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March 14, 2017 by Bre

Spring Mantel Decorating Ideas

In the past I really only decorated my mantel for Christmas.  Sometimes I’d put up a little bunting or banner, or maybe a cute sign, for other holidays, but I usually only changed my mantel decor significantly around Christmas.  But this year I had so much fun changing things up with my winter mantel decor, that I couldn’t resist changing it over for spring, too.

And when my friend Amy from My Life From Home invited me to share my spring mantel decorating ideas as part of a Spring Mantel Blog Hop, I knew it was meant to be!  So without further ado, let me show you my spring mantel (and make sure to visit the other spring mantel decorating ideas you’ll find at the end of this post)!

There are so many spring mantel decorating ideas in this post! Blend Easter and spring with this decor ideas that are affordable and easy to replicate.

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I went really green and really simple for my spring mantel, and I think it works!  I tried hard to use things I already had, like moss-covered balls, white ceramic decor accents (like a bunny candy dish (here’s a similar one) and bird), a candlestick, and flowering cherry branches . . . and thankfully it all came together.There are so many spring mantel decorating ideas in this post! Blend Easter and spring with this decor ideas that are affordable and easy to replicate.

There are so many spring mantel decorating ideas in this post! Blend Easter and spring with this decor ideas that are affordable and easy to replicate.

One new purchase was the long planter box in the middle, which I filled with faux grass that I cut to size, and trimmings from the flowering cherry branches in the large vase.

There are so many spring mantel decorating ideas in this post! Blend Easter and spring with this decor ideas that are affordable and easy to replicate.

I also used some of those cherry blossom trimmings and a ribbon scrap to add a pop of spring to a plain candle.

There are so many spring mantel decorating ideas in this post! Blend Easter and spring with this decor ideas that are affordable and easy to replicate.

I think my favorite thing about my spring mantel is the vintage seed packet bunting that I made for over the window mirror.  There are so many spring mantel decorating ideas in this post! Blend Easter and spring with this decor ideas that are affordable and easy to replicate.

I’m going to let you in on a little secret . . . they’re not actually seed packets at all!  They’re just some free printables that I downloaded from Knick of Time (THANK YOU, Angie!), and resized to be smaller like seed packets.  I glued them onto twine and had an adorable and “springy” bunting for my mirror!   There are so many spring mantel decorating ideas in this post! Blend Easter and spring with this decor ideas that are affordable and easy to replicate.

There are so many spring mantel decorating ideas in this post! Blend Easter and spring with this decor ideas that are affordable and easy to replicate.

There are so many spring mantel decorating ideas in this post! Blend Easter and spring with this decor ideas that are affordable and easy to replicate.

Now, this has nothing to do with my mantel, but when I was taking pictures I moved my coffee table out of the way . . . and my NEW little puppy decided to plop himself right in the middle of my workspace.   I guess he wants you all to be formally introduced!  So please meet Jasper, my 13 week old Labradoodle!  There are so many spring mantel decorating ideas in this post! Blend Easter and spring with this decor ideas that are affordable and easy to replicate.

Isn’t he a cutie?  There are so many spring mantel decorating ideas in this post! Blend Easter and spring with this decor ideas that are affordable and easy to replicate.

He told me he approves of my spring mantel decorating ideas, so I hope you do, too!   There are so many spring mantel decorating ideas in this post! Blend Easter and spring with this decor ideas that are affordable and easy to replicate.

Now that you’ve seen how I added some spring decor to my mantel, please head over to my friends’ posts to see their gorgeous spring mantel decorating ideas, too!

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-Bre

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  1. Lindsay Eidahl says

    March 14, 2017 at 7:06 am

    YOur mantel is so pretty and your puppy is ADORABLE! We have thought about a puppy and a labradoodle made the list. So cute!

    Reply
    • Bre says

      March 21, 2017 at 8:54 pm

      Thanks so much, Lindsay! We are loving him – they are such good dogs! I don’t think you’d be disappointed.

  2. Amy @ mylifefromhome says

    March 14, 2017 at 7:27 am

    Beautiful, Bre! I love the addition of the seed packets on the window. I was thinking of doing the same thing, but ran out of time. I may still need to do that. It looks so cute. Thanks for joining in this hop! Now we just need the spring weather to come!

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    • Bre says

      March 21, 2017 at 8:55 pm

      Thanks, Amy! Yeah those “packets” couldn’t be an easier project! 🙂 Thanks so much for hosting this fun hop!

  3. Roxanne says

    March 14, 2017 at 8:55 am

    I love what you did with the seed packets, so clever! You mantel is gorgeous!

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    • Bre says

      March 21, 2017 at 8:55 pm

      Thank you, Roxanne! 🙂

  4. Tee @ Beauteeful Living says

    March 14, 2017 at 9:30 am

    Such a pretty mantel display, Bre. Love your new Labradoodle! I bet Jasper is loving his new home and family. Thanks for sharing.

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  5. Seana Turner says

    March 14, 2017 at 9:32 am

    Hello Jasper! Yes, he is adorable:) I could use a little “spring” on my mantle today. Raining/sleeting with a vengeance right now. I’m sitting her sipping hot tea instead of thinking about spring bulbs. But I love the look you created. Funny how a ribbon around the candle makes such a huge difference – so pretty as always, Bre!

