Simple & Fresh Spring Mantel
A simple & fresh spring mantel is easily achieved with a few key elements.
I'm in full on spring mode over here which means I've created a whole new mantel scape in my office that I'm going to share with you today! Even though the weather doesn't feel like spring here in Ohio. We are still getting snow! 🙁 Regardless, we are pretending it is spring all around with greenery and bits of pink and blush making their way into our spaces! Our Decorate Your Mantel team is back today and will be sharing their spring mantels with you as well, so be sure to follow their links through at the end of the post to gather even more inspiration for your spring mantels.
I decided to give my mantel a simple & fresh spring look with basic elements that anyone can use. I actually did not buy anything new for this look, but instead repurposed and gathered items already in my home.
Simple & Fresh Spring Mantel
I collect glass vases and bottles. Many of which I have picked up at thrift stores. Some are vintage and others are not. Putting them in a grouping makes more of a statement than using them individually. So for one side of the mantel, I used a grouping of vases and put faux greenery sprigs in some of them and left others without. In the center, I used three frames I already had and added one photo from a beach trip years ago. In the other two, I printed out the flower quote and inserted it into the gold frame. In the white frame, I used a graphic printable of a fern. Lastly, flanking the other end of the mantel, a stack of books with a small bud vase and more greenery along with one more taller vase to mimic the height on the other side. One little brass duck is the perfect little tie in with my brass frame (and just looks cute!)
A very simple look which is fresh and will last all season even into summer.
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I'm getting ready to do my mantel in the family room, so I cannot wait to see what my friends have done to steal some new ideas!
Click on the links below to visit their posts! Enjoy!
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To life feeling like home!
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Very pretty Mantel Amy. I love all the glass vases and the framed pictures look perfect. Definitely says Spring. Thank you so much for hosting. I look forward to it each season!
Thank you, Michelle! It is one of my favorite mantels so far. I’m so glad you are apart of this hop each season.
I think this is my favorite mantel of yours, Amy! It’s perfect!! Definitely springy but understated. It’s awesome. Great work and thanks for hosting!
Awe, thank you, Bre! It came together so easily so I think that’s a good sign. I love this hop and I’m thankful to have you apart of it!
sorry you are still getting snow! that is unfathomable to this southerner 🙂 loooove your glass collection
I know. It’s just the worst. 🙁
I just love all of the greenery and the glass – so perfect for spring! And that quote about earth laughing in flowers is perfect! Thanks for organizing!
Thank you, Meg! I do love that quote. I’m so thankful to have your participation each season.
I love those bud vases, Amy. You’re right, grouping them together really makes a statement! I especially like the idea of just gathering items around the home for this display. Repurposing items and being creative on their placement is a big part of decorating. Thanks for organizing this tour, as always!
Thank you, Tee! Yes, this mantel was an easy one and I really do love how it came together. I appreciate you participating each season in this hop!
Hi Amy – Your mantel is so pretty and fresh. Love the framed quote and the adorable bras duck! Thanks so very much for this wonderful tour!
Thank you, Vicki! It is always fun to see what everyone comes up with for their mantels. It gives me so much inspiration! I appreciate you participating each season!