I'm always so inspired by the simple, yet elegant decorating style I see in my Jeanne d' Arc Living magazines. It makes me want to throw everything out and start over. Well, that's not so realistic, but I can do little areas at a time. I decided to add glass on my mantel this year. Stack a couple cake plates, some bottles with candles, ornaments in a jar and a clock sitting on an old book under a cloche....all this with some cedar greens and pinecones and this is what I came up with. I think I achieved the look I was going for, what do you think? Enjoy and hope everyone has a wonderful weekend. xoxo K.
I'm linking up with the ever so sweet Debra over at Common Ground for her Vintage Inspiration Friday. Stop by and see all the Christmas inspired photos.
OH! This is stunning and I love it!!
ReplyDeleteYou certainly succeeded with your Jeanned Ark style.. I know the being realistic about starting all over with our styles... I tuck some here and there but I also love most of the stuff I do have also.... I will be happy with that and the ones that can change over completely will just have to do so...
ReplyDeleteit's beautiful and oh so jeanne d'arc!
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shelley
You did it. Very lovely look. HUGS MARY
ReplyDeleteyour jeanne d arc inspired mantel looks beautiful! so pretty!
ReplyDeleteOh so pretty. I love your pictures, they are wonderful and the mix of all the glass, greens, books and accessories are just stunning. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteohh, I think the glow off the glass is so heavenly. Very warm feeling.
ReplyDeleteI just scored some great glass pieces today from the thrift store for 50 cents each.
Great inspiration indeed!
Amy
What a beautiful mantel you've created. I just love the mix of textures you have here. A wonderful inspiration!
ReplyDeletejust the thing...very charming. I love your covered jar and etched mirror especially. you have a great eye.
ReplyDeleteI love it Kathleen and I know just what you mean. I have thoughts of tossing it all and starting over as well (well maybe not ALL of it, but a lot), but I know it isn't practical either. I am going to try very hard to downsize after Christmas and we will see how that works. That is hard for a person who loves *pretties* and who also has a booth that I need to keep stocked. We are very blessed!!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your look...are those just taper candles burned down a little?
Hugs~
I love the sparkly sweet simplicity of this look, you make it look so easy and festive. I have not had the pleasure of actually seeing the publication you mentioned but I have seen it featured on many blogs. I really need to check it out. Have a wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteLooks beautiful. You are such an inspiration every time I see a new post.
ReplyDeletethanks, tammy
Very pretty and elegant.
ReplyDeleteDebbie
Wauw, I love this Nordic Style...it's just so warm and cosey...enjoy it!
ReplyDeleteGreetings, Veronique
Such a beautiful mantel...I’m having a Christmas Open House…would love to have you join in on the fun. Merry Christmas to you and your family!
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Linda
I love the way you put it all together. You can not go wrong when Jeanne d'Arc Living is your inspiration. I can't wait for the January issue, I am soooo ready to freshen' up my place and continue to "Jeanne d'Arc - it" as I say at the Barn.
ReplyDeleteCheers & Merry Christmas, L
Love your mantle, so awesome. My mantle is still empty and our fresh 8 foot Christmas tree is still naked and bare! Ho-ho-ho! Not sure where the time went this season. Well I kind of know, I need to take off to Country Roads here in a few minutes!
ReplyDeleteTake care, Sue
Gorgeous! Love everything about it!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas!
~Michelle
Love the glow! I'll have to check out the magazine, thanks for the info!
ReplyDeleteFabulous Kathleen. You are a master of vignettes!
ReplyDeleteDebbie
Wow, your mantle is magazine worthy, for sure! I love all of the sparkle and the greenery, and how the mirror reflects it all! Oh, and your chandelier is gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteI love your mantel!! I have several old bottles and I've never thought to put candles in them. The cake plates look so pretty too.
ReplyDeleteYou've got the look down :-)
Blessings,
Marcia
I think you nailed it! It is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteJudy
Love it Kathleen! Hope you are enjoying your weekend!
ReplyDeletejust gorgeous Kathleen. i so love the nordic style and you have done it proud! TFS! See you on WW!
ReplyDeleteOh Kathleen.....you nailed it. It is soooo JDA. So rustically, romantically beautiful. :) Merry Christmas to you!
ReplyDeletexoxo laurie
So very JDL! I'm in love--in fact you may have inspired a centerpice I've yet to do for the kitchen table.
ReplyDeleteNo no don't throw everything out! You've interupted the look beautifully with what you already have!
ReplyDeleteMerry merry!
xx
carole
I think your mantle is stunning! I love the clear glass and simple elegance.
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Gwenny
I so agree- I start off simple and love it- then I add one thing- then another...
ReplyDeletecan't help myself=
beautiful...
Karen
...Beautiful Reflective Timeless......The clock under the cloche delightful!
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