Simple Coastal Mantel

We live a hop, skip and a jump to the beach. I enjoy bringing coastal elements into our home in every season but even more so in summer. Today I’m sharing my simple coastal mantel.

I know what you’re thinking…

It’s summer and she has the fireplace going, but what you may not realize is I’m ALWAYS cold. Ha! Ha! The fireplace is switched on with my morning cup of coffee.

I’m excited to share our simple coastal mantel as part of my good friend Krista’s mantel tour today.

I had originally planned on using beautiful peonies on my mantel. I always find their fragrance heavenly. Unfortunately, Trader Joe’s didn’t have them in and the peonies in our yard are still tightly shut. So, I did try this look with some flowers and leaves my mom sent me for my birthday:

BUT

It just felt like too much. I wanted to keep it super simple.

The flowers and bottles were moved to our built in book case. I used a beautiful driftwood garland on the center of the mantel.

I scattered some of my favorite shells. Some we found on the beach and some I’ve collected from thrift stores. I really have a shell problem. I have soooooo many shells. 😉

I added height on the right side of the mantel with a pretty blue and white vase and some Monstera leaves.

Can you believe these leaves are faux? They’re from Ikea.

 

There’s just something about blue and white together. Classic, coastal and clean. I shared my favorite blue and white decorating ideas for summer yesterday if you want some more ideas.

I love how simple the shells and leaves look on our mantel. We redid our fireplace in the winter. The stone is called Heartland Stone and is actually fossilized ocean floor.

Those ripples are actually the lapping waves. Have you ever seen the sand at low tide? I love that our mantel and fireplace has treasures from the sea.

The white chairs are usually by the windows but I dragged them over to the fireplace to give you guys a better idea of the room.

Of course, my little Conor, decided to sit right down and enjoy the fireplace 😉

He’s such a ham!

I must admit, I can’t wait for more lazy days like this. That’s my favorite thing about summer. Sleeping in, going to the beach and spending time with my boys and dogs.

I hope this post gave you some simple coastal ideas for decorating your mantel. I’ll include a full source list in case you want to recreate this look below.

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Source List

• Wall Color – Mascarpone, Benjamin Moore
• Fireplace Makeover – See post here
• Driftwood Garland – Wayfair
• Assorted Shells – Beach / Thrifstores
• Blue and White Vase – Home Depot
• Mirror – Home Depot
• Fireplace Screen – Antique
• White Chair – Ikea
• Cashmere Blanket – HomeGoods
• Lighthouse Pillow – Society6
• Throw Pillow – Minted
• Tulips – Balsam Hill
• Monstera Leaves – Ikea, similar here
• Faux Plant – Ikea
• Fish Float – Wisteria
• Garden Stool – Safavieh
• Oriental Rug – Antique
• Teal Books – Antique
• Galvanized Table – DIY here
• Bowl – Target
• Airplants – Target
• Cabinet – Antique
• Blue Lamp – HomeGoods
• Ship Photograph – Crate & Barrel

VISIT ALL MY FRIENDS TO SEE MORE SIMPLY SUMMER Mantels

I’m so excited that the Seasonal Simplicity series is back again; and this time it’s to celebrate Summer! Today I’ve joined up with a talented group of bloggers to share our simple and beautiful summer mantel {or summer vignette} ideas with you! Enjoy the inspiration…

The Happy Housie // Home Made Lovely // House by Hoff // The DIY Mommy

Zevy Joy // Town and Country Living // A Pretty Life // Rooms for Rent // So Much Better With Age

Finding Silver Pennies // Vinyet Etc. // This is Our Bliss // Rambling Renovators

Paint Me Pink // Just a Girl and Her Blog // Jamie Costiglio // Newly Woodwards