Harvest Mantle

It is a week into October and I hadn't decorated my mantle yet.  

Horrors!  Fall only lasts so long!

  


 Mr. Me was commissioned to find the autumn tub of decorations and bring them in while I removed 
the summer mermaids.  

 These figurines I have had for many years.  They always come out in autumn.
The shabby bowl is piled high with unidentified dried seeds.

The first year we were married I sent this copper butter warmer to my in-laws for 
their anniversary.  It has proven very useful since it works with a tea light.
 I thrifted the plate last year.  


 It's still a bit coastal with my sea rock and shell I purchased (not found) on our road trip to Sanibel Island.  I was not ready to take down my grandfathers painting which, anyway defies nailing it down to a season. 

The tiny details are fun to add in.  A bird camouflaged and a special carved walnut that is usually in my showcase, but is always brought out and featured in fall.  My older son brought it from Manila.



This pheasant was inherited from my husbands father


Comments

AnnMarie aka Vintage Junkie aka NaNa said…
I need your garland for my parlor! It would match perfect! Thanks for visiting my blog and now I am visiting you back! Following you too!
October 7, 2013 at 8:54 PM
Cheapchick said…
The mantle looks great but I agree, your Grandfathers painting is wonderful and should be displayed year round!
October 7, 2013 at 9:04 PM
Jill said…
That is really nice, very autumn like!!
October 7, 2013 at 9:09 PM
Andrea said…
Autumn come and go with you, and yet in this lifetime, i still might not be able to see it. My few travels to temperate climes somehow always coincide with spring, i don't know why that is!
October 8, 2013 at 2:14 AM
MastHoliday said…
Beautiful collection of the toys!
Interesting post..
October 8, 2013 at 3:07 AM
Rebecca said…
I like it, Jeannie! I need to get to work.
October 8, 2013 at 7:24 AM
Paulette said…
Your mantle looks stunning with all of your fall treasures. The carved walnut is very beautiful and interesting.
October 8, 2013 at 7:29 AM
Magical Mystical Teacher said…
Bright and cheerful display for autumn!

Kids and Reds
October 8, 2013 at 8:36 AM
mispapelicos said…
wHAT A LOVELY AUTUM DECORATION, DEAR jENNIE.
Your house looks like a true home.
I must try an do something inspired by you.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXx
October 8, 2013 at 8:42 AM
Jana@Transformations From the Heart said…
Your Autumn mantle is beautiful, love all the color going on. I haven't even begun to decorate yet, the temps as of yesterday have just started to cool off. Maybe now I will get in the mood to bring out some decorations.
October 8, 2013 at 9:39 AM
Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said…
Beautiful vignette. Love all the leaves. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty
October 8, 2013 at 11:02 AM
kitty@ Kitty's Kozy Kitchen said…
What a beautiful mantle! I love all your decor.
October 8, 2013 at 2:41 PM
Pinky at Designs by Pinky said…
How wonderful that you have your grandfathers painting, it is beautiful! Love all your Fall treasures. Pretty mantle!!! Thanks SO much for your visit!!!!
October 8, 2013 at 3:20 PM
Ann said…
Isn't it wonderful to have inherited treasures. I do really think the painting would be a staple if any season. The pheasant really says autumn.
Ann
October 8, 2013 at 4:06 PM
Ann said…
Isn't it wonderful to have inherited treasures. I do really think the painting would be a staple if any season. The pheasant really says autumn.
Ann
October 8, 2013 at 4:07 PM
Judy at GoldCountryCottage said…
Your mantle looks very pretty, Jeannie. It is fun to play with our toys isn't it? And you certainly have a beautiful fireplace to work with..Happy Tuesday..Judy
October 8, 2013 at 5:36 PM
Suzan said…
Looks like you have put a lot time into your mantle and all the decorations!! Very nice!
October 8, 2013 at 6:31 PM
Vanessa said…
Love the seasonal decor!
October 9, 2013 at 12:39 PM
NatureFootstep said…
you have interesting decorations for fall. Very colorful. :)
October 9, 2013 at 5:46 PM
Bijou Sugar-Socks said…
love your mantle jeanne! the colors all blend well together!
October 10, 2013 at 2:41 AM
Unknown said…
So pretty! I love the little bowl with the seeds!
Thanks so much for stopping by my blog :)
Ashley Rane Sparks
www.makeitrane.com
October 10, 2013 at 10:21 AM
Anonymous said…
Your mantle is gorgeous! Perfect for fall...
October 10, 2013 at 11:11 AM
Anonymous said…
Things are looking so autumnal and pretty on your mantel. Love the pheasant...he's a real looker.
October 10, 2013 at 12:37 PM
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