I started with an all white base on my mantel……
As much as I love the clean, simple look of the all white mantel this girl needs a touch of color…..
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…..So in comes a touch of red, some pine cones for a bit of texture to tie in with the basket. Now, it is looking a little better. Still not quite right……
ENTERS…… The Ribbons!!
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Touches of Kelly green, red, lime green, and of course white, in the form of a swag!
Can you use ribbon without making a bow?
ABSOLUTELY
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A Ribbon Swag With Streamers!! No Bow to be found!
Am I Done?
Not Yet! I have one more addition……
“Still Enjoying The Process!”
As I am Decking-The-Halls
Oh so pretty. I love the added color and the ribbon swag is so pretty. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteIt's easy to tell how much you enjoy decorating for Christmas, Kathysue! Your mantel looks lovely, and I like the added colour!
ReplyDelete~ Wendi ~
Love the process, Kathy Sue! The ribbons are so bright and festive!!!! And the colors give your mantle Christmas warmth! Beautiful... as usual!
ReplyDeleteNice look, Kathysue!
ReplyDeleteLooking great....I do love the swag with the ribbon....so clever..."Martha"!
ReplyDeleteLOL Patty, Maybe Marthasue!?
ReplyDeleteLove how your mantel is progressing, a la Kathysue style!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Love the basket in the center!
ReplyDeleteI love your mantel, Kathysue!
ReplyDeleteI just saw ribbon swags hung from small wreaths on bare windows. Very festive.
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