Full Bloom Cottage: A Very Merry Mantle....

Friday, December 3, 2010

A Very Merry Mantle....

Well I actually accomplished something today...

My goal was to find the rest of decorations in the attic

but, that didn't happen...

So I thew on some fresh garland...

Hung the stockings...

Found some really cool vintage snowflake garland at

Country Roads today...

And Tah Dah...

Since some of my Xmas decor is MIA,

I bought these white doves,

and my son made some snowflakes we framed.

I have to say these have been my favorite thing

I made my boys grainsack stockings about 4 years ago

and embroidered their names on them.

I lined them with blue ticking,

and some have jute trim, while this one has vintage crochet..

Have a very Merry Holiday...

We are 22 days away and counting..
Check out some more Holiday Decor ideas
at Romantic Home Show & Tell

9 comments:

Anonymous said...: Your mantle is simply stunning....

Take care,
Lisa; December 3, 2010 at 5:11 PM
NanaDiana said...: Well, for having stuff MIA-I'd say you did an admirable job of "making do"!!! LOL- It looks absolutely wonderful..and I love those stockings you made. Hugs-Diana; December 3, 2010 at 5:15 PM
Jena Williams, Not So Shabby Interiors said...: Love your mantle, beautiful!!; December 3, 2010 at 5:38 PM
Sue said...: Its fun for me to see what you bought at "the store" today that I wrapped up for you. Then, I come home and get to see what you did with everything. Looks great! I've done nothing yet, need to get on it.

Take care, Sue; December 3, 2010 at 6:30 PM
Cindy said...: as always, everything you touch is made beautiful...; December 3, 2010 at 10:23 PM
Anonymous said...: HI Loretta,
I absolutely love your mantle, it's just beautiful!
The stockings you made are great!! I've been looking for some this year and haven't been able to find them. This is one of those times I wish my sewing machine wasn't broken!
Thanks so much for yesterday,it was such a pleasure to meet you!
Have a great weekend.
Sincerely,
Melinda; December 4, 2010 at 8:19 AM
Anonymous said...: Your mantle is absolutely gorgeous, Loretta! I love the vintage grain sack stockings, and what a great idea to frame your son's homemade snowflakes... love it!
Have a great day!
~ Jo :); December 6, 2010 at 6:55 AM
Chrissy...The Apothecary Shop said...: Very pretty...love every little detail!! All the best,Chrissy; December 7, 2010 at 10:51 AM
MountainBlessings said...: I love, love, love the mantle! I have wanted to go white with my home, but I just don't have the confidence to do it. I love all your things, so chick and elegant. Thanks for sharing, perhaps I can get my nerve up to try a few things. I will check back often, blessings....Marla; December 24, 2010 at 8:01 PM

Alabaster Rose

"I found the fabulous Full Bloom Cottage a few months back and fell completely in love with Loretta's beautiful furnishings and sumptuous linens. Her vintage European grain sack bolsters are by far a favorite of mine. Full Bloom Cottage's products are of the highest quality and will never disappoint. Loretta's use of vintage linens, chandeliers and exquisite vintage furnishings and accessories blend together to create a warm and relaxing home full of definite beauty. I am extremely blessed to have some of her lovely pieces in my own home." -Melinda Barrowcliff-Reyes of Alabaster Rose Designs

A French Home in NY

" I have bought several gorgeous pieces of furniture from Loretta, I would have to say she has helped furnish three quarters of my home! If I'm asked what would be my favorite piece I wouldn't be able to choose. The armoire is just incredible, the detailing on it is so unique, the chandelier in my dining room is to die for! My armiore in my bedroom is just perfect, I love waking to it every morning. Not to mention all the other pieces! I'm always anticipating what she's going to have next, and what new piece of furniture that I will be adding to my home!" Rebecca -A French Home in NY