Fall Mantel 2012

9.24.2012

I recently updated my mantel for fall. I removed the sticks, coral, sea fans and other summery things from the urns and added some dried wheat in a beautiful amber color. Then I added some vintage books, a vintage box, a bunch of grapes and couple of critters. I didn't do pumpkins and gourds this time. You can see the way it looked before here.








I love this cute little brown squirrel that I recently picked up at the antique mall.











I found the grapes at City Farmhouse in Franklin, Tn. when we went up to Nashville.

The basket in the fireplace is filled with more of my dried hydrangeas and some other greenery.




Joining the following:
Centsational Girl for fall mantels
Between Naps on the Porch for Met. Monday
A Stroll thru Life for tabletop Tuesday
Cozy Little House for Tweak it Tuesday
Fox Hollow Cottage fall mantels party
52 Mantels  for fall mantel party
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76 comments:

  1. Susan Freeman9/24/12, 7:37 AM

    Your mantel looks great Kim. Love those grapes and the squirrel is darling!

    Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  2. Carlene @ Organized Clutter9/24/12, 7:39 AM

    Beautiful! The urns look great with the wheat. The artwork says fall, and the squirrel and owl are very fun.

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  3. Becca9/24/12, 7:42 AM

    It's wonderful, Kim! Love the beautiful artwork ... and, your little "visitors" are a great addition! Happy Fall!

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  4. Amy Chalmers9/24/12, 7:48 AM

    The mantel looks very fallish without getting into the oranges, which is what I love. I like the squirrel too.

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  5. Our French Inspired Home9/24/12, 8:05 AM

    The mantel looks very good! The picture is amazing and I love the dried wheat and urns. - Tonya

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  6. Beth Dunn9/24/12, 8:06 AM

    Very pretty!
    xoxo
    SC

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  7. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting9/24/12, 8:07 AM

    I love it Kim!!

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  8. Barbara @ 21 Rosemary Lane9/24/12, 8:14 AM

    So pretty Kim...love the beautiful picture over the mantel!

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  9. Eclectically Vintage9/24/12, 8:15 AM

    Gorgeous - love those grapes! Love that we're both simplifying things!
    Kelly

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  10. Unknown9/24/12, 8:16 AM

    The little squirrel is so cute :-)
    Pretty mantle.
    Cheers, Gee

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  11. Ron9/24/12, 8:25 AM

    Simple. Elegant. Beautiful mantle.

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  12. Debbiedoos9/24/12, 8:28 AM

    You mantel looks so pretty Kim. I really love that painting above the mantel too! Cute owl.

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  13. Gail9/24/12, 8:29 AM

    Your fall mantel looks so pretty Kim!

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  14. Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things9/24/12, 8:37 AM

    Your mantel looks great Kim. I love those grapes and the pheasant painting is wonderful!

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  15. Keeping It Cozy9/24/12, 8:44 AM

    It's gorgeous, especially with all of your unique finds! I love the squirrel and owl and the wheat on each end is so pretty. Beautiful fall colors!

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  16. Robin@DecoratingTennisGirl9/24/12, 8:48 AM

    I love the picture, Kim. I am so enjoying the first days of Fall!

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  17. Andrea9/24/12, 8:48 AM

    It is gorgeous, as usual. I just adore that painting you have over the mantel.

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  18. Dawn9/24/12, 8:50 AM

    Very classy, elegant look for Fall.

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  19. Anonymous9/24/12, 8:54 AM

    Beautiful, Kim!

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  20. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions9/24/12, 8:57 AM

    Very simple and elegant, Kim. I love that painting and think that sets a great Fall tone.

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  21. Linda (Nina's Nest)9/24/12, 8:59 AM

    Pretty mantel, Kim. Don't you just love fall?! Linda

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  22. Jessica | Petal + Ply9/24/12, 9:00 AM

    your little squirrel and owl are so cute! they look great and make the mantel!

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  23. The Tuscan Home9/24/12, 9:09 AM

    Very pretty Kim. I like your muted Fall colors, very elegant. I also love Mr. Owl, he is so cute! xo ~Liz

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  24. Debra@CommonGround9/24/12, 9:26 AM

    Love this, and your squirrel and owl are so perfect !

