How to Decorate Your Mantel for Spring

With warmer days on the horizon, it's time to talk all things spring decor! And decorating your mantel for spring is at the top of the list! Whether you have a big budget or a small one, I'm going to share my favorite ways to decorate your home for spring!

The weather has definitely turned warm here in the South. It's actually quite early, but I'm not complaining. We've had 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 off to see all of their goodness, let's talk about some ideas for decorating YOUR spring mantel this month!

How to Decorate Your Mantel for Spring

1. Florals. Duh. Obviously florals. I break out all the pink foliage when the calendar says February, because they're my fave! They're almost always faux, unless Coach brings home a bouquet of real flowers, which he does on occasion. I find most of my favorite faux florals at Hobby Lobby and Michael's.

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 color with gentle pastels. {Blush is everywhere and is 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 so much love for those who do! I think it's fun to work in some gardening details for spring. Just simple, pretty gardening gloves or a watering can. I saw the cutest gardening gloves in the Dollar Spot section at Target a few weeks ago and thought they'd be so cute in some spring decor. I've also seen an adorable wreath made from a garden hose. Just think outside the box. (Get it? Outside? The {raised garden} 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. 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 bought in raw wood. 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, add interest to a display or vignette by bringing in some texture. Add some chippy corbel bookends 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!!

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