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    Spring Mantel 2014

    By: Jane · Updated: 12 Oct, '21 · This post may contain affiliate links · 24 Comments

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    Spring mantel | cottage at the crossroads

    It's the season for bunnies here at the Crossroads and they are multiplying rapidly! I've been a little slow about getting our mantel decorated, mainly because it's been so darn cold here in South Carolina. But it's finished now, and it's all about the bunnies!

    Spring mantel | cottage at the crossroads

    I'm featuring this pencil drawing created by my art instructor, Danny Stegall. My sister-in-law and I have been taking drawing lessons since January, and we take turns selecting what we'd like to draw each week. Danny draws along with us and then gives one of us his original drawings at the end of the class. I got the bunny! Isn't he just beautiful? I have so much to learn about shading and he is a master at it, as you can see.

    Spring mantel | cottage at the crossroads

    Now most people would frame this, and I eventually will. But since it's bunny time, I matted it and put it on this grapevine wreath that I had previously spray painted white.

    Spring mantel | cottage at the crossroads

    I decided to use a green and brown theme for the mantel since those are some of the colors in our living area, and I found the ribbon at Hobby Lobby. I tucked some green eggs down into the egg cups and covered the top of the mantel with some green Spanish moss. It does a really good job at camouflaging some speakers that sit on the mantel.

    Spring mantel | cottage at the crossroads

    My White Burlap Bunnies that I made a few weeks ago are hopping along the mantel.

    Spring mantel | cottage at the crossroads

    The spring arrangement on the left was made with faux spring flowers with a little green spray painted curly willow.

    Spring mantel | cottage at the crossroads

    A green moss bunny is peeking out behind the dogwood blossoms. We have several dogwood trees in the yard, but they aren't blooming yet.

    Spring mantel | cottage at the crossroads

    On the right side is another moss bunny, but this guy is a large one.  He looks like he's watching all the other frolicking bunnies, doesn't he?

    Spring  mantel | cottage at the crossroads

    I added a few more nests and eggs to the mantel because, after all, you cannot have a spring mantel without nests, can you?

    Spring mantel | cottage at the crossroads

    It was so much fun decorating the mantel around Danny's awesome drawing! Here's wishing you warm weather, bright sunshine, and a happy spring!

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    1. Kathleen

      February 26, 2016 at 8:48 am

      What a beautiful Spring Mantel you have created! I really enjoyed your creation. Looks like you are becoming a wonderful artist too!

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    2. Grandmom

      February 24, 2015 at 11:37 am

      What a treasured keepsake; lucky you receiving the original bunny sketch!

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    3. debbiedoos

      April 03, 2014 at 9:13 am

      So cute Jane! I love all the moss and the bunny too!

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    4. Kathy

      April 01, 2014 at 10:07 pm

      I love your mantel! The bunny drawing is wonderful! Lucky you taking lessons!!

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    5. SheilaG @ Plum Doodles

      April 01, 2014 at 9:54 pm

      I love your spring mantel! Your bunnies look adorable frolicking across there. 🙂

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    6. Cynthia

      April 01, 2014 at 4:38 pm

      Jane this is so GORGEOUS I don't even nowhere to begin. I truly love every thing!!! PINNING!!!

      Cynthia

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    7. Jean Windham

      April 01, 2014 at 4:24 pm

      Love the "Spring Mantel" but my favorite are the bunnies. They are so cute and just show up so well on the mantel. Great job and I am impressed with your drawing. Jean

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    8. michelle

      April 01, 2014 at 1:12 pm

      I am not a bunny person, But I have to say that your mantel is beautiful.

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    9. lonnie

      April 01, 2014 at 12:56 pm

      Adorable. Love the drawing. You are so talented.

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    10. Diana from SC

      April 01, 2014 at 12:33 pm

      So beautiful and spring like.

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    11. woody windham

      April 01, 2014 at 6:44 am

      I love the pencil drawing. I wish I were taking lessons, too. I can't wait to see some Jane Windham Originals.

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    12. Candy S

      April 01, 2014 at 6:12 am

      Your mantle looks lovely with the fresh greens and whites. The green vase adds perfect balance to the moss bunny. Your design looks so well balanced. I love symmetry when decorating a mantle. I am working on my mantle. It's a slow go. I have a very homely fireplace so it is hard to get inspired.

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    13. Vanessa

      March 31, 2014 at 11:28 pm

      Your Spring mantel is just so pretty Jane and that drawing is so amazing!

      Reply
    14. Cindy

      March 31, 2014 at 10:31 pm

      Beautifully decorated mantle! I love the drawing, and so glad to hear that you are taking lessons! We should all do something 'fun' every now and again!! Blessings, Cindy

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    15. Gina

      March 31, 2014 at 7:32 pm

      It's beautiful, Jane! It screams Spring & I think we can all use a little of that right now. I think you showcased that amazing drawing perfectly!

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    16. Shannon @ Fox Hollow Cottage

      March 31, 2014 at 1:15 pm

      Completely sweet. This bunny lover adores it!!

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    17. Dawn

      March 31, 2014 at 11:43 am

      Jane, how beautiful I had no idea you were taking drawing lessons. You go girl. Your mantel is stunning and I love the shade of green you are using.

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    18. lynn cockrell

      March 31, 2014 at 11:09 am

      I have had the same problem with getting started, Jane. My decorations are about 1/3 there. Your mantel is very whimsical and pretty!

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    19. Shelia

      March 31, 2014 at 10:01 am

      Hi Jane! Your mantel is just darling! So many little cuties.
      Be a sweetie,
      Shelia 🙂

      Reply
    20. Dolly Sarrio

      March 31, 2014 at 9:40 am

      Beautiful!

      Reply

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