Mantle Styling

After all the Christmas decorations were taken down it was time to refresh the mantle.  I wanted to give you a quick lesson on how to personalize and style your mantle using objects found around the house.  Rather than using one large piece I like to use an assortment of things and group them together.

Step 1:  Choose an item (or items in this case) to be the focal point of the display.  I chose this set of Egyptian prints.

Step 2: Layer - I placed an empty frame behind the shortest of the three pictures to give it the illusion of being taller.   Use your imagination with this. Old doors, window frames, and mirrors can also create a fun layered look, it just depends on what you are going for. 

Step 3: Add coordinating accessories. A couple candles, a regal horse, some feathers in a vase, and vintage books add the perfect finishing touches.