Halloween Mantle

I have always loved Fall, with its brisk temperatures, the vibrant, bold colors and everything pumpkin... My birthday is also in October, so Halloween-themed parties were always a part of growing up.  

One thing I was looking forward to when moving into this new house was the fireplace. It is beautiful, it will be able to function when the power goes out (BIG bonus in the country...) and I finally have a mantle to decorate! There is something so elemental about a hearth. It used to be a central feature of the home, where you cooked, gathered for warmth and conversation... it was truly the heart of a home.  I am enjoying decorating my hearth, and I look forward to when the cold weather allows to light the fire and enjoy hot cocoa and board games with the family by its warmth. {Though I can wait- Fall, don't pass by too quickly!}