My Fall Mantel

I am going to miss the New England Fall most of all.

It is starting to hit me that I am actually living in Florida now.

I could not wait to pull out my Fall stuff

My Mom thought I was nuts.

I am not ready to decorate for Halloween

I needed something for September.

Our new place has a fireplace

Yes a fireplace in Florida

I lived in New England for 40 years and NEVER had one.

I have a Fireplace but no Mantel.

I had to take action.

My dear old "Fantel" had an operation

I removed the board that connected the sides and top

Added some screws to secure it

And now I have a Mantel shelf.

I wanted to keep things simple.

Old Books, Jar of Acorns, Orange Berries in a Jug

Black Lantern, Cream Plate with Transfer, Welcome Pumpkin

and my favorite Bean Pot with Orange Berries

I also made a  Fall Leaf Garland I have seen on Pinterest

I took two 16 x 20 artist canvas and mod podge old dictionary pages to them.

Added an empty black frame tied with fabric.

And my Thrifty Find Wall Sconces

                                          I have had this mirror forever.
                                                   And my Fall Wreath

My little touch of Autumn

 Even though it is still 90 degrees outside.

I think this is my favorite Mantel I have done so far.

I can't wait to add to this for Halloween.  

Then Thanksgiving

Then Christmas

Then Winter...............in Florida

hmmmm... that should be interesting. 

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