In our house, the TV is a massive black hole above the mantle.
It’s impossible to decorate this mantle without blocking the TV/DVR receivers. So I invented my own “mantle” for seasonal decor. Remember this entryway console table I made from an old dresser?

Here it is now as an alternative Fall “mantle.”

Just used some of my favorite things from other parts of the house.
It’s right inside the front door, so you walk in to a Fall welcome.
Of course Little Guy had to get in on the action….
Share your alternative mantle ideas!















