In an effort to create a simple Easter mantel, I went shopping in my own closets. My goal was to represent the true spirit of Easter. New life. New beginnings.
The DIY Chalkboard that I use for nearly every holiday with a paraphrased version of Revelation 21:5 was the inspiration and starting point for the mantel. Continuing with simple, I kept everything brown and white like the chalkboard. Two flowering stems from Michael’s are tucked into a white pitcher that was a wedding gift.
For interest, I drew the paraphrased verse onto the chalkboard using two fonts, Footlight MT Light and Blackjack Regular, available in Word.
Sometimes the simplest looks are the best, and I love how this turned out.
What do you have in your closets or attic already that you can pull together for a simple Easter setting? I bet more than you think!
If you don’t have a chalkboard, be sure to hop over to the DIY Chalkboard Tutorial to see how simple it is to make your own. Again, I used an old frame I already had, and for just a few dollars, created this versatile board that can be used for any holiday or decorating all year long!
As we approach Easter, I pray you know the simple, yet profound truth of Jesus’s death and resurrection and its transforming power in our lives.
Thankful that He makes all things new…
Linking to:
High Heels and Grills, Mom on Timeout, I Gotta Create, 52 Mantels, Design, Dining, and Diapers, Tatertots and Jello, Six Sisters Stuff, Mop It Up Monday, Home Stories A2Z, Project Inspire(d) Linky Party, One Artsy Mama, Feathered Nest Friday, Catch as Catch Can
Debbie says
So pretty:)
Charity says
I love your sign. It has clean lines and is so simple! It would be perfect over my mantle.
Amanda Brown says
Thank you!
Emily says
You nailed “personal, yet sophisticated”! Love it.
Amanda Brown says
Thank you!
Madalyn McArthur says
I love it! Thanks for sharing, I’m going to pin this.
Amanda Brown says
Thank you!
Kristen says
Love the Easter mantle and how it focuses on the true meaning of the season. Would love to see you link up to Handmade Tuesdays @ Ladybug Blessings. http://www.ladybug-blessings.com
Christina at I Gotta Create! says
Looks great Amanda!
Thank you for partying with the Wildly Original Crowd.
<3 Christina at I Gotta Create!
vickiem says
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE IT!
Amanda Brown says
Thank u!
Emily says
I’m SO glad He makes all things new! What a testament of His great love for us.
Love your mantel!! I’m pinning now!
Amanda Brown says
Thanks, Emily!
Nancy @ Artsy Chicks Rule says
I love this Amanda! And your mantel is beautiful. 🙂 Thanks so much for linking up at Project Inspire{d}!
Ann says
Tastefully beautiful with the focus where it should be – on Jesus..
amy says
I love love LOVE this! It reminds me of one of my favorite worship songs, “You Make Beautiful Things.”
Amanda Brown says
Thanks, Amy! Sorry for the belated reply…seems life just gets busier all the time:)
Barbara says
I LOVE how simple, yet how beautiful this is. Thanks for sharing!! Pinning it. Ms. Barbara from For the Children