Fall Mantel Ideas ~ Thrift Store Challenge ~ Fall Mantel on a Budget ~ Cheap Fall Decorations

Join me as I embark on a challenge where I have to shop thrift stores to find Fall decorations for our mantel. I am also on a budget as I do this! 💰😉
UPCOMING EVENT: BERLIN HARVEST FEST 🍂🍁 / berlinharvestfestivalr...
SEPTEMBER 8-9. I AM PLANNING ON HAVING A BOOTH AT THE FESTIVAL ALONG MAIN STREET. STOP IN AND SAY HI! 😁
COTTAGE LINKS:
APPLE BLOSSOM: airbnb.com/h/oldeorchardcotta...
SPARROW'S NEST: airbnb.com/h/oldeorchardcotta...
MY ETSY SHOP: www.etsy.com/shop/TheWhiteCot...
INSTAGRAM: / thewhitecot. .
MY AMAZON STORE: www.amazon.com/shop/whitecott...
MY PINTEREST: / peaceforall
IF YOU'RE IN THE AREA, MY HOMEMADE SOAP IS SOLD HERE:
ADDIE'S
3092 COUNTY ROAD 135
MILLERSBURG, OH 44654
SOME OF MY REPURPOSED ITEMS ARE HERE:
Walnut Creek Antique Mall
4872 McKinley Place Dr.
Walnut Creek, OH 44687
MY P.O. BOX ADDRESS:
White Cottage Company
P.O. Box 403
Berlin, OH 44610

[@donnalegrand9133]

1000 times better than anything you would have gotten at Hobby Lobby!!!

[@camilove318]

I agree, so beautiful 💜

[@homefreshalicious]

For sure so much better than anything store bought! 😅 Love the mirror! ❤

[@mwilliamson3989]

Especially since they are crooks stealing artifacts from foreign countries and against women’s health care! I don’t understand why anyone especially women shop there or promote them! 😮

[@lorrainetozer2397]

Mary you are amazing as usual. My mother would call this making something out of nothing. Kudos to you.

[@rosehavenfarm2969]

the "premade decor" at Hobby Lobby is not that pretty. Your mantel is much more beautiful.

[@jodijanz4991]

You can also use the wine rack as a towel holder in the bathroom

[@teresacamp3365]

The wheat jar was a surprise how pretty it turned out .

[@dmkane978]

I love how fearless you are in tackling any project. You really inspire your viewers!

[@charleneblake1146]

I love how you brightened up all of you finds. The look fabulous on your mantle❤.

[@cindyclark9145]

There isn’t a challenge that you can’t master!!! Wonderful as always!!! 🍁🧡🍂

[@jand7782]

That wheat jar turned out wonderfully! I'd not seen that done before.

[@ellenreilley3938]

Only Mary!

[@jenatucker492]

I love that wheat jar! I will go hunting with that in mind 😊

[@jackiebrotzman7197]

These are my favorite kind of videos that you do! Making something out of nothing is not something that everyone can do - and you do it with beautiful grace. I love your early fall mantle.

[@kcotjo]

As usual everything looks great! You have such a vision for all your finds! I always love hearing the birds when you are working outdoors! Thank you for sharing!

[@francstrever4331]

The fabric/canvas pumpkins are very creative! Original and very nice. Secretly a bit fed up with all those Halloween pumpkins. This is much nicer.

[@tanyapayzant5261]

Your creativity amazes me, Mary. It turned out great! Have a great weekend at the festival. 🍂

[@diannehiggs]

The technique on the jar is amazing! Everything looked so pretty🤩

[@janetstover7793]

I prefer this over "store bought" purchases. This gives a more natural fall feeling, whereas the purchases are fake and have that overwhelming sense.

[@LaurieEggleston37]

I love mirrors but I have to say, the wheat jar is my favorite thing! Thank you!

[@EmmyUnwindWorld]

You've got an amazing eye for finding affordable fall decor pieces. Everything looks so cozy and festive.

[@krickette5569]

Curating your mantle and decor from thrifted finds is So much better than buying them new. In my opinion. Upcycling thrifted things gives your space more of a homemade feel and injects more of your personality into the space. I Love the wheat jar!

