I really don’t know what happened first.
Maybe it all started with the purchase of this valance from Goodwill.
It could have been the box of fun flags and such~that I bought for $1 at a yard sale.
I could blame it on the Hydrangeas?!
I’m not above asking for something!!! 🙂
Make me one! and she replied, just watch me!
It’s awesome in person! I wish you could see it!
I really didn’t know how much I needed this, until it showed up on my front porch!
Thank you Shannon!!!!
I can’t show you how to make one,
but
Shannon can! (Click on the photo above for directions)
It’s beautiful and budget friendly:
Dollar Store Noodle
Old Jeans
various flowers, also handmade by Shannon!
Sharing:
The Checkered Apple, Positively Splendid, It’s Overflowing, Savvy Southern Style, Homestories A to Z,
Kelly says
June 13, 2012 at 3:39 pmVery fun! I would never have thought to use a valance on the mantle. 🙂
It works perfectly. And I love that fun denim wreath!
Shannon Fox says
June 13, 2012 at 12:19 amDebbie,
I am so tickled to see something I made at your place… sort of a trip actually!
You made my/your little pool noodle wreath right at home! Just don’t think it could not look any cuter.
That is one fabulous~festive mantel you put together =)
Hugs! Shan
Meegan says
June 9, 2012 at 11:17 amYour mantel looks incredible and Shannon is SO sweet! How fun is that???
Thanks for sharing with us!
Meegan
Roeshel says
June 6, 2012 at 9:13 amShannon is a super sweet friend! And your patriotic mantel is so fun! You’re all set for summer! Love it!
Jann Olson says
June 4, 2012 at 11:57 pmLooks like it was made just for you! It ties everything together wonderfully. Love it all!
Hugs,
Jann
Brandy~GreyLaneHome says
June 4, 2012 at 12:01 pmI love it. Your mantel is so pretty. Shannon did an awesome job. I love all this patriotic spirit….I need to get with the red, white and blue summer program.
Linda @ it all started with paint says
June 4, 2012 at 9:30 amYou two just made me laugh and smile and reminded me, once again, why I just love this blog world!
🙂
Linda
Sharon says
June 4, 2012 at 5:17 amIt looks great in you home with your other things. I love that you got it from a fellow blogger…now you will think of Shannon every time you look at the wreath.
Sharon @ mrs. hines class
Carmella says
June 3, 2012 at 11:04 pmSo sweet! What a great gift….and I do believe I need to make one now!
Kim (Themoney-pit) says
June 3, 2012 at 10:24 pmI love the mantel.. it screams patriotic!
Kelly @ View Along the Way says
June 3, 2012 at 1:53 pmYour mantle is *beautiful!* And of course Shannon’s pool noodle is the perfect centerpiece!
Gina says
June 3, 2012 at 11:16 amOh Debbie, I love it! My little red & white gingham heart loves your patriotic mantel. Before I read about the wreath, I was almost screaming, “What is she doing with Shannon’s wreath?” lol How sweet of her to make one for you!
Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage says
June 3, 2012 at 9:52 amYou lucky gal! Your mantel makes me see stars and stripes!!
Kelly
Janel says
June 3, 2012 at 9:17 amIt truly looks great!! The perfect touch to your gorgeous patriotic mantel!. She’s great!!!
Bliss says
June 2, 2012 at 6:07 pmMy noodle is ready and waiting. Finally something done for a party, I’ve missed the last several I wanted to join. Don’t tell Shannon (HA!) but it’s a Fox Hollow knock off.
~Bliss~
Pat says
June 2, 2012 at 5:22 pmLove it all! Shannon did a fabulous job on the wreath and you rocked the rest ~
Pat
My Little Home and Garden says
June 2, 2012 at 4:57 pmEverything looks very festive!
Heather @ At The Picket Fence says
June 2, 2012 at 3:07 pmYou will…forever be…queen of awesome mantels! You amaze me every time with what you come up with, and Shannon’s wreath is the icing on the cake! What a sweet thing to do…I think I need to practice me some “hinting” skills and see what shows up on my doorstep! 😉 lol
Heather
Susan @ Afford Your Passions says
June 2, 2012 at 9:57 amHow cute is that pool noodle wreath? Gorgeous!
Love your mantle, Debbie!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Jane @ Cottage at the Crossroads says
June 2, 2012 at 9:42 amYour mantle looks fantastic with Shannon’s wreath and your touch. I would never have thought to put a little ruffled valance on the mantle top, but boy, do you have my wheels turning! I need to get to “noodling” so I can join the party.
Hilani-Handmade by Hilani says
June 2, 2012 at 9:29 amThe noodle gave it away for me. how wonderful!!
Laura ~ Our Prairie Home says
June 2, 2012 at 9:20 amYAY! So happy for you! Shannon is such a sweetie! And your mantle looks fantastic! 🙂
Laura at Top This Top That says
June 2, 2012 at 6:55 amjust love all that red,white and blue!!!
debbie says
June 2, 2012 at 7:33 amShannon Rocks, and so does your mantel. LOVE it Deb!
Vicki sutton says
June 2, 2012 at 7:32 amWow! It looks fabulous. Sooooo sweet of Shannon!
Fairfield House says
June 2, 2012 at 6:44 amDebbie,
I am LOVING your patriotic mantel — so festive and truly reflects the season. Unique use of the valance {smacking forehead and saying: why didn’t I think of that?} Your hydrangeas are ‘blue-tiful’! That wreath is the crowning glory. How thoughtful and generous of Shannon to send! I will check out your up coming linky party. Have to use my noodle and figure out what to make! 🙂
Have a wonderful weekend, my friend.
Deborah
Diane says
June 2, 2012 at 1:47 amYour mantel looks terrific! How nice of Shannon to send the wreath!