Christmas Mantel...

I have never been much for decorating our mantel.  I have a huge clock and two topiaries and that is pretty much it.....throw in some stockings at Christmas and it's decked out for the holidays.  I always admire other people's decorated mantels- I just never knew what to do with mine.  Then I met Lisa.

 Always being the one being asked to do decorating for others, I was super excited when Lisa offered to do our mantel for the holidays.  I was a bit nervous about it since I am not the traditional red/green Christmasy kind of girl.  I like decorations that look a bit more natural.  Turns out I was nervous for no reason- she picked up on my style immediately and nailed it.

Putting up the center piece...

Garlands....

I adore this lantern...and the gifts....and the bows....

Lisa wanted to add some height, so she incorporated  the branches

She brought everything she needed to install. all I had to do was snap pictures!

Jack tried to help.  And by "help" I mean "ate garland"

Here is the mantel all decorated up and decked out for the holidays!

I even got inspired to add a little of Lisa's inspiration to my front porch : o )

If you are interested in Lisa's work and would love some beautiful florals for your home, you can contact her at lisa.paul@comcast.net.  She is such a sweet person and SO talented- I loved working with her!