The Mantel

I wanted something different this time for the mantel. 

So many times I just put picture frames up there

when I don't have it decorated for the holidays. 

Nothing wrong with that especially when it is family. 

 

However instead of just doing what I always do

I put some thought into it and did some searching for ideas.  This meant that the mantel sat empty for days...

something that I don't like and doesn't happen. 

 

The flower arrangement was the first thing that came together.

 

 

 

I finally knew the layout that I wanted

but didn't have all of the pieces. 

I didn't want to spend a lot of money, if any,

when knowing myself I would be changing it again in time. 

 

 ( I like to redecorate often)

 

I am so, so happy with the way it turned out.

 

 

 

I had everything on hand; cost $0.

Using Microsoft Word I printed the word play on Spring.

 

 

Using a glue stick and some flowers from my scrap-booking supplies I made the floral picture. 

 

 

I'm so happy with it.

Now if we can just get Spring on the outside.

Happy Wednesday!