Holy camole! Where has the time gone!? I can’t believe it’s been SO long since I’ve posted. If anyone follows regularly, sorry, sorry. I blame life. Or the busyness of it at least. And I blame how much I miss blogging for the reason that I have returned.

And with my return, I bring my mantel. All decked out in Valentine’s goodness.

It’s pretty similar to what I did last year, but I liked the elements I had created and wanted to use them again.

Last year I shared with you how I created this ‘love’ art.

And this whimsical Valentine’s Day bunting.

Those were the two main elements on the mantel this year. I wanted to keep it clean and simple. To finish off the look I used two rock vases and a matching votive. Those say ‘love’ to me too as I actually go them on my honeymoon.

Ahhhh memories…

I placed a few flowers in the vases. I love orchids. They were actually in my wedding bouquet so there is another nod to love for ya.

In the small votive holder I placed a little flower tea light. I picked up a package of these on vacation last summer and think they are so cute!

I love the colour in this particular one. It matches the orchids, art and bunting perfectly.

So LOVEly 😉

And a parting orchid shot just for fun.

Have any of you decorated for Valentine’s Day? Any big plans or crafts in store? I have a fun one planned to do with Chace (my four-year-old) this weekend. I’ll share the deets when we are done!

As you may recall from my Valentine’s Day mantel, I made my own bunting (tutorial here) and “love” art. As promised, here is how I created the “love” art plaque!

I did it. It was inevitable. I jumped on the bunting-train. I tried to resist the cute and whimsical nature of it, but it was too powerful. Like a fluffy kitten that has imprinted on a mother deer. You win bunting, you win.

First off, sorry for the long hiatus. Without going into detail, I’ve had a tough few months. That being said, it’s time to get back to a somewhat ‘normal’ routine and in that routine I need to make time for things I love – this little blog, and all of you readers!

My goal is try and post two to three times a week. I know having a good blog is largely in part to regular posting (with awesome content of course) so that is what I’m hoping to do!

All we (all) need is Love. And our loved ones around us…

So, would you all please be my Valentines? I’ve decorated my mantel all pretty like for you…

Have you decorated your mantel for Valentine’s? If so, please share!

Back soon with the tutorials…

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Serenity Now
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The Shabby Nest
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