July 24, 2011

Decorating with Antlers

Home Interior

I’ve had these for a while now (Thanks Chad~Deer Hunter Insurance Man). I did a lot of google searching, trying to decide how to mount them and I found this on Amazon.com: Authentic 8 Point Deer Antlers on European Mount Wall Panel

I know some people don’t like to decorate with them, but I kinda like them in a “natural nature” kinda way. I did actually kill an 8 point once. It just happened to destroy the front run in to my RX 300 early one morning, I was on my way to TN for the birth of my second grandson. Needless to say, I arrived a little late and a lot shaken! It was a long time before I drove in wee hours of the morning again. I still find myself thinking about deer e.v.e.r.y! time I get behind the wheel of a car.

Look away now, if you don’t like antlers. Come back soon when I just paint or sew something.

I decided to mount them just like they were. I mean if the European version sells for $249, then this mount is good enough for me!

I painted my $2.99 - piece of wood, Old White. And because I can. I stenciled with a pretty green:

I sanded it and waxed it, mounted a picture hanger on the back. Attached the antlers:

I took it outside to get some photos in a natural setting, before it hangs on the wall in the green room.

Here’s a few of famous people that decorate with antlers: Miss Mustard Seed, Southern Hospitality and The Nester, what about you? It looks fun, just like the pig jumping in the lake picture! Hope you’re having a great day! :)

16 Comments

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Rosemary July 25, 2011

Now that's different! Very unique Debbie.

Debbie July 26, 2011

Rosemary, your so kind! I knew there would be mixed feelings on the antlers!

Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality July 25, 2011

Debbie, those are cute! I do like antlers and hung one on the wall in the green porch at my parents. It feels right at home. Good for you for personalizing! Thanks for the shout-out.

Debbie July 26, 2011

Thanks Rhoda!

Debbie July 26, 2011

Thanks PJ, I know antlers like these are not for everyone.

Debbie July 26, 2011

Hope your husband likes! Thanks Leslie!

Debbie August 8, 2011

Debbie~your home is beautiful..

Chad July 26, 2011

Thats awesome!

Debbie July 27, 2011

Thanks Chad!

Chlvie Stephenson July 29, 2011

Hi Debbie,

So nice to meet you and thank you so much for coming by and visiting my blog. Yes, I have many books. Those that I shared are just a few . . . I love them in fact I purchased 2 more just yesterday! I can't wait to get into those babies. I will add you to my blog list and I look forward to seeing more of your creative style!!!

Thanks again,
Chlvie

Debbie August 8, 2011

Thanks Chlvie!

Ann July 30, 2011

Love your antlers...also love the IKEA window panels! Green is so fresh...goes great with the antlers! Have a wonderful weekend.

Kim August 8, 2011

I love what you did with these antlers. I attached a loose one I purchased to a plaque, too. I am way into antlers. Love them. So Charles Faudree.

Debbie August 8, 2011

Thanks Kim, I'm with you---love antlers!

Dawn October 19, 2011

Good job Debbie ! The challenge was to step outside of your comfort zone even if some wouldn't like it . I LOVE it ! I decorate with antlers all the time. Most of mine are sheds my husband has found , but he is a hunter so I have quite a few. I even have an elk shed ( that can be tricky to work with , let me tell you ! )
If you are interested , check out my post from Sept. - Antlers and Acorns @
http://makinghome-dawn.blogspot.com/2011/09/antlers-and-acornsits-start.html

funky junk interiors October 19, 2011

Know what... good for you! I haven't caught the antler bug but you managed to take them beyond your typical antler. Fun call!

Donna