After sharing a quick video on social media of my Lush and Rust Christmas Mantel so many of you asked to see more. To be honest, I thought about not sharing it. Because once you see 1 picture of a mantel, you’ve seen it all, right?
Surprisingly, so many of you were asking for sources. So I thought I’d put them all in one place. First, let me be honest. This was my second attempt at our mantel this year. I had the first one up, and I did not like it at all. Sometimes things happen like that. It got on my nerves, because I just wanted to be done. Obviously, I started questioning my entire set of decorating skills during this point. Because why not make your mood even worse, and be dramatic about it? LOL
Finally, I started over once I had my house to myself, and I am beyond pleased with how it all turned out. All of that to say, is if you are struggling decorating as well just know that everyone goes through it. Sometimes your plans do not work out, and you just have to start over. Starting back is not ideal when it comes to time management, but in most cases it will pay off.
So knowing all the back story, and realizing we all struggle with decision making. I hope you enjoy seeing in full detail my Lush and Rust Christmas Mantel.
Here’s a list of most of the sources I’ve been able to find from my Lush and Rust Christmas Mantel.
Some are still available, and some are even on sale! Most if not all of these links are affiliate links.
- Dried Orange Garland – on sale. You could not make it for this price, IMO.
- Lush Green Garland – my garland is from a few years ago, but this is similar. I use 3 strands on my mantel.
- Battery Operated Wire Lights – similar
- Flameless Taper Candles – I absolutely love these. Remote control and looks so real.
- Set of 3 Brass Candle Sticks – so timeless and classic!
- Mirror – it is decades old! Ha. Purchased it at the now closed Bombay Co.
- Bottle Brush Trees – a collection through the years. But I did purchase the rust and gray sisal color this year in store. LOVE the 2 new colors.
- Velvet Ribbons – I used a deep khaki color and a cream color. You can also find in the Hobby Lobby sewing & ribbon section.
- Wood Beaded Garland with Tassels – This pieces is hanging down the side of the mantel. You could also use bells or several ornaments.
Just remember that command strips and floral wire are your BFF when working with a mantel. I have both readily available when I’m decorating my mantel.
- Command Hooks for my garland. These will hold a lot of weight. So I always use these with floral wire to hang my 3 garland strands.
- Command Hooks for the orange garland, ornaments and stockings. These work well when hanging lighter weight objects.
The idea and hope of this post is to offer inspiration. You may have a collection of candle sticks that could flank both sides of a mirror, nutcrackers, or a collection of Santa statues. Whatever you may have, you do you! It’s always fun to display your Christmas treasures while decorating. I love to do them in clusters throughout the house. As far as the dried orange garland, I know many people have made their own, which is fantastic! I love crafting! But I thought the price for buying this one while it’s on a door buster vs. making one was totally worth it.
I have plans for another craft that will actually go inside my fireplace since at this moment it is a non-working fireplace. If I can do it, I’ll be sure to share it soon.
One step at a time, friends! That’s all we can do.