Velvet Pumpkins and Milk Glass Autumn Mantel

Happy Monday, Friends! When do you decorate for fall? It's been a long, hot summer in Texas. Today I'm sharing my first autumnal accents with a seasonal mantel featuring handmade velvet pumpkins and vintage milk glass...

fall mantel featuring velvet pumpkins

Since I spent more time indoors than usual due to the extreme heat this summer, I got a jump start on crafting more velvet pumpkins for my collection. I decided to highlight my handmade creations and challenged myself not to buy anything new, shopping my home instead. 

fall mantel featuring milk glass

Y'all know I love vintage linens so I used a basket to layer a lace runner and a pretty round placemat I scored from Target's dollar spot several years ago. I love the cozy backdrop it sets for the mantel! 

fall mantel featuring velvet pumpkins

I dressed up my velvet pumpkins with twiggy stems and faux flowers. 

velvet pumpkins autumn mantel

I arranged them on a vintage milk glass cake stand and candle sticks and added fresh lamb's ear from my garden. 

fall mantel featuring vintage milk glass

I'm partial to nontraditional fall decor preferring softer hues.

fall mantel featuring velvet pumpkins

Here's a closer peek at my lacy repurposed basket sign...

velvet pumpkins fall mantel

...adorned with fresh lamb's ear. 

velvet pumpkins fall mantel

Here, you can see a view from the dining room chandy! 

velvet pumpkins fall mantel

vintage milk glass autumn mantel

A handmade scented candle adds warm autumn vibes. 

velvet pumpkins fall mantel

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  1. Beautiful pumpkins, Cecilia. I love the pretty floral embellishment!

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  2. Lovely. The flowing runner made me think of an overflowing cornucopia.Although I like typical fall colors, I have always enjoyed the softer pastel colors in your living/dining rooms. I think I just need several more houses! I have never used my MG with my pumpkins before. Wish I had a space for a wide mantel in my living room! What a great focal point! Top of the entertainment center is just not the same!

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  3. Such a pretty, romantic look! xo Kathleen

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  4. This Fall vignette came out so darling. I love the vintage lace with the velvet pumpkins. They really compliment each other very well.

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  5. The velvet pumpkins are gorgeous and the photography is stunning!

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  6. Beautiful vignette! I love your upcycled basket too. Everything looks so great together. I hope you'll come share with us on Crafty Creators (Thurs-Mon)!

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