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Updating A Brick Fireplace

Updating A Brick Fireplace

You came! Thank you so much for checking out my little corner of the web! Okay, I know you are probably thinking that you are tired of seeing and hearing about my fireplace and mantel obsession... but I promise this is good. When I bought my little house, I knew I wanted to update the brick fireplace. The fireplace itself has great a shape and a great brick pattern. But, the overall darkness of the brick made my oh so small living room seem even smaller. Soooo... I decided to go for it!  Brick Fireplace DIY I want to start...

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3 Things Your Mantel Needs!

3 Things Your Mantel Needs!

If you follow along on Instagram (@highcotton101), you know that my love for a good mantel is no secret. There is something about mantels that excites me! There are tons of ways to decorate a mantel, but there are 3 guidelines I tend to stick to. 1. Focal Point 2. Height 3. Greenery While the decor may change along with my style and the season, these 3 things are always on my mind while decorating a mantel. Focal Point - This is where the eye is drawn. You want this piece to stand out. Ideas for your focal point are mirrors,...

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