Hi everyone! Where did the last two weeks go? It sounds like almost everyone in the country is enjoying beautiful spring weather right now. We have spent a good amount of time outside lately, except for a few days of storms. Everyone in Texas is celebrating the 4 and 5 inches of rain that we all received, that's for sure. It's a little mushy in our yard right now, but it's a small price to pay when so many are getting relief from the devastating drought we have been in.
So on to the Easter mantel! We're keeping it simple here this year, and I have also discovered that I don't really have all that many Easter decorations since we moved on the from the "little kid" holiday decor. Plus there's really no time for shopping right now, and after writing a couple of really big checks lately for college - gaaahhhhhh - it's a shop the house kind of Easter this year.
But really, what could ever be more perfect for Easter than the classic Bordallo cabbage plates? I never tire of these.
A couple of ceramic bunzers, Big Lots circa 2007 or so,
some wheat grass in tiny pots,
and some ribbon from my stash, mixed together for some pretty spring brightness. Thrifted too, I might add! A 50 yard spool of that pretty plaid for $2. Yes, the red candleholders are still red. I figured that it will be Christmas before we know it, so I'll put painting these on the to-do list for 2013 :) Fixing up that tattered mantel is, too.
And OK now, don't laugh. But we're already working on decorations for senior prom, and they're already taking over the house, so I'm using some of them in my spring decor.
The second I saw Debbie's painted tin cans, the "free decorations!" light bulb came on, and I pinned these as an idea for our table centerpieces. Add $3 worth of Dollar Tree florals and some branches from the back yard, and voila, decor!
I'm just hoping that we can consume enough cans of plum tomatoes between now and May 5th to decorate every table.
In the coming months, my appearance here on the blog may be a little scarce. We're coming up on the last two months of high school with our daughter, and I really want to devote every moment to fully enjoying her activities. I know that once it's over, it's really over, and then we will be enjoying life as empty nesters! We are so happy that Abby will be moving on to college life at the University of Texas, and glad that it's only 3-1/2 hours away. Maurie has clients in Austin that he needs to call on occasionally, so she may be seeing more of us than she really wants to :)
Although I plan on cutting back on blogging time, I do have a couple more Easter posts that I'm working on to share with you all before the holiday. I'm also working on writing Part Two of the Slipcover Tutorial, and hope to have that up for you all this week. I promise to still pop in on you all whenever possible, too!
Today I'm joining
Marty's Tabletop Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life
Linda's Nifty Thrifty Tuesday at Coastal Charm
Kim's Wow Us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style
Newbie Reunion Party at Debbiedoos
Enjoy the time with your daughter!
Katie
Posted by: Katie Mansfield | March 26, 2012 at 03:32 PM
You will enjoy your time with your daughter.
Your Easter mantel is beautiful!
Posted by: Pat@Back Porch Musings | March 26, 2012 at 04:03 PM
Your Easter mantel is just darling and I know you're going to have a wonderful time with your daughter.
Be a sweetie,
shelia ;)
Posted by: shelia | March 26, 2012 at 04:25 PM
Andrea, your Easter mantel is so pretty! I love the vibrant colors! Yes, we are grateful for those rains last week; and I have been out sprucing up the patio for the past few days. My
youngest is also graduating this year; and I have cut back on blogging, as well. I am enjoying these last few months with her. I will be doing some decorating for the cheer banquet; so, I understand where your are!!
Posted by: Shenita | March 26, 2012 at 04:52 PM
Oh so pretty. I love the colors of your ribbons, they are fabulous and the vignette is perfect. Enjoy your daughter. Thanks tons for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty
Posted by: Marty@A Stroll Thru Life | March 26, 2012 at 06:06 PM
What a pretty mantle! I love the little bunnies.
Posted by: Leslie Hayes | March 26, 2012 at 07:02 PM
A pretty mantle -- don't you just love bunnies!
Posted by: linderhof | March 26, 2012 at 08:02 PM
Wow, we are at the same stage. Son is finishing up his senior year and will be attending University of Texas as well!
Posted by: Cindi | March 26, 2012 at 09:45 PM
Enjoy your time with your daughter! And, be sure to share pics of the prom decor -- I'd love to see how it turns out!
Posted by: Kim @ vintagepretties | March 27, 2012 at 07:44 AM
LOVE your mantel! Love your cans too, LOL! FYI newbie party reunion this Thursday. I hope you can link up. It would not be the same without you:)
Posted by: debbie | March 27, 2012 at 08:42 PM
I'm a sucker for symmetry. I also really like the balance of color.
Sharon @ mrs. hines class
Posted by: Sharon | March 27, 2012 at 10:08 PM
This looks so lovely. I would love for you to drop by My Dream Canvas as well :-) I’m visiting from Wow Us Wednesdays. Really like your blog.
Posted by: Anu@MyDreamCanvas | March 28, 2012 at 10:34 PM
Again, you decorate so lovely. Very sweet vignette. YOur home is always beautiful, and I love how you decorate for the holidays.
Blessings,
Debbie
Posted by: Debbie | March 28, 2012 at 10:54 PM
I love the bunnies and your mirror. Adorable.
Simple living in a simple life is the best. So, keep simple and elegant.
Happy TTT & TS,
/CC
Posted by: Chie | March 29, 2012 at 07:18 AM
LOVE!~ Thanks again for joining in on the reunion.
Posted by: debbie | March 29, 2012 at 09:25 AM
This is a special time in your daughter's life, and I don't blame you for enjoying every minute of it. Your mantel looks fabulous and so do the prom decorations.
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