~ Happy New Year - Mantel Decorations

 

Although I don't fancy a long list of resolutions which are unlikely to be kept, nonetheless, it feels good to re-focus and think about what is really important. For that reason maybe, there is a decorated mantel for New Year's celebration. 

Because I love Mercury glass so much, it is a part of the decor, along with the pretty MacKenzie Childs' star.  Black & white with sliver is perfect for New Years or just about anytime. 

In the midst of all the mess of packing up the Christmas decorations, I took some extra time to actually organize all of the decorations better. Each year, I think I'm doing that, and maybe next year it will still need more organizing, but for now it feels like something got done.

When everything was carefully packed away, I made a whimsical little garland saying Happy New Year simply printed on white paper and strung with black ribbon.

The "clock" was made from a few different graphics and added to a round mirror.

The DIY - Handmade Items in this Post:

• Antique Books Covered in Simple White Paper for the Black & White Look
• Happy New Year Garland - Banner Made from White Paper & Black Ribbon, Letter Designs by me, printed on my printer, cut, holes in the top corners, strung on the ribbon.
• Clock Face Design made from a few graphics, printed on paper, cut out circle and double-face taped to a round mirror. Set for a few minutes to midnight.

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To all of you have come by to visit over the years, 

and to those who find their way here 

for the first time as well.

 I wish you

 a very Happy New Year 

filled with Peace - Light - Love - Joy.

See Y'All Soon~

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Thank You ~