Summer Mantle Display

Now that Gwenna's birthday is over I have been re-doing my displays and accents around the house to reflect summer.  I decided I needed a little inspiration for my mantle.  How about you?


Colored glass: via free people

How about a model sail boat? via country living

How about a large wooden crest like Sarah Richardson found for her farmhouse mantle? via heel foot in the door

I am loving these simple galvanized vases with greenery. via cote de texas

How about some large, green glass vases and a round mirror...via house beautiful

eclectic and collected via apartment therapy

Gorgeous mirror, white vases and purple flowers: simply lovely. via free people

 Dark wood candle holders against the white mantle are classic. via nell hills

 

I like the apothecary bottles:  via the paris apartment

 

Like everything, I believe simplicity reigns.  Your mantle should welcome the seasons as well as your family and friends.  I hope you found some of these images inspiring!  Bring on Summer...

My Own Summer Mantle:

 Two of my favorite things together--milk glass and lavender roses.  My mom got most of these pieces for me.  Thanks Mom!

The effect of white on white never gets old.  Add a pop of color, any color, and there you have it!