Sunday, March 11, 2012

spring mantel & bookcase


Neutral & Fresh

Here's my simple look for spring...




 I was in the mood for something different, it's not my usual more edited look!


All of the vases (except one) are from my thrifting trips,
my tips on how to scour your Goodwill, and what to look for when you're thrifting
 are here, and my tips for painting them here.






The pots of wheat grass add a pop of color, freshness and texture,
it couldn't be easier to grow, if you want the details go here.
It's not to late for Easter!





The ivy in my topiary was rescued from a window box last fall,
if you'd like to know how to make one go here.






I shared an inexpensive framing tip here.




If you're thinking I like the look but I don't have that many white books,
think again!
Maybe you have some of these?



    Or, guess what color the inside of your book jackets are?
Just turn them over!


I even used a lot of paperbacks, just be sure you place them strategically
 and no one will ever know. 

I hope you're inspired to spiff up your
place for spring!

Join me at Fox Hollow Cottage and check out all the mantels!
Under the Table and Dreaming's Sunday Showcase Party here,
 and Uncommon Slice of Suburbia's Tuesday's Treasures here,
Savvy Southern Style's Wow us Wednesdays here,
The Shabby Nest's Frugal Friday here,
and Beth's at Home Stories A to Z Tutorials & Tips here,
French Country Cottage - Feathered Nest Friday here.

The Lettered Cottage

50 comments:

Kate @ Daffodils said...

So pretty!

Crissy @ House of Marlowe said...

Such a pretty space. I love the wheat grass addition and all of the lovely white containers. Great styling!

Unknown said...

Wow, your bookcase styling is fantastic, and way to go with all your vase finds and painting them white! I love it. Have a great day Pam!
nancy
PowellbrowerHome.com

Cassie Bustamante said...

so pretty and fresh! the greens are the perfect touches!

Anonymous said...

Your bookcase styling is gorgeous!! Every detail is perfect.Your mantle looks just beautiful with a touch of green.

Kathy

Unknown said...

Beautiful and fresh Pam! The wheatgrass is the perfect pop!

Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles said...

I can't quit staring at the last photo of your full wall. So pretty! You need to throw your "way before" picture up with that. You've inspired me to redo my mantle today. I usually don't do anything special for spring, but our grass is ready and that's where it's headed!

Katie {Miss Dixie} said...

So fresh for spring I love it! Your bookcases look fabulous and I love that little trick for the book covers! Still planning on planting my wheatgrass next weekend:)

Dana Frieling said...

Classy, classy and really pretty! The gold Z is my favorite.

Lisa @ Shine Your Light said...

Pam - seriously - this is magazine-worthy. When I got to the picture of your whole fireplace wall and built ins I actually gasped - all the white with the pops of green and gold are so fresh and pretty - I love it!

Tiffany @ {Living Savvy} said...

I love it! So fresh and right out of the pages of a magazine! Great tips too!

Joanne B. said...

Love the tip on 'finding' books to use! Who would have thought! When I started reding this post my first thought was, " I am SO posting a comment asking you to PLEASE talk about finding books that work and then, 2 seconds later- there was your secret! I will have to take a run to GW to search for books to re-purpose! Thanks for sharing this great, 'simple' tip! WHO KNEW? Love the clean classic look in your home and you are now one of my fav's!

Leslie said...

Great vase display and I love the splash of green here and there :)

Sew a Fine Seam said...

Looks good! I like the white books - have looked at ideas like that for a long time.
My living room needs some spiffing up - unfortunately what it really needs is some new furniture so it's a challenge to like what it looks like when i can't just go out and get the furniture it needs! oh well, someday...

Holly Gruszka said...

That is magazine vignette worthy neutral goodness Pam! Your shelves are my inspiration for a mantle and built-ins someday. I even found a little creature that I might purchase to include on my shelves.

A room with a view said...

I love your collection of white pottery, Pam. I would love to have built-ins to display my collections- I only have a small corner one in my dining room. Having the books with spines on the inside is a great idea.

Calypso In The Country said...

Pam, everything looks so fresh and springy! You really have a knack for displaying pieces! I haven't done any spring decorating yet but since it is almost 70 degrees today I am really in the mood!
-Shelley

Meghan @ Wishful Thinking said...

