I’m loving my simple winter mantel right now. Seriously- every time I walk by I think how much I love it – which is something considering how simple it is. Maybe after all the holiday decorations, I was just ready for something quiet and beautiful.
Actually, all of these things were a part of our Christmas mantel: I left the pine cone topiaries where they were and just grouped all the mercury glass together in front of my newly painted window frame.
How easy is that? I simply edited what I had and eliminated lots of holiday decorations, and voila! A pared down winter mantel.
I love seeing the candles lit- the warm flames against the cold glass…like our warm homes protecting us from the frigid air outside.
Or something. That’s as close as I get to waxing poetic around here.
How do you decorate in winter?
-Jami
I believe a cottage can be anywhere or anything (condo, ranch, farmhouse) as long as you have a "cottage mentality" which puts people above things, celebrates imperfections, embraces simplicity, and finds joy in everyday life. Thanks for joining me!
Looks awesome, I haven’t even finished with the taking down Christmas yet. Perhaps I should do some valentine hearts?
love the window frame!
I like your winter mantel. It’s really simple and elegant
Love and hugs from the ocean shores of California, Heather 
I really like the window frame in the background. I think it helps show case your silver pieces. Nice arrangement!