[@alw5101]

Mary I wish you well at your booth event-I remember watching a few yrs back when the microburst hit and so much product was damaged but,thank God no one was badly hurt I also recall how shook up you (us viewers)and everyone else there was! Praying for good weather and Memories ✨🤍🙏

[@waleskagarcia3209]

So beautiful simple and refreshing 🍂🧡🍁

[@maryowens9179]

Your mantle decorations is beautiful. Great finds Mary. ❤

[@araceligomez3735]

Such an entertaining channel. Love all your projects. Those thrift store prices were amazing. Love to see your videos as you travel because I love seeing those Amish buggies on the road. You live in a beautiful part of the country. No chilly mornings here where I live. We are still feeling the heat of summer. Thank you.

[@gwenvann7279]

Everything turned out so nice. I love the mirror! And, the fabric pumpkins came out so cute.

[@bonnieskorupski]

I was at Michaels today looking for Fall decorations and walked out with nothing. To me, you get much a better quality repurposing thrift store finds. Heading to the thrift store tomorrow. Thanks for the inspiration, Mary! :)

[@annmiller7977]

So beautiful ❤! I complement your ability to make so many thrifted items so gorgeous! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@ConservativeVeteran]

Amazed how you painted the wheat brown and the rest of the jar white! Mirror looks so much better sanded! Beautiful mantle scape!

[@khantuta]

Loved the thrifted mirror! And the fabric pumpkins look so sweet. Thank you for sharing your creativity with us!

[@vickigonya9432]

On the large pumpkin you can fill in the face with spackeling, wood filler or bondo, sand it.

[@marshadodson9683]

You are so creative! Love the whole decor!

[@cheristump9404]

It’s lovely. Very simple and very creative. Thank you for sharing your creative gift of decor.

[@Rebelhomeland]

I love that you made it your own! And used the things most ppl. wouldn't think of using in such a beautiful scene! Just perfect!

[@diannerempel8262]

Your mantel turned out great. I was wondering about the wine rack, but you made it look great! I also love the cute fabric pumpkins. Tip: I keep the stems from pumpkins and squash that I harvest and dry them. I then use them for adding realistic stems to my pumpkin creations.

[@angelahagood3639]

I’ve never been to Hobby Lobby, but your handcrafted thrift finds are one of a kind! People who aren’t creative, like me, are the ones that need already made decor, but not you Mary! You take simple, plain things and turn them into works of art!!! 🙌🏻🥰

[@brendakarason7680]

Even though I love & shop at Hobby Lobby, I decorate my home with items from all over, thrifted & new. I love what you did with your mantle. Once again, you've shown us outside the box decor. ❤

[@lisasovitsky1227]

Always the high light if my Wednesdays waiting for latest video 😊 my niece and daughter are huge fans if yours!!!!

[@christinesmith1026]

Love your ideas. I doodle as well. I've been crafting since a child. My mom was a crafter. I ended up being a commercial artist. I still craft most days. I'm retired now. I love your work. Yes,this is a gift from God. I'm so grateful He gave me and you the ability to do so. See you next video. 👍🤗🙂

[@eydiegarcelon8889]

This all turned out beautifully. Your little wheat jar, took me instantly back to my childhood! My Mom had about 6 of these, that she used as little canisters on the counter. So just a fun little memory for me of my Mom and childhood. 💜

[@alicejump2290]

Really created a fine mantle out of thrift store almost junk items! Knowing how to pull together your own individual style and the skill to transform the items is paramount! Blessed fall days!

[@melodierussell3825]

This turned out so beautifully! The vision you have and the new life that you give to older items is so much better than any cookie cutter item that is massed produced at the big box stores. ❤

[@MamaT160]

I laughed out loud when you said "two fairly hideous pumpkins." 😂 They weren't hideous when you got done with them. I love what you did with all the elements for your mantle. I appreciate your creativity and inspiration.

