Virtual Christmas Decorating {Before & After}
A couple of weeks ago when I shared my Christmas mantel decor, my sweet friend Shannon bemoaned her…and I quote, “sad” Christmas mantel. {giggle} I told her that if she sent me a picture then I could give her some suggestions. How much fun it would be!
The Before
Shannon’s garland does look a tad lonely, doesn’t it?
I used my handy editing program and added garland, two more stockings, ribbon, bows, candlesticks, candles and ornaments. Then I sent the next photo full of suggestions to Shannon.
The Suggestion
Shannon’s response was : “Wowsers”
Ha!
I coached and encouraged her over the next couple days as she found the different items that she wanted to use. My goal was for her to use what she had and to find items that she liked. That is my goal when I work for all my clients. They live in their houses…not me. So I want them to love, love, love what they have to look at 24/7.
Shannon did a great job, even though she had to leave off the bows because the ribbon attacked her. So funny! Check out her post to see that picture. She’s so cute!
{drumroll please}
The After
Another After…
Beautiful, isn’t it? I love how the blue on the mantel brightens the blue ornaments on the tree.
Shannon already had several items on hand, so for this “upgrade” she only paid $32! Woot! I love making things pretty without spending an arm and a leg. I like keeping my arms and legs attached. #thankyouverymuch
Ribbon and star decorations…pretty!
Gorgeous mercury glass candlesticks that I’m totally coveting! LOVE them!
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There you have it – a virtual Christmas mantel makeover.
Do you have a mantel to decorate for Christmas? What colors did you use this year?
Well, that’s just cute and clever. She did a great job matching it!
Thank you so much Myra… Loving my mantel and loving that I kept my arm and legs.. almost got decapitated by ribbon, but that is another story.
@Shannon, LOL! It does look pretty =)
Yea for both of you!! I LOVE it. Shannon…we all knew you had it in you. 🙂
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He he Jen, Myra just made it super easy! She is good that way 🙂
What a fabulous job!! I am moving and will have a NEW mantel next year… I may need your help – LOL! Looks great!
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Wow—-looks fantastic! I’m sitting here looking at my sad mantel. May have to do my own makeover now that I’m inspired!
You two were quite the team! Nice job girls!
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It’s so amazing what a few bucks can do for a mantel, it’s just beautiful.
I’m grateful for friends in my life who have that decorating eye and can bring something fresh into my home.
Great job!
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That looks soooo good!! I think I’ll add some ribbon to my greenery.
Thanks for stopping by and linking up to my linky party. Merry Christmas!!
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Looks awesome! I should have asked you to do mine too!! 🙂
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Kelly,
I think you should get Myra to do a makeover for you!
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VERY CUTE!
It looks gorgeous!
You, my dear, have a gift~ 🙂