There is something to be said for all the seasons,
each beautiful in its own way,
but there is something extra special about SPRING!
Awakening,
new life,
bright and beautiful,
sweet smells,
beauty for the eyes to behold,
anticipation.
Not only do I love this season, but it's the first spring for decorating in the keeping room!
I've been itching to add a little something to the mantel
and these recent warm, sunshine filled days, got me digging through my stash.
The first thing added was a little pedestal and a birds nest
placed on the side table in front of the fireplace.
For the mantel I gathered a few Ball mason jars.
Extra flowers from making wreaths for the front doors in years past.
I don't spend much on flowers that will be used outdoors so these didn't cost much back when I bought them.
Some filler.
I wasn't sure at first if I would use the crackle paper or moss.
A birds nest and bird.
I ended up using the crackle paper.
First I filled the bottom of each mason jar.
Then I cut a few sprigs of flowers for each vase.
Holding a few of the flower sprigs together, I bunched the crackle paper around the stem just before inserting into the jar.
After adjusting the flower placement, I added more crackle paper inside the mason jar filling to the top with a little spilling over the edge.
I used another small white pedestal for this bird to sit on.
I'm hoping to keep my spring decorating to little or no cost
and adding these touches to the mantle in the keeping room didn't cost any moola!
Are you as excited as I am that spring is finally here?!
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Very pretty Cindy! I love how you filled the mason jars!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful springy mantel, Cindy! Love the blue jars...they are a favorite of mine. Ooh...and the dogwoods too :)
ReplyDeletePretty spring additions, Cindy. I know you are having fun decorating your new space.
ReplyDeleteHi Cindy, your spring mantle is so pretty and what fun fixing up the new keeping room. I love how you stuffed the mason jars, ummm, I might have to pilfer that idea!..Happy Thursday..Judy
ReplyDeleteYes, I am! I hear more birds chirping. I went out and saw little nubs of tulips coming up. And I can't wait for your gorgeous photos of birds.
ReplyDeleteBrenda
Very pretty mantle. The mason jars look great and I like the nest on the side table
ReplyDeleteCindy
Hi Cindy, Love your spring touches! I have several bird nests and ceramic birds, plus a white pedestal dish, so may copy your idea. I also love blue mason jars-have a case of them and will have to dig them out. You've got the perfect mantle for all your items. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Noreen
Lovely, as always! Yes, I'm ready for Spring!
ReplyDeleteSuper pretty spring look to your mantel - which always looks beautiful, no matter the season. So many cute ideas. Jane
ReplyDeleteThat is just beautiful, Cindy. I love everything you did. I REALLY like the mason jars filled with crackle paper. Such a small thing but so cute. It all looks really, really nice! xo Diana ps. I am BEYOND ready for spring although it is more than a month away for us...more likely two months off....
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely, Cindy! The mason jars were inspired. The mantel looks fresh and ready for spring! I can't believe it is so close!
ReplyDeleteI love this, Cindy! A very original idea for jars, flowers!! And the options are endless. I love your pretty mantel and hearth. I have fun with my hearth in the spring and summer as I don't have to move things to make a fire!! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the ideas!
Jane xxxx
Just stunning! I love the floral arrangements!
ReplyDeleteJennelise
Cindy your mantle is so Springy. I would never have thought to add the paper to the bottles, cute idea! Have a beautiful day! Jo
ReplyDeleteGreat idea to use the crinkle paper in the jars...it looks so much like nesting material a bird might use! Thanks for sharing your great Spring mantle with us!
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty mantel Cindy! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
ReplyDeleteSherry
This is so ethereal and pretty but I had to laugh since I am reading it on the day before Official Spring and our forecast for later on is snow :) Some snow that will change over to rain and hopefully move on quickly! :)
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