How to Decorate Your Mantel for Spring
With warmed days on the horizon, it’s time to chat all things spring decor! And how to decorate your mantel for spring is at the top of the list! Whether you have a large budget, or small, I’m going to share my top favorite ways to decorate your home for spring!
The weather has definitely turned toward the warmer side here in the South, it’s actually quite early, but I’m not complaining. We have a few days here and there with lower temps, but my girls played outside in the sunshine all weekend, which makes me a happy mama!
Aren’t they just gorgeous?!?
But before you go traipsing off to see all of their goodness, let’s talk about some ideas for decorating YOUR spring mantel this month!
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How to Decorate Your Mantel for Spring
1. Florals. Duh. Obviously florals. I break out all things pink foliage when the calendar says February, because they are my fave! It’s almost always faux, unless Coach brings home a bouquet of flowers, which he does on occasion. I find my favorite faux florals at Hobby Lobby and Michael’s, most of the time.
VIDEO TUTORIAL: How to Make a Floral Spring Wreath with Lamb’s Ear and Peonies!
My new rug!! More to come. 😉
2. Pastels – Bring in pops of colors with gentle pastels. {Blush is everywhere and the IT color, so this one is not hard!} I like to bring in my signature turquoise with some vintage mason jars. The candles in the antique mason jars are from Antique Candle Co. I love them and I shared more about them in my last Five Friday Faves. And obviously pink & greens are guaranteed at my house. But you could also add in some yellow, baby blue and lavender.
3. Gardening – I have never gardened in my whole life, but I sure do love a pretty flower, so I have much love for those who do! And I think it’s fun to incorporate some gardening details for spring. Just some simple, pretty gloves or a watering can. I saw the cutest gardening gloves in the Dollar Spot section of Target a few weeks ago and thought they would be so cute in some spring decor. I’ve also seen an adorable wreath made out of a water hose before. Just think outside of the box. (Get it? Outside? The {raised gardening} box? 😉)
Carved Waves Photo Frame (Similar) // Blue, White & Wood Serving Bowl
4. A Bold Statement – I love having one main piece that anchors the mantel space. The perfect piece for spring is any type of window. Doesn’t an “open” window just scream spring? I’ve used my antique window before (see this old spring mantel) and this cathedral window in this year’s mantel was purchased in raw wood. And then I finished it with some stain and “distressed” white paint. It was the perfect addition this year. {Window distressing tutorial here!}
Chippy White Corbels // Wooden Houses (Similar) // Cathedral Window Frame {tutorial to finish it}
5. Fun Texture – As always, you’ll want to add interest to a display or vignette by bringing in some texture. Add some chippy corbel book ends or a tobacco basket. Any type of basket adds lots of cool texture and greenery is a perfect texture for spring as well!
I hope those tips were helpful for you today! Have fun decorating!!
Here’s a list of all the sources in case you missed them in the post:
- Lamb’s ear & Peony Wreath {Video Tutorial}
- Galvanized Buckets (Similar)
- Lamb’s Ear Stems
- Lavender Stems
- Cathedral Window (tutorial on how to finish it like mine)
- Carved Waves Frame (Similar)
- Wicker Chair
- Candle Holder
- Wooden Houses
- Chippy White Corbel Book Ends
- Striped Throw Blanket (Similar)
- Turquoise & Gray Floral Pillow
- Blush & Turquoise Floral Pillow (Similar)
- Tobacco Basket (Similar)
- Antique Blue Mason Jar Candles
- Blue, White & Wood Bowl
- Wooden Bead Garland
- Vintage Distressed Blue Area Rug
- Faux Fern
- Natural Woven Plant Pot
If I missed anything, leave a comment and I’ll come back and add it here!
I love the color of your walls! Would you mind sharing the color? Thank you 🙂
Hi Ashley, the walls are Revere Pewter! 🙂
I love your house and your spring mantle is beautiful. Could you please give the source for that amazing side table next to the wicker chair? Thanks.
I love your spring mantel, Laura! The mix of textures and pops of soft, springy colour are perfect! The corbels as book ends… I have to try that! Beautiful job, friend. Thanks for being on this hop!
Thanks, friend! I bought those corbels and had no idea where I was going to put them. I just set them down there one day and I loved it! Thank you for hosting the hop! You do a great job, as always!! xo, Laura
This is so pretty, Laura! You already know how much I love your wreath, and I’m so glad that you decided to keep it on your mantel! Gorgeous inspiration and great tips!