Client Work: Spring Mantle.

I was recently consulted for a spring mantle. 

I shared my visions of creams, cooper and springy greens and the homeowner was right on board! 

I was given free reign and here's my creation:

The mantle BEFORE:

The home. style. heart AFTER :

Sources:

Pierced lanterns from Target.

Ribbons, greens, "M" letter from Hobby Lobby.

Copper taper holders and cooper cups from owner's collection.

Spring Mantle.

Here's a peek of my weekend "mantle makeover": 

Swapped out the old mirror for a new one:

Added in some spring colors, outdoor elements, candle holders:

And a little touch of pom-poms :)

I'm really loving it! 

The new, bigger mirror opens up the room more.  

And decorating mantles is on my top 5 of "things I love to decorate."  If you have a mantle (or other home area) that needs a little spring makeover - I'd love to help!  If you're local to the Rochester area and would like a consult, please contact me at: homestyleheart@gmail.com

Happy Spring. Happy Blogging.

 Happy FIRST day of SPRING!

Happy FIRST home.style.heart BLOG POST!

Thanks for stopping by.

This may be a little bit of a slow start (see "about me" for other things that occupy my time) but, I'm glad you're reading along.  I hope for this space to encourage you with simple ways to make your house a home - a place where you can get ideas, inspiration, tips, etc...

I'm sure I'll have some growing pains along the way as blogging isn't necessarily my strength. But, I wanted a outlet for my creativity and I have a little dream of starting a side business of design and decor.  Even if this dream lives through blogging and instagram it feels good to do this!

Photo above: our dining room farmhouse table w/ an $8 runner from Marshalls and a floral hostess gift given to me from hosting a brunch last week.

Marshalls, TJ Maxx & Home Goods are great "go tos" for table runners.  You can often find them for under $10.  Another simple runner idea that is easy peasy and VERY affordable is a roll of cute wrapping paper (think $1 section of Target) unrolled on table.  Going to the fabric store and buying burlap is also a fun and versatile runner.  In my opinion, a runner adds a lot to a room is a great foundation for a fabulous table setting.