Winter Mantel

This is the mantel that I used for Christmas, but since it didn't have any red in it, I decided to keep it for the duration of winter.  

  It is full of woodsy, earthy colors that go perfectly with my sofa and the rest of the room.  

  I know some people miss the bright Christmas colors, but I felt like my rooms were more calming when I put all the red Christmas decor away for another year.  I like the calming effect of winter whites, winter greens and the rusty shades of brown.  

  All I need to do is replace the evergreens every once in awhile with clippings from the pine trees outside to keep it looking fresh.  

  Wooden sleds, ice skates and rusty snowflakes carry on the winter theme.  

  

  I love to change my pillow covers and look for any excuse to do so.  New winter covers complete the winter white/woodsy effect.   

  A few lit candles, a comfy knit throw, a mug of hot chocolate, and a good book make  the winter nights go quickly and quietly.  

  ~ Linking with ~ The Shabby Nest for Frugal Friday ~ My Romantic Home for Show and Tell