[@user-ok2pt2ix8j]

That idea for the wine rack is SO AWESOME!!! I see them all the time in thrift stores and wonder what I can do with them. Thanks once again for an inspiring video!❤

[@heloisaoliveirafrassetto2374]

Adoro ver essas transformações....❤

[@stemple8188]

It’s been such a lovely ride with you as you are growing in leaps and bounds first goes the editing, the music, the different things that you pop in there. I love the one of you under the canopy that made me laugh out loud. Enjoy.

[@littlehouseonmetairie729]

I love to do this thrift shop, re-purposed, and make something new! It all looks wonderful Mary as usual❤

[@andrewmichels7804]

Much more beautiful then HobbyLobby. Original, natural!

[@brendakaihoi5174]

Thanks so much for the inspiration. I especially like how the jar/vase turned out,

[@patwebb6522]

Love watching you make everything so beautiful 😍 thank you Mary for sharing your talent with us ❤😊

[@dorisroesch5017]

All your thrift store finds are beautiful on your mantel. Love your decorating ability!!

[@marylenhastings6533]

I enjoy watching these fun videos of you thrifting and DIY ing. What a great haul on your stool, pumpkins, wine rack, and mirror! I love how you take someone’s trash and turn it into a treasure. You have a wonderful vision of transforming things! Good luck on your sale this weekend!

[@anjabrunner5100]

Es macht Spaß Dir zuzuschauen liebe Mary vielen Dank für die wundervollen Ideen😊

[@patriciaskitch2341]

Love how the jar turned out Mary. Your mantle looks fabulous for $30. Always inspiring to your viewers.

[@juliacockroft8745]

The mirror is beautiful and I really like what you did with the apothecary jar.😊

[@charlenegates1711]

I forgot. I love how that wheat jar turned out.💕💕💕💕

[@nickisenn4133]

Love the way you used the wine rack! So much better than buying everything made. Just love your style!

[@deborahwhitt4363]

Its always amazing to see your vision come to life and it’s always amazing Mary. 💕

[@donnahawkinsharper8344]

Your mantle is gorgeous. So much better than all the hobby lobby decor. Great job!!!

[@markramsay9428]

I wholeheartedly agree! Cathy❤

[@deeneedler327]

I had to laugh when you said you have a weakness for stools!😊 I do too! Just made me chuckle!

[@lanelothian1925]

I just love all the things you do. They look so elegant, you are very talented indeed.

[@dianalonghenry4933]

Wow! The wheat jar! Never thought of antiquing a glass jar. Mind expanded again! Thanks Mary!

[@RebeccaShanks-ch9ku]

Beautiful Mary! Thank you for all the ideas.

[@LandofEnchantmentLiving]

New friend here. I love thrift store shopping and flipping excited to see how everything turns out.

[@lynnarand2792]

Love your creative mantel decor...way better than just buying retail from hobby lobby!

[@patroberts1111]

Always, love your thrift over haul. I use a wine rack to display my rolling pins. Maybe slats of barn wood ran thru vertically and use to display littles. As for seasonal use maybe Christmas ornaments dangling inside.

[@ellascottagecompany2044]

What a great idea! Thank you for saying that, I see these racks all the time now I know what to do with one.

[@ReinventedDelaware]

This makes me want to go thrifting! Love your projects Mary!

[@janicerichardson4489]

I love it Mary…. The simplicity of everything, I love finding pieces for my home and remaking them. Also It makes me feel good and keeping on a budget too. Love all your videos. Happy Fall🧡🧡

[@patriciakumar115]

Your mantle is so much more beautiful than any Pottery Barn design. I love your exceptionally creative eye! Thank you for sharing!

[@kfrankism]

You are so talented and creative. I love how the wrapped pumpkins turned out.

[@margaretdillinger5090]

One tip I’ve seen watching furniture flippers is, they spray a layer of shellac to block the old finish from bleeding. Very beautiful.😊❤

[@llowery1276]

These are always some of my favorite videos ❤

[@connietowler3725]

The mantel is so pretty. Like how everything turned out. Your Thrift Store is so nice, would love to shop in there. Thank you...

