Hi, awesome friends! Today I am sharing with you my pine cones and pumpkins garland that I made for my mantel. I told you earlier that I love everything about my house except the fireplaces. I'll share a little more about that at the end of this post. Putting a garland of leaves only on my mantel gets lost. So I had to get creative and make it larger.
Here's a few up close photos that I took outside.
First, I started with this wide yarn.
I attached the stems of the pumpkins with floral wire. I also attached the pine cones with floral wire, but I wrapped it around the inside of each one.
After I had the amount of each that I wanted, I tied scraps of material that I had on the yarn. Super easy, but slightly time-consuming.
Once I had all of that completed, I made different bows for all of the pumpkins and pine cones. I used floral pins to attach to the pumpkins, and hot glued the bows to the pine cones. I punched holes in single leaves with a floral pin. Then I used a much lighter floral wire and attached it through the holes.
I attached several leaves on some wire, and a single leaf on the others. I bent the wire just enough to keep the leaves separated.
When we looked at this house for the first time, the fireplace stuck out like a sore thumb. It just looked like a big box surrounded by windows. Seriously, what was the builder thinking??? It gets even better, too! We have one in our bedroom that is identical to this one, except it only has a window above it. Our house was built to take advantage of the lake views. So my family room has 9 windows. I really need to get curtains on these windows, but I just can't decide what I want to do yet.
Here is a photo I took with my phone the other night when I was cleaning the mantel, before I added the fall decor. To draw attention away from the fireplace, I made a huge floral arrangement. You really can't tell just how large it is from the pics. It's a biggie, and took me several days and way too much money to make it!!!
Now when you walk in the room, you really don't notice the fireplace. The garland did add a nice touch of color. My hubby wasn't impressed with my idea when I started, but he actually loves it.
Kathy
Linking to : It's Fall Y'all
It's gorgeous! I think I'd have the windows opened to enjoy the lake all the time. I love the arrangement, it adds so much drama. Love it
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DeleteThat is one huge floral arrangement! I can only imagine how much work all that was! I have 9 windows in my family room too! I wish we looked out at a lake though. It's a wooded view, which is pretty, but water is definitely the bestest! I've never seen a fireplace built with windows above it. I can understand it might be challenging to decorate. Usually something like artwork goes above a fireplace, or more likely tv's, these days, (which I'm not a fan of). I would love to see that lake of yours Kathy! Have a relaxing weekend. As for me, I'll be trying to figure out what I can do for your link party! Lol
ReplyDeleteIt is is huge! It was definitely an all day and night project. LOL I can't believe you have 9 windows, too! We had a view of the woods when we lived in Texas, and it was so peaceful. Can't wait to see what you link up! You have a great weekend, too! See ya at the party! HUGS
DeleteWhat a beautiful fall arrangement and I love the garland ~ especially the fall of leaves on each end. Brilliant idea! Looking forward to the party!
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DeleteReally like your Fall decorations but must have taken you forever to put together. The leaves look like they are floating in the air. Thanks for the ideas.
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Thank you so much for your sweet comment. Tying the fabric did take a awhile. I just spread it out over a few days. :)
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Wow! Awesome mantel garland and arrangement.
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DeleteYou are so creative and it reallly looks awesome:)
ReplyDeleteAww, thank you so much for your sweet comment, and for stopping by! I hope you have an awesome weekend. :)
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Kathy that is just gorgeous! I love the way the leaves look like they are just falling mid-air from your mantel! Genius!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! Those leaves were an afterthought, but I'm glad they worked. :)
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Best autumn garland ever! So pretty, what a difference it makes in the before and after.
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Thank you so much! It is amazing what adding color will do. Thanks for stopping by, too! Have a wonderful weekend. :)
DeleteAbsolutely beautiful!! Look so festive!
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DeleteI love it!! I am in the process of doing my mantel.. Thans for sharing a wondering idea..
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DeleteKathy your hard work is surely showing,this looks incredible!
ReplyDeleteLovn' your DIY Fall garland and I for one love that fireplace.perfect.
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DeleteYour mantle looks beautiful Kathy!
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This is the most gorgeous display on a mantel and I am assuming your porch I have ever seen. I just cannot say how beautiful it looks. Your fireplace is in an awkward place but it certainly looks lovely now. Betty Baker from Ontario,Canada
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DeleteThat is quite an arrangement, really pretty but I have to vote for the garland. What a lot of work but so worth it, very pretty, loved all the detail. The bows on the pumpkins and pinecones, very very nice. Lucky you having a lake view.
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DeleteKathy, you did a great job of dressing the mantel! Your arrangement is gorgeous! The pinecones and pumpkins garland is perfect! You are so talented!
ReplyDeleteThank you! You are so sweet! Thanks so much for your sweet comments, and for visiting! HUGS
DeleteSo pretty - I love your a combinations...pumpkins and pinecones! And I am inspired at your idea of decorating your deck/porch! So cute.
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DeleteHi Kathy, I love your mantel it turned out so pretty. Everything looks wonderful. Hope your weekend is going well. :-) Peggy
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! That's what was spread out in my floor the day you came by. LOL I have had a wonderful weekend. They just go by way too fast. :)
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How beautiful - you did an amazing job and the garland looks wonderful on your mantel. Very festive :)
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DeleteKathy,
ReplyDeleteWow that is some fantastic garland! The whole mantle looks great. Thanks for sharing on Super Sweet Saturday.
