One of the first places I decorate in my home each holiday season is my mantel, as I really use this space to set the tone for the rest of my holiday decor. This year, I opted to use a red, lime green and gold color scheme for my mantel display, incorporating a number of DIY elements to create the look I wanted. With rich gold tones and juxtaposed against vibrant pops of red and lime green, this mantel display is as lively as it is luxe. I am so pleased with how it came together!
My first project for the display was to sew a set of classic cuffed stockings in a variety of modern prints from Premier Fabrics. (I also used their fabric for my son’s nursery, which I shared about at the beginning of this year.) Although I loved the whimsical stockings I sewed for last year’s mantel display, I wanted something a bit more traditional this time around, so I set to work designing stockings with a more classic silhouette.
Because each of these stockings comes together in well under a half hour from start to finish, I was able to whip up a stocking for each member of our family (including our beloved beagle, Maggie) in no time at all. Click here for the tutorial and free PDF pattern for these stockings.
For months now, I have found myself coveting the gorgeous sunburst mirrors I’ve noticed gracing the pages of my favorite shelter magazines and catalogs, but with Christmas shopping in full swing, I knew that spending $200 or more on a mirror to hang above the mantel was completely out of the question. Instead of shelling out a hefty sum for a ready-made mirror, I opted to create my own with an ornate ceiling pendant and (no kidding!) some foam core board for the sunburst “rays.”
Click here for the how-to for this sunburst mirror. You’ll never believe how easily this comes together!
A pair of perky poinsettias flanks the mirror and adds a pop of seasonal red color. To add a decorative touch to the metallic wrappers the plants came in, I tied a velvet ribbon around the base of each.
My gold topiary Christmas trees look right at home in the display. I still love the cascading tiers of fringe on the taller tree!
A collection of bottle brush trees in flocked white (from Jo-Ann) and glittery lime green (from Walmart) add dimension and texture to the display, while pretty gold ornaments displayed in the open and nestled under small glass cloches (from Hobby Lobby) impart an elegant, feminine sensibility.
A final look at the display…
Care to join me in front of the fire with a cup of coffee or hot cocoa?
Of course, since it’s almost 70 degrees here in Tennessee, we might have to settle for an iced version. 😉
Thanks so much for making PS a part of your day!
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Having grown up in a home brimming with sewing notions and paintbrushes, Amy has a deep love for all things creative. On any given day, you’ll find her knee-deep in her latest creative endeavor, with projects ranging from sewing and crafts to home decor and kid-friendly ideas. Amy believes that everyone, regardless of skill level or experience, possesses the ability to create something beautiful, and Positively Splendid was born of her passion for helping others harness their innate creative potential.
absolutely gorgeous!
Thanks so much, Eva!
Ohmygoodness this is by far the sweetest mantel ever. Seriously. Such bright colors, I am in love!
HUGE KUDOS for this piece of art <3
blessings,
niner
Thanks so much! 🙂
Wowza, Amy! That sunburst mirror is a serious statement piece. Its AMAZING!! I love your mantel display (as I always do). Fabulous color scheme!
Thank you, Michele!
Amy, your mantel is gorgeous but that’s no surprise everything you do is awesome! I also have to say I have been in awe of your photography lately! All of your photos are so light, bright and crisp. I need some tips from you! Lesley
Thanks so much, Lesley! I truly appreciate your kind words about my photos, too. My best advice is NOT to fear manual mode. It is amazing what a camera can do when you tinker with all of the settings!
That burst of lime really adds so much fun to your holiday decor!
Thanks so much, Doreen!
This is just SO lovely! I love the gold in there!
Thanks, McKenzie! I am really loving gold this year in all of my decor!
just gorgeous, amy!
Thanks so much, Kellie!
Love it.. especially the stockings!!
Thank you, Crystal! That tutorial is coming up later this week. 🙂
I am going to make those stockings! did you post the tutorial? Where can I find it?
Hi, Patty! Here is that link: http://www.positivelysplendid.com/2012/12/christmas-stocking-pattern.html
I loved your mantel last year, but I think I like this one even more! Simply gorgeous as always Amy!
Thank you, sweet Kara! 🙂
Lovely, Amy! I adore your color scheme. You always have the prettiest mantels!
My goodness…you have put together one AWESOME mantel…LOVE the stockings…such cute fabric.
Blessings,
Linda
Love that DIY starburst idea Amy!!! Pinned for sure!
these look amazing! I love how it all came together and I can’t wait to see the tutorials!!
I love the bright colors! Great job on your mantel!!
Oh…my…gosh. LOVE those stockings. Great job mixing up the patterns! Merry Christmas!
Thanks so much, Luisa!
This is so pretty Amy! I love how you put it all together. The colors are perfect and that mirror is just amazing!
It’s wonderful, Amy! You did such a great job with this mantel. And the sunburst mirror? I need to see that tutorial!
Somehow I never realized that you like in Tennessee. I’m a TN native. I was born in Memphis and reared in rural west Tennessee. Then Jack and I lived in Nashville when we were a young couple. Our oldest son was born there. We’ve lived a lot of places in our life, but Tennessee will always be home in many ways. 🙂
Where did you find your fabric?
Hi, Jennifer! The fabric is from a company called Premier Fabrics. You can find it on their website, and it is also available through Fabric.com.