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{DIY} Valentine Mantel

February 6, 2013 by Courtney 28 Comments

The only thing we decorate around this time of year is our mantel. I like to give it a little bit of Valentine love. I will also hang a wreath or sweet garland outside on our front porch. This year, I showed you a couple of DIY projects. I made simple mason jars as well as a DIY pom pom garland and used them both on our mantel. I took everything else down from the space and kept it really really simple. I also created a printable in order to vary the height of the items. You can really use items from around the house to create a similar look.

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Our family LOVES The Lumineers song, “Ho Hey” so I thought it would be perfect for this Valentine’s Day mantel.  We pretty much turn it up as load as possible when it comes on in the car and rock out. Good times.

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And instead of opening my frame and replacing the current artwork, I took the silver and white washi tape used on the mason jar and stuck a little piece on each corner. DONE! Love things that are quick and simple. And temporary.

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If you missed my post where I talked about layering the mirrors you can check it out right here.

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I like the clean and simple look of this year’s mantel. What about you? Do you doll your place up for Valentine’s Day or skip right past it? I would be curious to know. We will be spending the rest of the week working on some Pinterest inspired valentines. If you follow me over there, than I am sure you have seen them!

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To see the DIY projects for this mantel you can click below
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Filed Under: decorating, Do it yourself, holiday, mantel, Uncategorized, valentine

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  1. Kelly Petty says

    February 6, 2013 at 9:47 am

    Your mantel looks gorgeous! What programme did you use for your printable? x

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  2. modern jane says

    February 6, 2013 at 10:44 am

    Gorgeous Courtney. I think you are the queen of mantels. The little mason jars with flowers kill me!

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  3. Jennifer {The Chronicles of Home} says

    February 6, 2013 at 12:16 pm

    I don't do any Valentine's decorating, however, I think you've hit a perfect balance here of a little something festive without blowing your house up in pink hearts. We love that song too!

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  4. Baby Mama Juice says

    February 6, 2013 at 1:21 pm

    Ho Hey is the Best! What a great idea! Those layered mirrors are to die for!

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  5. Anna says

    February 6, 2013 at 1:31 pm

    Your mantel looks beautiful. Love the mason jars with flowers. I have the same mirror as you on my mantel. Have a great day!

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  6. f577f65c-9b8e-11e1-b0f7-000bcdcb2996 says

    February 6, 2013 at 2:04 pm

    I love this. You always have a beautiful mantel!

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  7. Gabbi @ Retro Ranch Reno says

    February 6, 2013 at 3:16 pm

    So cute! I just posted about a sign I painted with those lyrics…love it!

    http://retroranchrenovation.blogspot.com/2013/02/lyric-artcheap-but-not-easy.html

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  8. Bree TheUrbanUmbrella says

    February 6, 2013 at 3:36 pm

    Oh my gosh these are SO adorable! LOVE how they look, too cute<3

    xoxo Bree
    The Urban Umbrella
    http://www.theurbanumbrella.com

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  9. natasha {schue love} says

    February 6, 2013 at 4:37 pm

    Oh it's adorable!! Loving the mason jars and the washi tape to hold the print in place. Clever girl!

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  10. Becky {This Is Happiness} says

    February 6, 2013 at 5:23 pm

    It looks so pretty! I love how simple it is and love the white mason jar vases.

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  11. {Hi Sugarplum!} says

    February 6, 2013 at 6:36 pm

    So sweet!! I love the little touches…and of course the pink and red!

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  12. Michaela says

    February 6, 2013 at 9:09 pm

    Very cute, as always! The string and washi tape are great!

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  13. christine, just bella says

    February 6, 2013 at 10:22 pm

    This looks fantastic! I'm loving the washi tape! I usually just do the mantel too, it's just enough holiday cheer.

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  14. Allison says

    February 6, 2013 at 10:43 pm

    Your mantle is perfect. Sweet and simple! I strung some pink hearts on twine to make a garland and hung one garland in each of our bay windows in our living room. I always love to have a vase of pink or red tulips. I try to keep it simple…just a touch of love scattered around.

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  15. Simply LKJ says

    February 6, 2013 at 11:06 pm

    Beautiful Courtney!!

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  16. Megan says

    February 7, 2013 at 2:53 am

    Yes, love the washi tape on top on that frame!

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  17. Megan says

    February 7, 2013 at 2:55 am

    Oh THAT song! I had to check it out! 🙂

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  18. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says

    February 7, 2013 at 3:33 am

    Your mantel looks absolutely gorgeous! I love it!

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  19. Carmel @ Our Fifth House says

    February 7, 2013 at 4:13 pm

    so sweet – i love it – especially the pom pom garland!

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  20. Mego says

    February 7, 2013 at 4:13 pm

    Courtney, how did you spray paint on the glass? I tried it (b/c I ADORE your mantle and had to have one just like it!) and it's all streaky. What did I do wrong? Help! 🙂

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  21. Aubrey {All Things Bright and Beautiful} says

    February 7, 2013 at 9:17 pm

    I totally missed the mason jar post, those are so stinkin' cute!!! Now I have to dress up the ones on my mantel with some little ombre hearts, it's just too cute not to! And I'm going to have to follow the crowd and get me some washi tape…easy and temporary??? Sounds like my kind of gig (c:

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  22. Mego says

    February 7, 2013 at 9:49 pm

    Ok, I figured it out:) I def need Rustoleum, and not just any spray paint… Oops! Is there any way you could post your printable? It's adorable and completes the mantel!

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  23. Stefania @ ouryellowlovenest says

    February 7, 2013 at 11:29 pm

    I love this look, simple and pretty!

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  24. Amy @ Fig Milkshakes (Home and DIY) says

    February 8, 2013 at 7:50 pm

    Oh, I have those same heart ribbons (from Target, right?) Methinks I may have to try this. It's lovely – I like the last picture – all instagrammy. 😀

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  25. iheartorganizing says

    February 8, 2013 at 8:07 pm

    So so pretty! Each detail is just darling. Your home always looks so festive and happy.

    xo!
    Jen

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  26. Janell @ House of Fifty says

    February 8, 2013 at 8:45 pm

    I enjoy how you embrace each celebration and holiday in your home with these little touches, it makes your home seem like a very inviting place indeed!

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