Decorating is a
process!! It takes some adjusting to get the look we are trying to
achieve. Some things work like we envisioned and some don’t work.
I am about to show you what worked and didn't work.......
As pretty as all white can be, I have to have color in my life!! I had envisioned using my black and white striped ornaments with the all white.
(Last years mantel in black and white)
I just knew it would look amazing!!
Black and white always look great together, right?
Wrong!!!
Apparently I like black with white, not white with black.
When there is more white than black it did not look right to me.
REGROUP!!!
Color!!
I need some color!! But, which color. I tried them all believe me!! The
only color I liked with the all white mantel was RED!!!
This years mantel is in Red and White!
I added the basket and the pinecones for texture.
Apparently I can not leave well enough alone because I thought I would add just one more thing to the mix.
An Addition:
I saw this image and saved it on my Pinterest boards……
I love this look! I just knew the addtion of some colored ribbons would make the mantel pop!!
In came the ribbons. Red, white, kelly green, and lime green……..
Shall I use multi-colors? OR Just the greens and white?
Multi-colors Wins
Pretty? I thought so! But!
I woke up the next morning, and it did not pass my first thing in the
morning test!! (If I don’t like it first thing in the morning the out it
goes)
So OUT with the ribbons !!
The next addition was planned from the beginning so that was my next step!
To be continued…………
9 comments:
Looking good....decorating is all about trial and error and recognizing what works and what doesn't. It all is coming together beautifully! So festive!
It is a PROCESS isn't it!!! :) franki (p.s. that isn't what my hubby callit....)
Too Funny!
I know exactly what you mean by "The First Thing In The Morning" test! Happens here all the time....
I agree, the ribbons didn't do it for me either. I'm sure you'll come up with a better alternative!
ha! i love the addition of red too.
and i'm kinda surprised you didn't like the ribbons--what you have planned must be extra special!
michele
So funny...I did the same thing, poured myself a cup of coffee surveyed the few ornaments I hung on the tree and started adjusting before I even finished my first cup!
HOHOHO-right?!
Sometimes it's just a process. I do the same thing. Seems I'm always tweaking! I think the ribbons are the perfect touch. Can't wait to see what's next.
clever you sharing your likes and dislikes, we get to see your process. so now i know you are up to something and can't wait to see!
xo
debra
I thought this type of thing only happened to me! I'm sure the end result will be wonderful. x Sharon
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