I think this is just what my living room needs - a pop of green colour to welcome spring! Off to check out how to grow it now (hope it's easy and difficult to kill because I have black thumbs)!

Barefoot in Blue Jeans said...

I love your bookshelves and the mantle looks great.

chateau chic said...

I love how your mantel complements the shelves on either side so nicely. What a great collection of white vases, so many interesting sizes and shapes. So pretty and fresh!
Thanks for stopping by my blog. I'm your newest follower.
Mary Alice

Shannon Fox said...

It all looks lovely! Your shelves are always expertly styled. You have got the magic touch. Super balance with just the right texture and pops.I really like the freshness of the wheatgrass too =)

Sweet Posy Dreams said...

Love the brick fireplace and the touches of green really pop! So pretty!

Kim @ French Country Antiques said...

Your mantel looks great. Love the sunburst mirror!

Lori said...

Just beautiful and I love the pops of green. I recognize some of your Goodwill finds (the creamer, etc.). Your photo looks like it belongs in a magazine.

Anonymous said...

Your mantel is gorgeous! I love the Spring details! Your white pottery pieces with the the green plants look wonderful!

Gina said...

So pretty for Spring! Your mantel and bookcases look wonderful.

Kim @ Savvy Southern Style said...

Love your mantel and your bookshelves displays. I see you have sticks in an urn, too.

Pam - @diy Design Fanatic said...

Gorgeous mantel! I love the whole wall with brick and built ins! I love the mirror, as well.

Amber B (Simple Dwellings) said...

Wow- I love this look! The layering of the mirrors looks amazing. All of the shelf styling is great! And your wheat grass still looks so beautiful! You did an amazing job with this space. Here's to spring! :)

Anonymous said...

How beautiful! Your home is gorgeous.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

Grandma Barb's This and That said...

Love the pop of green with the wheat grass the the topiary. It all looks beautiful.

Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia said...

Your mantel is fabulous!!!
Thanks for linking up :)
XO
Kristin

Katrina said...

Thanks for dropping by to see me at Seaside Interiors ...your mantel is gorgeous, such a fresh feel of spring. Thanks for sharing!

Becca Bertotti said...

What a beautiful mantel (and bookcases, too). Love the crisp white elements, mixed in with splashes of color! Fun to have found your blo through Fox Hollow Cottage! *Becca* (new follower)

www.adventuresindecorating.blogspot.com

Carly Haslee said...

Pam--everything about this is amazing! I need to get to Goodwill with you ASAP. The various textures and pops of gold are simply stunning!

Heidi @ Decor & More said...

Very fresh and simple! I love your tips for the books. :) Visiting from UnCommon Slice

LifeLessOrdinary said...

Beautiful mantel. Stopping by from Fox Hollow Cottage's Spring Mantel party.

Shasta

reFresh reStyle said...

I love everything! Great idea about the book jackets-why didnt I think of that! Love your brick fireplace, so fresh and spring like.
Debbie

Keeping It Cozy said...

Thank you for your warm welcome! Your blog is just lovely and what a beautiful space.

Maria said...

How beautiful! What a lovely space!

SHERRY HART said...

Gorgeous....love the white and gold!

Miss Kitty said...

Gorgeous mantle and bookshelf arrangements! I just found your blog today through the mantle party at "The Lettered Cottage". I am following now. I took a few minutes to go back and see how you achieved the great look with the vases, etc. from thrifting. They look just wonderful. Thanks for sharing your tips.

Shaunna said...

Ooh, I'm a fan of white and all things neutral, so this is LOVELY to me! So happy I found you through Layla's party!
:-)
shaunna

Jane said...

I'm heading over from the mantel party. Your home is beautiful!

Ivy and Elephants said...

I love the clean edited look. You have just he right amount of wow with the green and gold pops of color!
New follower, hope you visit our linky party as well. We'd love to have you share!
Hugs,
Patti

Anonymous said...

Looks so pretty!

A Vintage Vine said...

I just love those neutral bookcases...Oh, how I've missed your inspiration!

Unknown said...

What color and brand of white paint did you use for the bookcases. I’m afraid I might pick something that is too hospital white. Love your design.

lovgod said...

I just love those neutral bookcases...Oh, how I've missed your inspiration!

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