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  25. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLR9/24/12, 9:40 AM

    Pretty mantel, Kim! Love your fall accents!

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  26. chateau chic9/24/12, 9:44 AM

    Your mantel is gorgeous, Kim!
    Mary Alice

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  27. Unknown9/24/12, 9:53 AM

    Very elegant Kim, and I love the squirrel.
    Karen

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  28. Olive9/24/12, 10:22 AM

    Gorgeous, love the grapes especially.

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  29. Lexi Keppel9/24/12, 10:26 AM

    Kim, you have the best fall mantle in the bloggisphere! Those urns with the wheat! The paint job you did with your fireplace is AMAZING. Just have to tell you that it makes my morning when I get to read your posts, thank you so much for sharing.

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  30. Kelly9/24/12, 10:26 AM

    Love the wheat sheafs on each end. You left out something important though. Guess you'll be sharing that in another post. Ha! Love the box in the middle with the grapes on it too.

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  31. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style9/24/12, 10:32 AM

    Wow, jkeppel, not so sure about that, but thanks.

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  32. Designing Domesticity9/24/12, 10:54 AM

    Love the critters and the wheat. Looks so fall without going the typical route of gourds and pumpkins. well done. Thanks for sharing, liz

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  33. The Charm of Home9/24/12, 11:12 AM

    Beautiful Kim! I love the finish on that mantel.
    Sherry

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  34. Anonymous9/24/12, 11:34 AM

    Your mantle looks beautiful!! I love the picture above your mantle. It's my favorite.

    Kathy

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  35. Ramblings of a Southern Girl ~ Rhonda G9/24/12, 11:42 AM

    Very pretty indeed! And I love that gorgeous print!

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  36. Chrissy9/24/12, 12:01 PM

    Everything look great, as usual. You all, are making me so jealous of your fireplaces. Ilove those urns and wheat with the painting.
    Have a great day,
    Chrissy

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  37. Julie Taylor and Danni Greenwalt9/24/12, 12:01 PM

    Looks great Kim! I also love your coffee table vignette.

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  38. Karen Ann9/24/12, 12:08 PM

    Beautiful, Kim. I have wheat and owls on mine too! If only I could find the squirrels that you've managed....

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  39. Katie Mansfield9/24/12, 12:20 PM

    So cute. I love the squirrel and the owl.

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  40. Princess Kate9/24/12, 12:25 PM

    So beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

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  41. Jemsmom9/24/12, 12:53 PM

    You find the cutest squirrels!!! Love the owl too!

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  42. Andrea at Opulent Cottage9/24/12, 1:49 PM

    The critters are so cute! And that painting, wow!

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  43. Brenda Pruitt9/24/12, 2:35 PM

    All looks very pretty with that painting! Colors blend in so well.
    Brenda

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  44. Daniela @Frugal Aint Cheap9/24/12, 3:05 PM

    love the urn with the wheat...perfect touch of fall

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  45. Mama Sue9/24/12, 3:32 PM

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  46. Mama Sue9/24/12, 3:33 PM

    How lovely! So very fall...it's still hot here I can't get into the mood for it...I guess I had better hurry up though!

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  47. 20 North Ora9/24/12, 4:53 PM

    Kim - A beautiful and elegant mantle.

    Judy

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  48. andrea@townandprairie9/24/12, 5:31 PM

    Classically elegant as usual, from the house of Southern Style!

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  49. Calypso In The Country9/24/12, 6:14 PM

    I love it Kim! The colors are so warm. I was thinking of working on my mantel tonight. The beachy theme I have going on isn't very appealing to me this time of year...
    -Shelley

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  50. Michele9/24/12, 6:18 PM

    I know owls are trendy right now, but I really love your little brown squirrel!

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  51. SHERRY HART9/24/12, 6:19 PM

    Of course I love your fall mantel and even better is what you did to that cabinet! Looks so different!!! WOW!

