Seven Things to Do With Antlers...

If you have a neutral room, or home, you probably love adding textural elements to the mix.

I certainly do! One of my favorite pieces to use has been a set of deer antlers a friend gave me years ago. Mine are somewhat unusual, as they have the hide and hair wrapped around a wooden form. In the photo above, you can see how I placed them inside an antique picture frame. I usually prefer them in a mostly symmetrical arrangement in a gallery wall, after all, they are symmetrical!

While antlers have been a popular trend the past few years, they have long been a classic element in traditional homes. 

Here are seven antler decor ideas that caught my eye recently:

#1

Antlers above a window 

These are in a very traditional kitchen. 

SOOO Downton Abbey! 

via Brambly Home and Garden

#2

Antlers above a door.

In this case it happens to be a pantry door. 

Notice, these have been given a creative paint treatment.

via The Jolly James

#3

Antlers in a bell jar.

via Christy Ford for And George

#4

Antlers on top of an Armoire or Cabinet.

via Nesting Place

#5

Antlers in a table scape.

Don't you love the contrast of the sparkly mercury glass?

via kleines fines nestchen

#6

Antlers as Table Base. 

These are ANTLERS, and they're still available on Etsy.

via benjaminbydesign on Etsy.

#7

Antlers as Christmas Decor!

Unfortunately, this Pottery Barn version is no longer available.

However, below, 

The Country Chic Cottage has a tutorial for a knock-off design, making faux antlers.

I might have to try a similar version, using some of my collected antlers!

If you're looking for antlers, check my Etsy shop next week. 

Word for the Day:

Psalm 42:1 

As the deer pants for the water brooks, so my soul pants after you, God.

Word for the Day:
Psalm 103:1
Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name!

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