Swan Winter Mantle

I started collecting swans this past year and my collection just keeps growing! My mom gifted me two wooden swans and I knew I just had to incorporate them for a cozy winter mantle.

I braided some yarn and made them scarves and from there I gathered some inspiration and ideas.

I ordered some new prints from Desenio along with some new frames! I love all the options but once I saw the swan print I knew it would be perfect! I also ordered the muted rainbow and the Forest print.

These prints from Desenio are perfect! I also added some thrifted gold candlesticks I tied with ribbon.

I was thrilled to find this candlestick holder for $2.99 while thrifting. It’s perfect for a bottle brush tree!

I found the rounded ornate frame at Marshall’s and did a quick and easy DIY. I had thrifted a swan book and took one of the photos to add to the frame. It was a bit small so I tore out a page about swans in winter and added it to the bottom. I think it gives some texture and I loved what it said in the book! (that the male swan works in winter and protects while the family feeds and puts on weight!)

This is an easy way to update art! Find a pretty photo from a book and tear out another page and add it to the photo! My thrifted photo holder is also perfect for a narrow mantle.

I also made a garland to add a bit of whimsy! I found a white beaded garland at Walmart for $6.98! I added some dried oranges and wrapped a bit of yarn. Then I added some command strips to hang it. I think it adds a great touch.

My new mantle gives me all the cozy vibes for winter. I love layering the art, textures and some thrifted pieces. I hope you’ve found some inspiration!