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  52. Unknown9/24/12, 6:38 PM

    Hi Kim, Your mantel looks sooo pretty. I LOVE your painting! Have a great week, Jen

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  53. Anne Boykin9/24/12, 7:16 PM

    Hi Kim, Everything looks so elegant and welcoming. Beautiful shapes and textures. Happy Fall!

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  54. Unknown9/24/12, 7:38 PM

    Very pretty, Kim. I love all the neutrals and layers. Thanks for stopping by and for the kind comment.

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  55. Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLiz9/24/12, 8:49 PM

    I like what you came up with! I didn't even recognize your fireplace! I guess I've missed a few posts! What a great picture- the antique pieces mixed with it along with the wheat clusters look really great!

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  56. Carolyn@Sweet Chaos Home9/24/12, 8:55 PM

    Looks great, Kim! Love those grapes!!! I really need to do something new with my mantel... just not sure what yet. Thanks for the inspiration :)

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  57. Shirley@Housepitality Designs9/24/12, 9:32 PM

    Kim...your mantel is amazing....just love the painting...it is so very beautiful...you have done yet another great mantel vignette!!

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  58. Babs9/24/12, 10:21 PM

    Kim, Gosh I LOVE this! Especially the grapes and wooden box. LOVE that!

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  59. Low Tide High Style9/24/12, 10:29 PM

    It's the definition of understated elegance Kim, very pretty!

    Kat

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  60. Angie9/24/12, 10:52 PM

    I love how your painting ties into your marble(?) on your fireplace. Very pretty

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  61. Anonymous9/25/12, 6:55 AM

    Your mantel is gorgeous, Kim. That's a beautiful painting and it all goes together so well. Love your urns with the wheat in them!

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  62. Cynthia9/25/12, 8:52 AM

    Simple elegance. I love the pots and the squirrel is great.

    Cynthia

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  63. Marsha9/25/12, 9:00 AM

    Your new look is so pretty! I loved the City Framhouse when I was there in the spring. Great things!

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  64. Beverly9/25/12, 9:18 AM

    I all looks great, Kim. I love the painting.♥

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  65. One More Time Events9/25/12, 10:16 AM

    It all looks beautiful...Love those grapes great find.

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  66. Sarah9/25/12, 11:54 AM

    Beautiful inspiration, Kim. Love that little squirrel........Sarah

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  67. Sue9/25/12, 12:54 PM

    I love the wheat...the natural look is so pretty.

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  68. Athena at Minervas Garden9/25/12, 1:13 PM

    What a lovely mantel, Kim--the squirrel is so cute! I love the wise old owl and the expression on his face, too.

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  69. Sue@pineapplehillinteriors9/25/12, 1:27 PM

    The mantel looks lovely. I like the owl and squirrel they are so cute!

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  70. Shannon Fox9/25/12, 3:24 PM

    Happy Fall Kim! It's a beautiful mantel. The little brown squirrel is a Qt, I see why you brought him home :)

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  71. Suzy9/25/12, 3:49 PM

    Very pretty, Kim. I love the understated elegance of it. I'm thinking that Mr. Squirrel needs to take a trip to visit his cousins in Greensboro!

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  72. Haworth9/25/12, 4:15 PM

    Your fall mantle is beautiful, Kim! That squirrel is so adorable. And the ivory grapes are a perfect (unexpected!) touch. Take care and enjoy these first days of Autumn!

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  73. Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com 9/25/12, 6:11 PM

    I love that little squirrel:)

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  74. dorothy erdely9/25/12, 6:31 PM

    has mr. savvy figured out yet that you painted the mantle??!!! remember how long ago that was?!?!

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  75. Unknown9/25/12, 7:00 PM

    Love your mantle and those grapes. Will be figuring out how to make them!
    Homa Style is having a No Orange Autumn Display Link Party tomorrow on Wednesday and would love to see your creation there. Here's the link... http://homastyle.com/wp/2012/09/25/no-orange-autumn-decor/

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  76. Barbara Bussey {The Treasured Home}9/25/12, 11:50 PM

    I'd like that little squirrel much better than the ones that like to sneak in our attic! Beautiful peacock picture, too.

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