Do you remember a few weeks ago when I created these inexpensive arrangements for my mantel?
And remember how I loved the simplicity of my mantel's new look?
Well, that was true...I did love it...
...until I saw
this post from Centsational Girl!
Can you believe how beautiful her mantel display is?
I spent about 5 minutes staring at it and becoming green with envy (that mirror!) until I realized that I can re-create my own version with a few things I already had...and a can of trusty white spray paint.
...until I saw
this post from Centsational Girl!
Can you believe how beautiful her mantel display is?
I spent about 5 minutes staring at it and becoming green with envy (that mirror!) until I realized that I can re-create my own version with a few things I already had...and a can of trusty white spray paint.
I "shopped my house" and came up with a few items that I thought would work, patiently waited for a non-windy day to spray paint, and then tried to set it all up in a similar way.
Of course it's not nearly as perfect as CG's (that mirror!), but I am so happy with how it ended up, and the best part is....
I didn't spend any money!
BEFORE:
AFTER:
Oh, and why, YES! I do plan on doing something about that dirty brick fireplace and ugly shiny brass on the wood stove. Stay tuned...
Projects like this are a great reminder to me that I can have beautiful spaces that I love without spending a lot of money!
--Tammy
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16 comments:
I just absolutely adore your mirror!! It's completely gorgeous =) A bit of white though makes for a lovely springtime look x
Oh my goodness, what a fabulous transformation you got with paint! It makes you realise not to judge something on first appearances!
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That is Go-Jus!!! Love it!
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SO SO SO SO pretty!!! I love it!
this is beautiful! clean and gorgeous looking :)
I'd love for you to link this up to my new link party, Your Whims Wednesday! http://mygirlishwhims.blogspot.com/2011/04/your-whims-wednesday-1.html
just found your blog... and I think I'm going to have to stay awhile.. LOVE your style, and of course ideas and on and on. got to go and read more!!
I love your new arrangement! It looks really beautiful! All the white looks so nice and fresh. Perfect for Spring!
I love the fresh look of white! Good choice!
It really looks nice. It looks so fresh and springy now!
Looks great! I like the non-symmetrical look: real, but classy.
So pretty! It's so clean and fresh. I love the white. Beautiful job!!
Love the makeover! I really need to do SOMETHING to my mantel. Thanks for the inspiration!
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It's lovely! So clean and springy :)
now I have to go check out CG's :)
I have to admit that I clicked on your post just envy your mirror! LOVE it!!
I love the change...Looks soo good. I have a gigantic TV above my fireplace and wish I could put my mantel to better use. Great Job! Love that you used stuff you already had.
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