Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Ah the Christmas Mantel for 2012

Hello World!  How art thou?  We are busy getting ready for dance class demonstrations, school concerts, and class parties.  Such a busy time.  And, I haven't finished my shopping.  I really wanted to be done by this time of the month.  Off to shopping I go today.  Anyhoo, want to see our mantel?  Hope you finger doesn't cramp up from scrolling through so many pictures. 

The big 'ole fat stockings were made by Betty Lou aka Mom.  

The Nutcracker I've had for years as well as the little green trees.  

All the greenery, bead bits and pretties were purchased last year at Hobby Lobby. 





All ornaments are plastic.  I took the tops off and shoved them on little bits of greenery to hold their placement. 






Jim Shore Santa stands watch. 


Hope you've enjoyed my Christmas Mantel.  Off to shopping. 

Make it Pretty Monday is still live.  Click here to go straight to the party.  There are some really great Christmas Decor ideas already linked up. 
Also, the Family Rules Sign giveaway is still open.  Click here to go to the giveaway.  There are multiple opportunities to win this great giveaway.  My sign came in yesterday.  I'll try to take a picture of it and show it to you tomorrow.  

Wishing all a pretty day and remember to be kind to one another. 


Toodles, 
Kathryn
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23 comments:

  1. MONSIEUR LE CHAT ET MOIDecember 11, 2012 at 9:09 AM

    So sweet mantel with CHRISTMAS spirit ! Lov it
    xoxo from PARIS
    Joëlle

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    1. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinDecember 14, 2012 at 9:31 AM

      Thank you Joelle! Would love to spend a Christmas in Paris. I bet it's beautiful. Thank you for popping in for a visit. Toodles, Kathryn

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  2. ArchanaDecember 11, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    Great looking mantel. Merry Christmas and happy shopping.

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    1. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinDecember 14, 2012 at 9:29 AM

      Thanks! Need all the help I can get with the shopping...almost done though. Hope your day is pretty! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  3. Maria ElenaDecember 11, 2012 at 10:08 AM

    Your mantle is gorgeous! Love, love the colors. Very pretty!

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  4. PattyDecember 11, 2012 at 11:05 AM

    Love the jewel tones. Mantel is gorgeous like everything you do! Love Patty

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    1. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinDecember 14, 2012 at 9:28 AM

      Patty, you are too sweet~ Hope you're having a great day. Toodles, Kathryn

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  5. UnknownDecember 11, 2012 at 1:16 PM

    It's lovely. I really enjoy how you incorporated so much color! Very inspiring! I've been bringing in pinks to our table and home this year.

    Jessica @ A Humble Creation

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  6. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow December 11, 2012 at 2:26 PM

    I love it!

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  7. NanaDianaDecember 11, 2012 at 3:06 PM

    Kathryn, I absolutely LOVE your mantle. It just makes me smile-it is darling- xo Diana

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  8. SandyDecember 11, 2012 at 3:36 PM

    Your mantel is so festive and beautiful
    and don't worry about so many photos..
    I loved each one..
    Happy Holidays
    Sandy

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  9. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsDecember 11, 2012 at 4:31 PM

    Your mantel looks gorgeous, Kathryn! I love your garland and all the ornaments tucked in!

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  10. Dixie n DottieDecember 11, 2012 at 6:12 PM

    This is so lovely! Would love if you'd join our Countdown to Christmas link party! Hope to see you there! Have a great week! :)
    http://dixie-n-dottie.blogspot.com/2012_12_11_archive.html

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  11. Meredith @ The Laundry Can WaitDecember 11, 2012 at 10:25 PM

    What adorable stockings! Your mantel looks wonderful, too.

    Hugs,
    Meredith

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  12. DarleneDecember 12, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    Love your mantel! The painting, and everything including the nutcracker is like being in Sugarplum land. take care, Darlene

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  13. Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of SuburbiaDecember 12, 2012 at 1:23 PM

    Love your mantel, so gorgeous!!
    XO
    Kristin

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  14. AnonymousDecember 13, 2012 at 7:45 AM

    It looks so pretty, I love the eclectic mix of things and the pops of turquoise and purple, and your stockings are adorable!
    Jenna

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  15. BethDecember 13, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    Your mantel is beautiful! Love the painting above as well. Good luck with your cooking, baking, and shopping.
    Christmas blessings, Beth

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  16. Shannon BarefootDecember 13, 2012 at 9:15 PM

    Love your mantel - so festive and colorful!

    Thanks for linking up to the weekly creative :)
    Shannon @ Sewing Barefoot

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  17. JennDecember 14, 2012 at 5:23 PM

    I love those ornaments!

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  18. Adorned From AboveDecember 18, 2012 at 10:58 PM

    Hi Kathryn,
    I love your mantel. It's beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing at Wednesday's Adorned From Above Blog Hop. This weeks party will be live at midnight. I hope to see you there.
    http://www.adornedfromabove.com
    Debi @ Adorned From Above
    Joye and Myrna @ The Busy Bee's
    Linda @ With A Blast

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  19. Peggy~PJH DesignsJanuary 1, 2013 at 5:20 PM

    Hello Kathryn, thanks so much for linking up at Transformed Tuesday! I love your mantel. I love all the rich colors and Santa and the Nutcracker. Hope your Holiday's were joyful and not to stressful. Hugs, Peggy

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