a few blogs? ;-D Love your handmade tree!

    XO,
    Jane

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  9. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsDecember 2, 2012 at 3:45 PM

    Nicely done, Linda! I love the initial ornaments hanging on the moss stars.

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  10. Jennifer @ Town and Country LivingDecember 2, 2012 at 4:05 PM

    Linda, your mantel is so pretty. I love that grapevine tree and the mossy stars with the letter S on them. All of it looks great and I'm so proud of you for keeping it simple. I'm trying to do the same. So far, so good! :)

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  11. GailDecember 2, 2012 at 4:10 PM

    Your mantel looks beautiful Linda! I love the rustic elements you used. Hope you're having a wonderful Sunday, Gail

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  12. elizabethDecember 2, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    Everyone is going simpler this year, me included! I love the simpler, more natural look.

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  13. Something Nice and PrettyDecember 2, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    Beautiful mantel! I love the ornament from PB too! I did it simple this year too because I remembered how I dreaded taking it all down last year.lol

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  14. Sissie's Shabby CottageDecember 2, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    Hi Linda,
    Pretty mantel. I love the natural and simplistic look you've created.
    Good for you for using what you already have. I'm trying to do the same thing this year.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  15. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereDecember 2, 2012 at 6:24 PM

    Linda, Your mantle is wonderful! It seems like many of us are simplifying this year.

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  16. andrea@townandprairieDecember 2, 2012 at 6:36 PM

    The rustic piece of barn wood makes a great statement as a backdrop for the photo!

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  17. UnknownDecember 2, 2012 at 6:36 PM

    Looks beautiful Linda, love the simple understated look!

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  18. LeslieDecember 2, 2012 at 6:44 PM

    It is gorgeous Linda!

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  19. The Tuscan HomeDecember 2, 2012 at 7:14 PM

    Hi Linda,
    Your mantle is gorgeous! XO ~Liz

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  20. Cassie BustamanteDecember 2, 2012 at 7:23 PM

    so pretty! i love all the rustic elements!

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  21. UnknownDecember 2, 2012 at 7:39 PM

    Love your mantle, Linda. The burlap tree is a great piece and I love that it is rustic and simple.

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  22. DebbiedoosDecember 2, 2012 at 9:00 PM

    Looks so pretty Linda. I love the rustic elements, they go so nice with your brick FP. I am loving my postcards btw:)

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  23. VickiDecember 2, 2012 at 9:50 PM

    So pretty! I need to remember to use those old spools as a stand. Love the antlers and the rustic feel.

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  24. DeseraeDecember 2, 2012 at 10:42 PM

    Your mantle is so beautiful.....love the rustic touches too!
    ~Des

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  26. StephanieDecember 3, 2012 at 6:05 AM

    Love your simple mantle Linda!

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  27. Ramblings of a Southern Girl ~ Rhonda GDecember 3, 2012 at 7:10 AM

    Great mantel! Love the wood weathered "back drop!"

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  28. Leslie Anne TarabellaDecember 3, 2012 at 8:05 AM

    Love it, love it, love it!

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  29. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresDecember 3, 2012 at 9:34 AM

    I love what you did with your mantel especially because you used what you already had. Beautiful job Linda!!

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  30. PamelaDecember 3, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    Linda your mantle is so pretty! I love how you incorporated your family picture!

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  31. Brandy~GreyLaneHomeDecember 3, 2012 at 11:29 AM

    Linda it is perfectly chippy and pretty. The little star and burlap tree are so cute. Happy Holidays.

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  32. Anita at Cedar Hill December 3, 2012 at 12:47 PM

    Love your mantle, and my favorite part of it is that chippy board behind the photo. Perfect!!

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  33. gail@My Repurposed LifeDecember 3, 2012 at 12:54 PM

    linda-your Christmas mantel is gorgeous! I have yet to do a single decoration. It's sooo warm here, today it's 73 and sunny. Hard for me to get in the spirit with this kind of weather.

    gail

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  35. Cristina GarayDecember 3, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    Very pretty mantel Linda! I love the rustic piece of wood, that cheery Santa, the moss ornament, well I love it all!

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  36. UnknownDecember 3, 2012 at 6:45 PM

    Your mantel looks beautiful this year! I love the natural look you've done and especially that you didn't buy anything new to achieve this. Bravo to you! I have had my eye out for antlers...wish me luck...

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  37. nancygrayceDecember 3, 2012 at 7:16 PM

    Oh, how pretty! I never thought of using antlers....... We have plenty of those around here!

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  38. PixieDecember 3, 2012 at 8:57 PM

    This is so pretty. I love the subtle beauty...

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  39. At The Picket FenceDecember 3, 2012 at 9:50 PM

    Absolutely beautiful mantel Linda! Well done!
    Vanessa

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  40. Stan and Jody GabaraDecember 3, 2012 at 10:46 PM

    Wonderful Mantel. Just perfect for Christmas!

    Jody

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  41. UnknownDecember 4, 2012 at 12:19 AM

    Great mantel! Perfectly shabby and rustic!
    Barbara at Chase the Star

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  42. reFresh reStyleDecember 4, 2012 at 5:49 AM

    I love your mantel, I'm with you, no shopping on the 26th :) That chippy board is perfect. Love your style.
    Debbie

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  43. AnonymousDecember 4, 2012 at 7:48 AM

    linda, i love your mantle! is that a bisque santa? {so charming!} i diy'd my own pb monogram ornies a couple of years ago but never actually used them until this year - can't wait to post about them on friday! thanks for the party ;)

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  44. Deneen@dreaming-n-colorDecember 4, 2012 at 9:35 AM

    I did the same thing this year. I used what I had and did't even take one Christmas box out except the tree, I love your moss star! Pretty Mantel!

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  45. HeatherDecember 4, 2012 at 3:20 PM

    Thank you for hosting!

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  46. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastalDecember 7, 2012 at 10:17 AM

    Linda, your mantel looks wonderful! I am still working on mine. I love that moss covered star.
    Congrats to your daughter on graduating. What an accomplishment! For you both :)

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  47. DiannDecember 11, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    Well, I absolutely love your simple and natural decorations. I think they all look gorgeous Linda! Thank you for sharing with us at TTF last week. Have a terrific day!

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  48. Danice GDecember 15, 2012 at 7:30 PM

    Very creative mantel. You are always so creative and make such pretty decorations :)

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  49. UnknownDecember 19, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    Not sure how I missed this when you posted it, but glad I finally saw it! Just lovely!

    Peace,
    Debbie

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