Well, well, well, I think it is finally showing signs of spring here in my town. You know what that means? It’s time to get some spring related posts out with all that springy goodness. Today I am excited to join a handful of other awesome bloggers to show off our mantels. I hope you like my farmhouse spring mantel.
Today we took a bike ride. Bike ride? No big deal right? Not here! That is the signal that the weather is finally starting to cooperate! The sin was shining, I saw deer running across the dirt road, and the magpies are out in full force. I couldn’t help but look forward to more of these rides as our small world here begins to come alive.
There were farmers in the fields surrounding my home the last few days churning up the soil in preparation for planting. There are buds on my Quaking Aspen trees and tiny blades of grass fighting through the dead, ready to shine.
All of these little signals are screaming SPRING to me.
In my opinion there is no other season that is more fun to decorate for. After months of cold, and colorless days, I love to incorporate pops of green into my home. It gives such a great feeling of life starting over, spring, giving new hope for the rest of the year.
How I decorating my farmhouse spring mantel:
Since I am a big farmhouse decor fan, of course I was going to go with a farmhouse spring mantel. It just is what it is folks. Even though the look is mainly neutral, there are some wonderful pops of green that really brighten up the space.
I started my farmhouse spring mantel with a large old basket that I found at a thrift store for $6.00. Score, right? I added my simple farmhouse wreath to the center.
Once I had the wreath up, I wanted to center everything from that. I added my set of white farmhouse pitchers from IKEA. They are the perfect shape and my absolutely favorite decor piece in my house. I added some spring greenery to them that I purchased from Joann’s. With one of their coupons you can get a really great price.
None of my mantels would be complete without books and candlesticks. It’s as simple and tying them off with some twine and facing the book pages out. It keeps my farmhouse spring mantel cohesive.
I love these candlesticks. They were both thrift store finds, and I felt super lucky to find them.
My last additions were my moss bird, old wooden corbel, and a thrift store pewter cup with some DIY moss eggs.
And finally, the icing on the cake… I made a simple garland with paper doilies I found in the dollar aisle. I love the simple antique and feminine look it adds to my farmhouse spring mantel.
Decorating mantle is always the first sign for me that the seasons are changing, and I am soooo looking forward to some warmer weather and green grass!
Shop my farmhouse spring mantel:
I’ve gathered up a collection of items similar to the ones on my farmhouse spring mantel. Since most of my items were found at thrift stores, I was not able to find exact pieces, but you can create a very similar style.
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And make sue you PIN IT!
Now that you’ve seen mine, make sure you stop on by my friends and see how they’ve decorated their mantel for spring!
Have a great day!
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Lindsay says
Love your mantel! Perfection for welcoming the new season! It is fun hopping with you today! 🙂
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Lindsay! It was such a fun hop!
Amy @ My LIfe From Home says
It’s beautiful, Sara! I love the thrift store finds combined with the new elements. It has the perfect farmhouse charm. Thank you for joining in this hop!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
It was such a fun hop! I am overwhelmed with all the spring goodness from all the other mantels!
Roxanne says
I love everything about this farmhouse mantel, pinning!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks so much Roxanne!
Corinna - ADesignerAtHome says
You have a lovely farmhouse mantel. So beautifully styled. Those candlesticks have the prettiest patina and I adore that metallic bunting.
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Corinna!
Tee @ Beauteeful Living says
Such a pretty mantel for spring! Love that garland and that cute moss covered bird.
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks!
Iris Nacole says
Beautiful decorating, Sara, and that bike ride sounds glorious!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks! And that bike ride was glorious!
Sarah says
I am SO jealous of those candlesticks!! I love everything about this mantle – the large basket, the doily garland, and all the smaller details. It’s perfect!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Sarah!
Tara @ Lehman lane says
what a pretty spring mantel Sara! I love those thrift store candlesticks you found, just beautiful. Such a fun idea to use doilies as garland too 🙂
Samantha says
Ahhhh, I loooove it all! Perfect! Pinning! I’m thinking I need some chunky corbels now…
Bre @ Average But Inspired says
That basket is INSANE! I wish my thrift stores had good stuff like that! It all ties together so beautifully. You really did a wonderful job with it!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks! I got really lucky with this basket!
Ashley ~ 3 Little Greenwoods says
Oh my goodness! I need a few mossy bunnies to add to my spring mantel. Thanks so much for the DIY inspiration!
Sarah Cook says
Oh Sara, your mantel is stunning! Everything is perfect. Love the neutrals mixed with greens. I adore your style so much!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Sarah!
Michelle James says
Beautiful farmhouse Mantel! Can’t believe the Basket was $6! The wreath is gorgeous!
Emily says
Sara, you always do such a lovely job decorating your home, and this time is no exception! The pitchers, books & pewter bowl are all fabulous together, and your DIY garland complements everything beautifully!
Jenny says
I love your mantel! That basket was a steal and is so perfect for the center. You’ve created farmhouse perfection once again!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Jenny!
Meg @ Green With Decor says
I just love all of the textures you used and the neutral/green color scheme! So perfect for spring!
Kristina says
So simple and elegant. I especially like the doily garland.
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks so much!
Anita says
What a beautiful farmhouse mantel! I love it! Thanks for sharing.
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thank you!