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October 12, 2020

Minimalistic Halloween Mantel Decor

You guys! Now that our fireplace makeover is complete, I feel like I can decorate it for every season now! The new fresh look is inspiring me. I decided to make a few changes and try out some Minimalistic Halloween Mantel Decor.

I’m not big on Halloween decor, but honestly our kids love it so I always try and do a little bit. And this is my VERY FIRST Halloween mantel ever! I’ll admit, I had a little fun :)

Minimalistic Halloween Mantel Decor

Create your own Minimalistic Halloween Mantel Decor with these simple ideas of a cascading bat display, branches and a few pumpkins!

I wish I could thank whoever started the tiny bat trend across the wall because I love it! It feels seasonal yet a little artistic. I’m digging it. I had some plastic bats in my bins so I decided to give it a try! I’ve been having a hard time getting them to stay, but they look cute :)

Now that our fireplace is a lighter color, I feel like I have so many more options when it comes to decor! And I’m so excited about it! Plus, the mantel is actually a little wider now, so that really helps too.

Create your own Minimalistic Halloween Mantel Decor with these simple ideas of a cascading bat display, branches and a few pumpkins!

I found these awesome bare branches at Michaels a few weeks back and I am obsessed with them! They are some of the coolest branches I’ve seen and they look really realistic too. I feel like they would also work for winter too.

Create your own Minimalistic Halloween Mantel Decor with these simple ideas of a cascading bat display, branches and a few pumpkins!

I placed them in one of my “new” black textured vases, you can see that full thrifted vase makeover. And I added one of these amazing leather pumpkins! I found them at JOANN Stores and I snagged a few before they sold out!

Create your own Minimalistic Halloween Mantel Decor with these simple ideas of a cascading bat display, branches and a few pumpkins!

I had fun putting together this new look. I can’t wait to show you my Halloween Porch later this week!

About Taryn Whiteaker

Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!

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  1. Jeannine says

    October 12, 2020 at 3:09 pm

    Taryn, this decor is perfect with your new fireplace design. That leather pumpkin!!!!!

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