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Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Settling Into the Season


My mantel shelf is usually pretty understated. It has a narrow ledge. And I tend to like to keep it simple. All summer I've had this chippy architectural piece laying on it with just a couple of shells. But since Autumn seems a showy time of year, I've added a few things I'll enjoy looking at for a little while. 



I always like nature prints, and haven't found another place yet for these moths I've had around. I'm thinking of black and white for Halloween, and they lean in that direction. I also have a furniture applique of oak leaves front and center that is usually at the hall tree by my front door. 



I borrowed a nest from one of several that are usually displayed together, and a sampling of old books to give it height. A few more shells, and voila! It's Fall Y'all! As the season goes on we'll be tucking leaves, and feathers, and whatever else turns up into the mix too. After all, fall is the season for gathering in.











The painted wood was one of those pieces that the man at the junk shop asked me, "What are you going to do with it?" How many times have YOU been asked that question?






















 I hope you're enjoying settling in to Fall!
Ciao! for now!

Jacqueline 



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26 comments:

  1. Laura @ 52 FLEASeptember 27, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    Love the moth prints...look perfect for fall on your mantle!

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  2. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeSeptember 27, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    I am so in love with this display! LOVE the architectural piece and the wooden measuring stick (?) -- all of it is adorable! Oh, love that little nest too!

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  3. UnknownSeptember 27, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    What a beautiful mantel! Anything with seashells I adore! (I'm a beachy girl). I'm visiting from Layla's party! Thanks for sharing!~ KIM

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  4. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleSeptember 27, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    Love the nature inspired mantel, Jacqueline. Those moth prints are wonderful and the wooden piece in the middle looks like it could be the base for antlers.

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  5. Faye September 27, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    I think it's beautiful, especially the chippy wood and the moth prints!
    Faye

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  6. BrittanyPaigeSeptember 27, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    Beautiful pieces! So excited I found your blog!!!

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  7. SarahSeptember 27, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Jacqueline, your autumn mantel is inspiring. Love the moth prints and the wooden pieces.

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  8. UnknownSeptember 27, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Hello Jacqueline

    You have a knack of putting things together so well

    Hope you are not getting too chilly yet in the northern hemisphere

    take care from Australia :)

    x

    Loulou

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  9. a quiet lifeSeptember 27, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    it looks wonderful, i am too darn lazy to change by the season these years...

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  10. Antiques And TeacupsSeptember 27, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    What a wonderful collection of disparate objects that make a harmonious whole! Thanks so much for sharing it with us. I love it!
    Ruth

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  11. Blondie's JournalSeptember 27, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    I love it, Jacqueline! The prints are fantastic! I have to remember to use some of my birds nests when I do my mantel...I like that!

    XO,
    Jane

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  12. Old Time CindySeptember 27, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    The chippy wooden piece is so pickin' cool! And yes, I've been asked many a time 'Whatcha gonna do with that?'. LOL!

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  13. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMESeptember 27, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    I adore that wooden piece up there....it is fabulous! The whole vignette is wonderful...

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  14. SuzSeptember 27, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    The close-ups of the little prints are wonderful. Lovely mantle.

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  15. Ann@A Sentimental LifeSeptember 27, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    Love the butterfly prints!

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  16. ArabellaSeptember 27, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    I love your style, and how your mantel 'evolves' All your pieces are very interesting and have a history to them it seems. Well done :O)

    Happy Fall to you!

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  17. Miss KittySeptember 27, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Your fall mantle has so many beautiful elements! I love the folding ruler...I would have never thought of adding that but it is so very interesting. The moth prints are my favorite items on the mantle...the colors are just perfect for this time of year. I saw your post over at Savvy Southern Style party.

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  18. Rosemary@villabarnesSeptember 27, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    This is one creative and unique mantel. The prints are beautiful.

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  19. High Street CottageSeptember 28, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    You have such a way of putting things together Jaqueline! Love the Butterfly botanical style prints too!

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  20. bjSeptember 28, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    As always, your mantel looks just DEVINE. I love it all. You have such beautiful things...and you surely know how to use them. :)
    xoxo

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  21. d e l i g h tSeptember 28, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Beautiful grouping on your mantel! I LOVE the moth print and the little chippy wood piece. I get asked often "aren't you going to paint it?". My husband quit asking me that several years ago. That's what we love--the chippy paint. Love your colors, white brown and black. Those are the fall colors I use.

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  22. Linda@Coastal CharmSeptember 29, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Lovin' your mantel and those prints are wonderful!!!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  23. UnknownSeptember 29, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    Hi Jacqueline,
    I love the simple beauty of your fall mantle and the way you let the neutral color scheme set the tone. Just lovely!
    Cheryl

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  24. Elegant EconomiesSeptember 29, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    Hello, just wanted to tell you how much your vignettes inspire me... so simple and elegant.I really enjoy looking. Thank you.

    Audrey

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  25. Heaven's WalkSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    Beautiful job on your mantel, Jacqueline! There's just something about that little nest in the saucer that melts my heart... :)

    xoxo laurie

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  26. The Charm of HomeOctober 1, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    What gorgeous layers of fall things. I love the white ruler. I think my Dad might have one of those. Very fun addition to your mantel. And, the prints are lovely! Thank you for linking it to Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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