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DeleteLove the garland! It really looks beautiful.
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DeleteYour garland looks great! I love how you used it inside and outside.
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Thank you so much! So glad you stopped by, and thanks for following, too! Headed to your blog now! :)
DeleteHi Kathy,
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous mantle. The photos are stunning. Don't you just love fall colors?
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DeleteVery darling and festive Kathy! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much!! Have a wonderful week. :)
DeleteWOW! I've never seen something like that so elaborate! Great job!!
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Thank you so much! Thanks for another great party, too! :)
DeleteYour floral arrangement is beautiful but I LOVE,LOVE,LOVE the garland. Thanks for sharing.
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DeleteI am very impressed with your garland and your flower arrangement. You are one talented woman.
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DeleteI love this! Great job!
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DeleteWow ! Really creative ! I found you through The DIY Dreamer and am a new follower. I hope I can persuade you to come share at my Blog Fest http://fresh-eggs-daily.blogspot.com/2012/10/farm-girl-blog-fest-4.html
ReplyDeleteOh, thank you so much, and I would love to share at your party! Thanks for the invite, and for following.
DeleteAbsolutely beautiful. I love your mantel in all of it's Fall glory. Thanks for sharing at DIYbyDesign.
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DeleteBeautiful garland and gorgeous mantel, perfectly dressed up for fall. You are very talented and creative, with that lovely flower arrangements. Lots of fall inspiration here!
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Gorgeous! I love your mantel!
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DeleteKathy I love all of your pinecones! It all looks so beautiful.
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DeleteThanx for coming over to the party Kathy to share your pinecones!:)
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Deleteit's gorgeous and smart!
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oh, those the leaves...what a great idea for halloween decor!
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Deleteit looks amazing! Love the floral arrangement too. It's amazing how quickly it adds up, isn't it. Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things hop xo P.S. did you enter my latest giveaway?
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Hi, Kathy - Thanks for visiting my Blog and FB Page and Following me there! I enjoyed this lovely display! - Am now Following You, too - ;-} I so miss the fireplaces I had in previous homes and how I decorated them for each season through the years... I've never seen one with Windows around it!
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Thanks so much for visiting and following! I love your great blog. It has truly been a challenge decorating with windows. LOL Have a wonderful weekend. :)
DeleteI feel like most men dont get their amazingly crafty wives.... but they love us and our creations once brought to fruition... awesome job :)
ReplyDeleteYou are so right about that! LOL Thank goodness we can see the vision! :) Thank you so much for visiting! :)
DeleteYour fall mantel is gorgeous Kathy! So vibrant and full of color. Your pinecones are splendid.
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DeleteThat is absolutely gorgeous Kathy! The flower arrangement....WOW. You can tell its really big too. Please come decorate my home! Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteAww thank you so much!!! I will be right over! LOL Too bad we don't live close enough to visit. I am so thankful for our blog visits! I hope you have a wonderful weekend, too! HUGS
DeleteWOW Kathy...everything looks so beautiful...love the arrangement and the garland is to die for! You really can tell you but alot of labor and love into this!!! Thank you so much for comeing by One More Time and sharing!
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Thank you so much! Love linking up at your party! Thanks for hosting! I will give you a call tomorrow. :)
DeleteHi Kathy
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Thank you so much for the feature!! You made my day! I am truly honored. Working frantically to get my post done. :) See you soon!! HUGS
DeleteHow beautiful!! Thank you so much for sharing at Sharing Saturday!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, and thanks for hosting! Almost finished with my next post. See you soon. Have a wonderful weekend. :)
DeleteThat garland is gorgeous! I love all of the fabric intertwined with the rustic pinecones and the colorful pumpkins! So festive! Thanks for sharing. It looks fabulous over your fireplace!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I am loving all the fall colors. Thanks for the great party!
DeleteWow, that whole mantel looks great! And great job on the garland! Thanks for linking this up to The Fun In Functional!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, and thanks for the great party! :)
DeleteWow Kathy, what a gorgeous fall mantel! It's so lush and full of autumn goodness!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! I am loving the fall colors. Thanks for the great party, too!
DeleteLovely mantel! Thanks for sharing at Submarine Sunday!
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Thank you and thanks so much for hosting. :)
DeleteKathy, Thanks so much for sharing this beautiful garland on Simple & Sweet Fridays. I love how creative you are! The pine cones added with the pumpkins are so festive. I love it!
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DeleteWow! I am impressed - the garland and the mantel decor is fabulous - know it took you quite a while you did an amazing job! I do appreciate you sharing with Home and Garden Thursday,
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DeleteWhat beautiful fall decor! You look all ready for Thanksgiving! I definitely will be taking some notes as I ready our home for the upcoming holiday. Thanks for sharing at our link party this week.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! Have fun decorating! Thanks for the great party, too. :)
DeleteYour mantel is just beautiful Kathy! Thank you so much for sharing your creativity at Mom On Timeout. Hope to see you back tonight!
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DeleteSo pretty Kathy! Love the mantel and all of your great pics! Thanks for sharing at Keep Calm and Link Up!
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DeleteI love your garlands, the pine-cones add the perfect natural touch. Now to get me some!
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Kathy, I think it looks fabulous! I just may try making one of these. I like the large space on top of the fireplace - almost a mantel unto itself!
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Hi Kathy, Your garland & fall decor looks amazing! I love it. Thanks for linking up this past week. I hope you can again this week @ DearCreatives.com Have a great weekend ahead.
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