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Friday Eye Candy: Falling for Mantels

August 26, 2011 by Courtney 21 Comments

Don’t worry. I am not ready for fall either. I am still enjoying the pool and beach. My children are not even back to school yet! But there is method to my madness. You see, I am a planner. I got lost in the Pinterest world perusing fall mantels. I used to change my mantel up more frequently, but now it’s pretty much just four or five times a year. So I like to know what I am doing for fall. Why? Because places like the dollar store and Target often offer super cute things that fly off the shelves. If I know I need leaves for my mantel design then I will hit up The Dollar Tree as soon as they start carrying them. So here are a few images {courtesy of PInterest} for you to enjoy. Maybe they will spark an idea or two for you to carry out once fall rolls around.
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Filed Under: Do it yourself, eye candy, fall, Uncategorized

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  1. Miranda says

    August 26, 2011 at 9:46 am

    SO many great ideas here! It's pretty much like autumn here in Alaska with our leaves already beginning to change 🙁 We will have snow in about a month, so I'm trying to enjoy the whiff of fall we're getting.

    I love the "Gather" idea especially. I don't have a mantle, but I will need to integrate some of these great ideas. Have a great weekend!

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  2. Bernadette {Chic Spaces for Little Faces} says

    August 26, 2011 at 10:19 am

    Courtney you slacker you (only changing out your mantel 4-5 times a year) :o) just kidding. I love the red frame with the ribbon and leaves hanging from it. They are all so pretty and although I do love the warmth of summer I think fall is my favorite season. Happy weekend!

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  3. Simply LKJ says

    August 26, 2011 at 10:40 am

    Great ideas! I used to change our mantel out more frequently, but lately have found I like it plain, simple and no fuss. Might add a few elements for fall this year. I do tend to pick things that will carry into Thanksgiving rather than focusing on the Halloween theme, especially now that we don't have little ones in the house.

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  4. Kathy C. says

    August 26, 2011 at 1:34 pm

    I love fall. Seriously can't wait for it to be here so I can wear sweaters and boots. 🙂 Love the inspiration ideas! I think I really need to put some more love into my mantel this year!

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  5. Cassie {Hi Sugarplum!} says

    August 26, 2011 at 1:42 pm

    It's still 105 degrees here, I can't even imagine fall! At this rate, we may skip straight to winter around here (in December!) — love all your inspiration tho!

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  6. 17 Perth says

    August 26, 2011 at 4:53 pm

    Okay–Lots of inspiration here….and a confession! First, my confession…I don't change my mantel except for once a year–Christmas. So, I am inspired to try to change my mantel with the seasons. Secondly, I love the 7th and 8th photos! Thanks for getting my wheels turning!

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  7. Lili says

    August 26, 2011 at 5:21 pm

    so pretty! i have fall in my mind (and in pinterest) lately too!

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  8. Allison says

    August 26, 2011 at 5:21 pm

    Wonderful inspiration for Fall decorating! I'm actually getting in the mood. Our evenings have started to become sweater weather. Love the Fall banner and the red frame with the leaves. Happy Weekend Courtney!

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  9. Elizabeth@themustardceiling says

    August 26, 2011 at 7:25 pm

    Beautiful inspiration Courtney. I am so ready for fall, it is my favorite season. I am especially drawn to the first image I love the high contrast of black and white with pops of orange leaves…so pretty. Have a great weekend.

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  10. Christina says

    August 26, 2011 at 8:18 pm

    What beautiful ideas!
    I am SO ready for Fall!
    xo

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  11. Michaela says

    August 26, 2011 at 11:35 pm

    Love the inspiration! Makes me sad to go back to Washington, but excited to see the fall trees and get cookin' on my mantel!

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  12. Anonymous says

    August 27, 2011 at 5:58 am

    Thanks for the fabulous eye candy!!! I just love this blog–sooo addicting ; )

    xo Kristle
    http://www.willblogforbeauty.com

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  13. Laura Trevey says

    August 27, 2011 at 12:17 pm

    Hi Courtney!

    Beautiful images to put me in the mood for Fall 🙂

    Happy weekend!
    xoxo

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  14. A Lived in Home says

    August 28, 2011 at 2:51 am

    The Boo mantel is super cute!

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  15. Designing Domesticity says

    August 29, 2011 at 12:26 am

    I can't believe Fall is right around the corner…posts are popping up! It's craziness. I must admit that I have been brainstorming mantels as well. Great inspirational images! Liz

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  16. Val says

    August 29, 2011 at 5:12 am

    I'm very excited to start decorating for Fall!! Great images.

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  17. Sarah@totalbassetcase says

    August 29, 2011 at 9:05 pm

    Im not quite ready for fall yet but I love these images! They do have me thinking about my mantel though…baby steps!

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  18. Megan {Honey We're Home} says

    August 30, 2011 at 2:49 am

    This post is getting me excited for fall!!! I totally need to take down the sand and shells . . .

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  19. kim says

    August 31, 2011 at 4:13 pm

    Yay! I'm SO ready for Fall, and this post has me inspired….

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  20. natasha {schue love} says

    September 9, 2011 at 5:48 pm

    I am in love with all of this fall inspiration…especially love the 5 orange flower arrangements on the mantel. Gorgeous!!

    Thanks for linking up today lady!! XO

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  21. Carmen says

    September 19, 2012 at 12:28 am

    I love all of The mantels. Where did you get the fall banners or did you make it.

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