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  6. Lindsay @ The DIY Mommy says

    March 14, 2017 at 10:59 am

    How cute are those vintage see packages! Love that touch:)

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  7. Corinna - ADesignerAtHome says

    March 14, 2017 at 11:41 am

    You have an absolutely STUNNING fireplace mantel. And your wall color is divine. The perfect backdrop to your pretty spring decor 💚

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  8. Jenny says

    March 14, 2017 at 1:51 pm

    Ok, that seed packet garland is amazing!! I might just need to make one too! I’m looking at my mantel and know just where I’d put it. 🙂 Your puppy is adorable – have fun with him!

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  9. Morgan says

    March 14, 2017 at 2:15 pm

    I love the use of the old window. It really makes the space feel special!

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  10. Sarah says

    March 14, 2017 at 5:56 pm

    I think going simple and green is perfect for a Spring mantle!! Especially love the long planter box in the center. And the seed packet garland is amazing!!

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  11. sara s syrett says

    March 14, 2017 at 9:05 pm

    Those vintage seed packets are my favorite too! Its the first thing I saw. I need to find me some of those. Love the whole space!

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  12. Samantha says

    March 14, 2017 at 10:22 pm

    So pretty, Bre! I love your seed pack bunting! Super creative! I wish I had thought to use faux grass and just trim it for my long box! So simple and perfect for spring! 🙂

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  13. Deb says

    March 15, 2017 at 6:20 am

    I love all your ideas Bre! Those printables that look like vintage seed packets are so cute…and your new pup is adorable!

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  14. Kim says

    March 15, 2017 at 7:47 am

    Oh my gosh, Bre, he’s ADORABLE! Hi Jasper! Where to start – I love your idea for the seed packet bunting – so cute and the faux grass. Even the moss balls look fresh and new. Great job! So fun hopping with you!

    Reply
    • Bre says

      March 21, 2017 at 8:56 pm

      Aw, thanks, Kim!! I so appreciate your sweet note! Also, just so you know . . . I tried to comment on your post a few times, but I kept getting an error! I’m so sorry I couldn’t leave you a note to tell you how much I enjoyed your bright and cheery decor!

  15. Sarah Cook says

    March 15, 2017 at 8:59 am

    Love it, Bre! That mirror gives me serious heart eyes. And how adorable is the seed packet bunting! Jasper looks like he has made himself perfectly at home. Such a cutie!

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    • Bre says

      March 21, 2017 at 8:57 pm

      Thanks, Sarah! And yes – Mr. Jasper fits right in! It’s like he’s been here for ages. 🙂

  16. Tara @ Lehman lane says

    March 15, 2017 at 10:49 am

    Very pretty mantel Bre! I really like the mirrored window and that seed bunting. Your new puppy is adorable!!! We have a brown labradoodle too and they are the best!!!

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    • Bre says

      March 21, 2017 at 8:57 pm

      Aw, that is awesome! I didn’t know you also have a labradoodle! I love it!! They are such great dogs!

  17. Kati says

    March 15, 2017 at 3:18 pm

    I love the simplicity of your mantel. And the seed packet banner is fantastic ( I do love seed packets). Also, the color of your walls is beautiful!

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    • Bre says

      March 21, 2017 at 8:58 pm

      Thank you, Kati!! We have been considering repainting in here, but I am sort of too lazy and think we may keep the green because of it. 🙂

  18. Michelle James says

    March 16, 2017 at 11:12 am

    Your spring mantel is so lovely! I can’t believe the seed packets are printables! That is awesome! The little bunny and moss balls are perfect! This has been such a fun hop!

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    • Bre says

      March 21, 2017 at 8:58 pm

      Thank you, Michelle! Yeah, I was so pumped to find those printables! They’re perfect and you can’t beat free! 🙂

  19. Ashley ~ 3 Little Greenwoods says

    March 17, 2017 at 10:07 am

    Love the chippy white mirrored window and the adorable seed packet bunting! Such a smart idea to use a printable a different way. Who’s got time to hunt down antique seed packets anyway?

    Thanks for the DIY inspiration!

    {BIG hugs}
    ~ Ashley

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    • Bre says

      March 21, 2017 at 8:59 pm

      Hahaha right? I barely have time to find regular old seed packets these days! 🙂

  20. Emily says

    March 18, 2017 at 7:23 pm

    You mantel is beautiful, Bre! I adore your seed packet banner & the ribbon and cherry blossoms you added to the candle – those little details make a huge difference in my opinion 🙂 And hello to Jasper! He is a cutie!

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    • Bre says

      March 21, 2017 at 9:00 pm

      Aw, thanks, Emily! Jasper says hello back. He’s sitting here with me. 🙂

  21. Meg @ Green With Decor says

    March 23, 2017 at 10:30 am

    I love this all! That window/mirror with the bunting is so perfect for spring!

    Reply
    • Bre says

      March 24, 2017 at 6:10 am

      Thanks, Meg!

  22. Sandra Garth says

    March 23, 2017 at 11:20 am

    Great ideas and the garland is so cute!

    Reply
    • Bre says

      March 24, 2017 at 6:11 am

      Thank you, Sandra! So sweet! 🙂

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