My Rustic Mantel

Welcome to the second Christmas Cheer link up party!  Today, we're sharing our mantels!  You all got a sneak peek of our mantel on Tuesday, when I showed you the pinecone wreath that I made.  Now I get to show you the rest!

I told you before, that I wanted a rustic and neutral theme this year.  It seems with having a child now, that this is probably the last year I'll have such a mature palette, so I took advantage.  The years to come will burst will color, I'm sure!  ;)

Here's a closer look at the beaut of a wreath.  I really didn't change too much from our fall mantel, other than adding some burlap ribbon to the vase and candle and including my favorite Christmas candle--Frasier Fir.  It's the BEST holiday scent ever.

I also added some bling to tie in my mercury glass to the pinecone garland.  All I did was punch out some circles from glitter paper and attach them with tape to some yarn.  Super easy and I think it makes the mantel look a little more festive.

Here's a close up of the mercury glass candles {from Pier 1} and the Frasier Fir candle.

And of course, a sneak peek of our tree {Christmas Tree link up party next Tuesday!}.  You can see we carried the burlap into the tree.  Expect more metallics and neutral colors.  Kind of in love!

We skipped out on stockings this year due to my lack of being able to decide and not wanting to spend tons of money on stockings that we may never use again.  But I don't think I'll miss them too much this year.  Again, it will be come more important as Ethan gets older.

Alright, now it's time for you to head over to Ten June to link up your mantel!  Can't wait to check them out!

And grab a button if you like!

xo natasha