While working on new decorating ideas for the living room, I’ve been playing with creative ways to decorate the mantel. I’ve found great inspiration on Flickr and the like – but keep coming back to two different options. I’d love to hear your thoughts…
A central mirror (this West Elm circular mirror brings in a bit of modern design to an older Spanish home like mine):
Or a cluster of photos in similar frames (I love these black and white shots from our wedding… maybe the mirror is too modern?):
So I’m curious to know, which do you like best?
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Side note: Poll was disabled earlier… but it’s working now! Woo hoo!
I like more the first option, I think is more equilibrado* (*not sure how to spell it in english). There’s a composition beacause you are playing with diferents shapes and materials.
Love your blog Morgan!
Saludos!
Hi Kasey,
A bit more color is a great idea, I like the idea of adding a vase or flowers. Thanks for your suggestion.
We also had wood paneled walls in our den and I discovered a bright coat of white paint made all the difference! I love my walls now. Best of luck with decorating :).
~Morgan
I love the mantel with the wedding pictures. I’m having the same problem with my mantel. I have a country home so my walls are wood. So i’m having a hard time trying to figure out how to decorate it with brown, wooden walls. The only thing I think you should do, is give your mantel a little color. Maybe some flowers? or a vase? Can’t wait to see it!
P.S. This is my favorite blog, i love how you have so many DIY’s!!