"Angels Watching Over Us"—that is the name I chose for my Christmas mantel this year. I had just begun my holiday decorating when the heartbreaking news from Sandy Hook Elementary School broke. In that moment of reflection, this mantel was born.
It serves as my small tribute to those sweet souls and a reminder of all the angels watching over us this season.
The centerpiece of this display is a DIY wall art project made with a bit of Mod Podge and a lot of heart. The image of the three little angels actually came from a cherished Hallmark greeting card a friend sent us years ago.
White and gold were my colors of choice.
A trio of angels was placed on the floor; a tutorial on making them is right HERE.
A pile of stacked books serves as a table. Hmm, it looks more like a Christmas tree. ;)
The centerpiece of this display is a DIY wall art project made with a bit of Mod Podge and a lot of heart. The image of the three little angels actually came from a cherished Hallmark greeting card a friend sent us years ago.
I've always loved these three little faces, so I decided to enlarge the image significantly to create a focal point for the room. It's a simple project, but it brings so much peace to our home.
I set to work on twenty angels!
Two wooden angels are on each extreme of the mantel. Six on the garland are old ornaments that were spray-painted white.
And yes, the set of stocking holders needs an E. If you follow me, you already know that story; if not, you can read about it HERE. The saga of finding that missing letter is still going on.
A pile of stacked books serves as a table. Hmm, it looks more like a Christmas tree. ;)
The star was one of the projects I brought to the Hometalk TV - Segment, but it is an idea I got from my friend Dria.
Remember, you, too, have Angels Watching Over You!
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Remember, you, too, have Angels Watching Over You!
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Very sweet Cristina :) You styled it so perfectly! xo Kristin
ReplyDeleteI adore everything about this. It's truly beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and calming.
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely tribute and so beautiful too-
ReplyDeleteJemma
Beautiful, Cristina! Such a thoughtful tribute to the children of Sandy Hook.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fitting and lovely tribute Cristina! remembering the tragedy last year still brings tears to my eyes and everything that happened that horrible day will forever be etched in my mind... Thank you for this. :-)
ReplyDeleteI love all of them! They are very, very cute! Great idea.
ReplyDeleteMarina
SO adorable I love these! Sharing and pinning!
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful tribute and mantel. You are a gem. Happy Holidays!
ReplyDeleteThat is the sweetest kind of remembrance for those children. I love it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely tribute...it's beautiful, Cristina! I was just watching a video yesterday of one of the families who lost their little girl and how they've been able to move on and I was sobbing my eyes out...such a tragedy, you're mantel is so sweet. XO
ReplyDeleteSuch a terrible moment in our history :( What a beautiful tribute Cristina! Your mantel is simply stunning!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Christina! I love your white stockings and angels. Lovely tribute.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! !!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas Cristina. May Angels watch over you and your family.
ReplyDeleteI love your mantel and the meaning behind it. It's so pretty and must make you smile every time you walk in the room.
ReplyDeleteSo sweet! You always put so much into your décor and it always shows... so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHoliday Hugs,
Pendra
I love your angel mantle Cristina!! It is so pretty and the message behind it is so perfect for this time of year! All the angels are so sweet! Beautiful job! I still love the stocking holders, I am keeping my eyes peeled for an E for you!!!
ReplyDeleteAll your angels are too cute!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty Cristina- I love your stockings and all the white and gold is so soft and fresh:)
ReplyDeleteSo pretty and such a beautiful idea.
ReplyDeleteI love your angel mantel, how gorgeous. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteYour mantel is absolutely beautiful. Just found and joined your blog this morning. Any chance you will consider making your angel Christmas card into a download? I am certain there are many of us who would love to be able to use that image in our own way as a tribute to all those babies. God bless. Pat.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely adore the wall art! Everything looks so pretty, serene and ethereal! From the stacked books to the pretty stockings every detail is exquisite! Beautiful use of white and gold colors:) Thanks for inspiring us! Merry Christmas! Hugs, Poppy
ReplyDeletePretty. I love all of the different tones of white that you incorporated! I would be thrilled if you shared this over at my link party, Ginger Jamboree today!
ReplyDeleteHow sweet and precious and a great reminder of all the angels that watch over us. Come link up to Centerpiece Wednesday linky party that is live right now and share this with us. http://thestylesisters.blogspot.com/2013/12/centerpiece-wednesday-106.html
ReplyDeleteKarin
Muy lindo el borde de tu chimenea querida Cristins ,, adore los ángeles , botas ,, todo hermoso amiga
ReplyDeleteThis is so darling. I love your monochromatic colors which really accentuate the them! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful mantle. I love all the angels and the Christmas tree of books is such a wonderful idea. Pretty spheres, too!
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