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Rustic Winter Mantel

January 21, 2015  Decorating | Uncategorized

 

Love the simplicity of this vintage rustic winter mantel! kellyelko.com

I’m exhausted.

Too many trees, tinsel, garland, wreaths, ornaments (you get the idea) to pack away.

When the last box was finally hauled down to the basement, I was confronted with a blank, empty, barren mantel.

It mocked me and let out a little chuckle every time I walked by or sat by the roaring fire.

Cozy winter decorating ideas - love the rustic mantel and the roaring fire kellyelko.com

But I’ve recuperated and was sick of staring at that blank wall – I’ll show it who’s boss.

I went with a vintage rustic winter mantel – lots of tarnished silver (because who has time to polish) and weathered wood.

Create a rustic mantel with a few simple elements like tarnished silver and weathered wood kellyelko.com

Don’t be intimidated by the perfect hand lettered chalkboards you see everywhere.

Just pick up that piece of chalk (dip the chalk in water to get a darker mark) and start drawing – these simple snowflakes were a cinch.

Vintage silver platters in a rustic wooden toolbox kellyelko.com

And of course my best accessory …

I think Sushi’s been voguing in front of the mirror when I turn my back because she sat and held this pose forever – making sure I captured her good side.

Such a cute boston terrier sitting by the fire kellyelko.com

Here’s to keeping it simple …

and hoping Sushi doesn’t hire an agent.

 

If you want to see what my Christmas mantel looked like – take my Christmas house tour.

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  1. Heidi @ Decor & More

    January 21, 2015 at 6:55 am

    This is perfection to me, Kelly — I’m all about the rustic wood and tarnished silver! Mind if I come over and prop my feet up in front of your fire?
    xo heidi

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:25 am

      Come on over – don’t forget the wine!

      Reply
  2. Lisa B

    January 21, 2015 at 6:56 am

    Love everything you do. Your chalkboard snowflakes have inspired me to maybe make a cross stitch like it. I love it. You are amazing.

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:26 am

      That sounds gorgeous – I’d love to see it when you’re done Lisa!

      Reply
  3. Mary Ann

    January 21, 2015 at 7:15 am

    I love your model!

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:26 am

      Sushi says thanks and if you need her, call her agent!

      Reply
  4. Laura Strack

    January 21, 2015 at 8:13 am

    Kelly, When you grab your camera, does Sushi go into posing mode? She is the perfect little prop! Still love those blue chairs and your mix of the old with the new. Such a lovely home 🙂

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:27 am

      Not always – but she did seem mesmerized by the tripod and all the rearranging – I think she’s a decorator trapped in a dogs body!

      Reply
  5. Joyce @ Quilted Nest

    January 21, 2015 at 8:18 am

    how ’bout that? Very nice!

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:27 am

      Thanks Joyce!

      Reply
  6. [email protected]

    January 21, 2015 at 8:50 am

    I can tell you that your mantel is definitely a showstopper….Love every detail and what a great job you did on the chalkboard….and then there is Sushi…..and steals the show!….Yes, I think she may be handing you a contract soon!!

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:27 am

      Maybe I can retire once Sushi hits it big!

      Reply
  7. Karah @ thespacebetweenblog

    January 21, 2015 at 8:57 am

    Sushi is clearly the best accessory! Love the rustic simplicity of this!

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:28 am

      Sushi says she needs to model her bikini in Aruba!

      Reply
  8. Taylor @ TayRose

    January 21, 2015 at 9:06 am

    Sushi is a star I must say! Love what you did on the mantel…the tarnished silver has that, “it’s cold out there and I’m growing a beard” type of feel, and against the warm, rough wood…perfection.

    Love your style, and live it through your talent!!
    Is Spring coming????

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:28 am

      Thanks Taylor – as long as I’m not growing a beard I’m happy!

      Reply
  9. Pat Smith

    January 21, 2015 at 9:12 am

    Love your winter mantle. That rustic wood box with the trays have me swooning!
    But my favorite of all is your precious puppy modeling by the fire!

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:29 am

      Thanks Pat – Sushi sends her love!

      Reply
  10. [email protected]

    January 21, 2015 at 9:44 am

    Its looking great!

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:29 am

      Thanks so much Suzie!

      Reply
  11. Deb

    January 21, 2015 at 10:09 am

    It’s perfect! You have such a way with decor. Love your puppy!!

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:29 am

      Thanks Deb – Sushi truly is the best little accessory!

      Reply
  12. Becky

    January 21, 2015 at 11:15 am

    Kelly, I love your mantel and I think I have almost every single item you have on it or at least a close substitute. I may try and recreate your look on my own mantel this weekend. Your little friend is the cutest too!

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:30 am

      How fun Becky – looks like we love the same things!

      Reply
  13. Rosemary Weiss

    January 21, 2015 at 11:29 am

    Oh how I love weathered wood. And you always use it so artfully. I need to something with chalkboard too. I’ve enjoyed your blog for a long time.

    Since you like weathered wood so much, you may be interested in the weathered barn wood and recycled old wood signs I make. I use inspirational, country and whimsical sayings. And lots of color. Please visit my Etsy shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/rosemarypainterlady

    Rosemary Weiss

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:30 am

      Thanks for sharing Rosemary – such beautiful signs!

      Reply
  14. carolann

    January 21, 2015 at 1:45 pm

    The puppy is the most precious addition to the fireplace area………..the rest is icing on the cake!

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:30 am

      Sushi certainly is the star!

      Reply
  15. henrietta carter

    January 21, 2015 at 4:15 pm

    Hello Kelly , love your blog , love everything you create ,love your little dog adorable ,
    keep up your excellent creative work.

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:31 am

      Thank you so much Henrietta! Sushi and I will keep on creating!

      Reply
  16. Marlene Stephenson

    January 21, 2015 at 7:43 pm

    Sushi is so cute ,if she gets an agent she might make you rich. Love your mantle it is dazzling,truly one of the best ones i have seen.

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:31 am

      I’m hoping we’re walking down the street one day and Sushi gets discovered! I just know it’s going to happen!

      Reply
  17. [email protected]

    January 22, 2015 at 7:33 am

    Love your mantel and Sushi! She is just so so cute!

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 10:32 am

      Thanks Julia – she wouldn’t be here without you!

      Reply
  18. Cindy

    January 22, 2015 at 5:16 pm

    I like the vignette that you’ve created, it looks wonderful! I love the snow theme, I have stayed with the same idea, snowmen even! After all it is still winter for a very long time here in Manitoba where I live. The roaring fire is gorgeous, I have a beautiful fireplace in our “new” to us house, but I have not gotten anyone in to inspect it and apparently, our fire insurance will go up substantially, another reason not to use it. Sadly.

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    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      January 22, 2015 at 5:20 pm

      Thanks Cindy! A shame you can’t sit before a roaring fire. I converted mine to gas – love the flick of a switch for instant ambiance! Your snowmen sound adorable!

      Reply
  19. Debbie Howard

    January 23, 2015 at 11:10 pm

    Awwwwwww Sushi is such a beauty! The mantel is quite beautiful too.

    Reply

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