[@MagaGurl]

Mary, you are right, store bought items can be beautiful but expensive at the same time, and sometimes all it takes is a drive to a second-hand store and some creativity to turn items into treasures. You have inspired me to try to do the same thing 😊

[@sandialexander9612]

Turned out beautiful! I love the simplicity- so much better than HL! I really enjoy remaking thrift items.

[@suzisaintjames]

I live in the desert, so more video time driving to places would be appreciated as your scenery is soooo much different from mine! Sending lots of love 💖 from sunny 🌞 Arizona 🌵😷

[@estherosborne6544]

You are blessed to have thrift stores so economical.. it would be 3x more in my town in Nebraska.. it is crazy

[@renee5713]

very cozy mary, it looks fresh but still seasonal. you are right the rack is a "bottle rack" which is also used for wine bottles enjoyed your video and have fun at the fair this weekend. greetings from Holland

[@tinasalobecke66]

Looks great Mary! 🍁🍂

[@brendajolley4808]

Makes me want to go back to Amish Country. Just the scenery is great then add the stores, what a way to see new things. Then there is your talents coming through. Thank you for sharing. 😊

[@sonyarice2653]

Everything looks wonderful Mary! I so much enjoy handmade or repurposing items for the home. It's my favorite thing to do. I loved all your items! Thank you always for sharing with us!❤

[@josiedavies7080]

Pumpkins look fab , i just like watching you create , thank you for taking me with you today , keep well Mary ❤

[@lindaga820]

Mary, you are one talented lady ! Your mantel turned out so nice. The mirror looks so good just by sanding it .

[@conniecline201]

Love your dash cam it’s like a ride at the amusement park

[@teresabell1014]

As usual every thing you do is great, I especially liked how the wheat jar turned out. Not like Hobby Lobby , but better !

[@cherylparish1375]

The end result looks so good! And I have to say the music is so relaxing as well. Every one of your videos is a mini retreat! Thanks for sharing!

[@susanm9824]

I don’t think there is anything that you can’t make fabulous!!

[@kellynance9092]

You have got to be one of the most talented people I've seen. You can take something ready for the trash and make a treasure out of it!! The mantel is beautiful!! My favorite thing was the jar!! ❤

[@irenemustazza6198]

I really like the way that you brought out the wheat pattern in the glass jar. It's such a good fit for a fall mantel! Thank you!!

[@juanitahill4832]

I've watched you before Mary. I find you are one talented lady. Your mantel looks lovely! Thank you for inspiring.

[@laurelmcgrath5823]

I love the color of the fabric pumpkin!

[@barbkrieser8972]

Everything is so appropriate for fall....the pumpkins are so cute!!! The vase is a clever project....like the process you went through to make it! The mantle is simple, and beautiful....❤😊

[@annettemurielle]

Mary, your mantel looks beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing your vision and creativity with us. 🙂

[@rikkitikkitreasures3885]

Love this thrift store. I live in Wooster and frequent it often. Great items and awesome employees. Very friendly. Prices are great.

[@kathyf7862]

I really like the lighter approach you achieved for fall. Much more relaxing and happy! So nice!😊

[@jodyshafer4953]

It’s SOOOO pretty. Love your unique finds & how you can put them together ❤

[@mylindahicks8224]

You amaze me with everything you created please keep them coming.

[@40traceyl]

Thanks, Mary. I enjoy watching your videos. There are so many great ideas. I love how everything turned out

[@gailrhodes2859]

I love the hydrangeas in the rack!!

[@beththompson8483]

I love how simply beautiful the wine rack looks with just a few stems of hydrangea ❤

[@loriburgess1866]

Beautiful and inspiring. Thank you. I now want to fix my mantle for fall. Fall is such a lovely time of year.

[@youdontspeakforme4339]

OMG ! The wheat vase. Amazing how you brought the pattern out. That was my favorite ❤(I enjoy the background music you played in this video)

[@cheriwilliams9861]

Beautiful! Much better than using mass produced items! ❤

[@user-ww3ui5ty1b]

So inspirational! Love your faith & ideas!

[@susiewallace4191]

I always love seeing your creations