Wednesday, January 6, 2016

Vintage Books and Herbs Mantel...

I guess it's like when you decide to try to lose a few pounds, and suddenly all you can think of is apple crisp with vanilla ice cream and warm caramel sauce. 

In winter, when most of the outdoors is dormant, I start craving nature indoors.

Meet our dining room mantel...

Lavender and basil plants from Trader Joe's. They're easy on the after-Christmas pocketbook, and last longer than fresh-cut flowers.

A little cup, used as a candle holder, reminds me of people-watching and cafe au laits in Paris. Stacks of time-worn vintage books add some coziness to our dining room.



Now, all we're missing is that apple crisp! ;)

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33 comments:

  1. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJanuary 6, 2016 at 6:58 PM

    Love this and thanks for making me hungry!!

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    1. Little FarmsteadJanuary 6, 2016 at 9:23 PM

      Thank you Kim... I know. I made apple crisps in mason jars for Christmas Eve with vanilla ice cream and caramel. Total comfort food. I'm trying to cut down a little after the holidays but let's just say some days are better than others. ;)

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  2. Rebecca at SimplePracticalBeautiful.comJanuary 6, 2016 at 9:24 PM

    What a beautiful and untraditional mantle display. I love the pops of green from the herbs, and I bet it smells wonderful.

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  3. StaceyJanuary 7, 2016 at 5:52 AM

    Very pretty! You can't go wrong with books. :)

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    1. Little FarmsteadJanuary 9, 2016 at 7:41 AM

      They always add interest, don't they? Thank you Stacey!

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  4. KellyJanuary 7, 2016 at 5:57 AM

    Such a pretty mantel "scape"! I love how you stacked the old books and added greenery and the cute french cup. Very nice!

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  5. Burlap LuxeJanuary 7, 2016 at 9:59 AM

    Love the simple use of stained books with age adds as pedistool stop your plantings. The green and lavender always fits in any decor and adds all the rightness to colder, wetter, and darker days. A perfect subtle design to calm the days.
    Yes, your comfort you delight in has been much of mine these past months, time to get a grip on it and cut the calories for me as well.

    This post encouraged my day.

    Xx
    Dore

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  6. DD's CottageJanuary 7, 2016 at 2:24 PM

    I love buying plants fro TJ's too!

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  7. Cindy LouJanuary 7, 2016 at 5:26 PM

    So cute Julie! Love it!!! I love the way you use such common objects and turn it into a darling vinyette !!

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  8. UnknownJanuary 7, 2016 at 6:30 PM

    So pretty and elegant!!! You have such a great sense of style!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

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    1. Little FarmsteadJanuary 9, 2016 at 7:42 AM

      So kind of you. Happy you stopped by and hope you enjoy a great weekend!

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  9. Doreen @ Hymns and VersesJanuary 9, 2016 at 10:11 AM

    I absolutely love the simplicity of this! I'm sharing this on my blog today!!

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  10. Katie MansfieldJanuary 9, 2016 at 4:39 PM

    So pretty. I love old books. I need to get out and get some greens or bulbs to warm up our space.

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    Love the simplicity and beauty of your mantel display. The live plants are a great thing to add.

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    Love your simple winter mantle! I am still working on creating something for ours. I always over think everything though.

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