My inspiration came from this Pinterest picture. I loved its simplicity and knew that I could probably make something similar with extra materials I had around the house.
I asked my husband if he had extra wood and molding I could use for a new project I had in mind. He LOVES it when I come to him with another project :) He's a good trooper and found me a piece of plywood and molding. With the molding he framed the plywood and I got painting! I always have semi gloss white paint on hand- I use it for everything! I love Benjamin Moore "Simply White". Next was a trip to the basement to see what I could find for the background color. I have endless amounts of paint samples and decided to go with a bluish gray color instead of using the chalkboard paint. I suggest choosing a paint to complement your room or a chalkboard paint. After much debate, I decided not to add font after I hung the wreath (I'm not kidding when I say I like to keep it simple!). I thought I might be able to use it for other seasons if I kept it plain. Some of the font options I was debating were "Merry Christmas, O Holy Night, Let it Snow, Peace Love Joy".
The next thing I needed to do was to add garland. I'm not a fan of faux garland, unless you buy the expensive kind which again isn't in the budget. Instead, I took the branches we trimmed from the bottom of the Christmas tree and created my own garland - I am pleased with the results! If you have a faux tree ask a neighbor, friend, or family member if you could have their tree trimmings to create you own :) This way you can custom the length to fit your mantel. Use floral wire to attach the limbs together (picture wire will also work!).
After adding a few candle sticks and my monogrammed stockings from Pottery Barn, I was satisfied with my result.
What was your new purchase or holiday project?
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Classic and beautiful- I'd expect no less!
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear that someone else limits their new decorations to one big idea a year- I do the same thing. This year we are working on stockings- and a place to hang them! No mantle, so I'm thinking of trimming a tree branch and using wire to hang in our family room. I'll let you know how it goes!
Thanks Kristy! Great idea with the tree brach! Other ideas if you find yourself without a mantel: use your staircase, an old wooden ladder leaning against a wall or corner, or use a wooden board (old or new) and mounted flush to a wall. You could paint, distress, add hooks or even personalize your wood board! Good luck and Merry Christmas!
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