Decorating the the new house is taking longer than I would prefer.  So, I am taking baby steps, and pinning.

This is my mantle in the living room.  I like the recessed wall and the arch.

Mr. Kell and I have come to an agreement that there should be an animal head hanging above the fireplace.  Not one that has been shot and stuffed, one more my style.

I am thinking something like this.

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After that, I have no idea what I want to do.

I am so fickle when it comes to decorating.  I will start out with an idea, and change it fifty times before I finally buy something.  This is the number one reason why nothing ever gets done in my life.

Now, thanks to Pinterest, and looking through some blogs, I have a few ideas.

1.  Is there a right or wrong way?  How should I decorate my mantle so it is pleasing to the eye?

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There is some really good info here.

2.  I am the kind of person who just likes to look at pictures and take a little bit from here an there.

http://rusticweddingchic.com

I have this thing for candle sticks.  I love the different heights and textures.  I love the idea of mix matched candle holders of different heights lining the mantle.  Funky, yet clean and light.

3.  I love art.

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Having a large piece of art as a focal point is a great idea.  It takes up most of the space, so all I would have to do is had a few odds and ends.  Not to mention it draws you eye up the wall making the seem higher.  Too bad the one piece of art I have is too large for the space.

3.  I love a funky mirror.

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A large mirror and a few pieces make this mantle pop.  It is absolutely gorgeous along with the whole space.

There are so many options.

What are your ideas?