I’ve always loved the look of a fireplace. Unfortunately, I have never lived in any house, even growing up, that had one! I am so deprived :)! So after scouring Pinterest and all the blogs I follow, I decided I should try and make my own sometime. This past summer, Lauren and were at Goodwill and came across this headboard for only $3.99! Sold! There were two, and I probably should have bought both of them, but I was so excited to just find one! Then it sat for quite awhile. It always takes me time to think about how this is going to work and exactly how I want it to look.
We took off one of the pieces that was under the shelf. I found some more pieces of wood at another Goodwill that had scallop across one side and decided that would work too. Yes, they are bright turquoise, but everything will get a few coats of paint.
I added a little extra to the bottom too. I had these ornaments from last year that I never did anything with, so I glued them up near the top to add some interest to the piece.
After patching all the holes, I gave it a couple coats of paint.
We added a thin piece of plywood to the back which I painted black. We also added a board along each edge in the back so it would sit flush on the wall since we have 6 inch baseboards. So here it is!
I am so pleased with how this turned out!
It was different to decorate a mantle, but I am looking forward to all the different ways to style it.
Here are the Christmas ornaments I never used last year. I’m so glad I could find a good use for them! I made the acorn garland by hot gluing acorns from my yard onto a piece of twine.
My mom and dad found this box in a dumpster. Um, yes please! It’s perfect here for now.
It won’t be long until this is all decorated for Christmas. I am also wanting some kind of heater for inside so my doggies and I can cuddle up in front of it when it gets cold. It will be the perfect spot!
I hope you enjoyed the reveal! I’m so glad it is done and ready to go! Now on to the next projects!
HOME ON THE CORNER 
Thank you so much for sharing with us at the Merry Monday party! We love partying with you! Hope you will join us for the new party starting tonight at 9 pm est.
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I will definitely be there! Thanks!
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Pamela, Very nice effort to combine those two Goodwill items. The first piece, priced at $3.99, was too good to walk away from. Your transformation is lovely, but I’m also impressed by the staging for your photos. I saw your link at Stacey’s Creative Inspirations Link Party. Ann Marie @ Iris Abbey http://www.irisabbey.com
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Thank you so much! You are so kind!
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This is so pretty and original. I’m glad you got a fireplace, even if it’s not working. It provides such a centerpiece for your room. You did a great job styling it too. A happy start to your winter!
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Thank you so much! I can’t wait to decorate it for each season!
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OMG this is so beautiful! I want one too! And what you paid for the headboard, I can’t believe it! It turned out fantastic, seriously I’m amazed. I love the garlands, the sticks underneath, the top decorations, EVERYTHING!!!
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Thanks! Now I just have to figure out how to get some heat out of it!! 🙂
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This is very creative! Love how it turned out and I’m so happy for you that you are no longer deprived! So happy you shared your project with us at Brag About It!
~Laurie
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Yes, I was very deprived 🙂 Thank you for coming by!
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How cool is that! Great idea for a fireplace Love it! Thanks for linking up to Merry Monday! Sharing on FB! Have a great week!
Kim
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I am so excited that it turned out so good! Thank you!
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