An Early Fall Mantel & Using a Pinterest Tip

August 31, 2013


I found this tip on Pinterest on using coconut oil to refinish furniture.



So I bought a jar of cheap Coconut Oil,

Coconut Oil On Vintage Wooden Utensils
And decided to try it on some of my vintage wooden kitchen utensils.  They looked very dry.

Coconut Oil On Vintage Wooden Utensils
I rubbed some coconut oil on with a paper towel to the bottom of this masher.  What a difference!  The coconut oil brings out the gorgeous grain and wood tone.  I let them dry overnight, or soak in overnight, and they are not greasy or smelly.

Coconut Oil On Vintage Wooden Utensils
I like it.

Early Fall Mantel, Crocks, Fruit, and Wood Accents
 I put the utensils upside down inside a crock, kind of like a "utensil" bouquet.  The wood color is so rich, and matches well with this little bench.  


Early Fall Mantel, Crocks, Fruit, and Wood Accents
The theme of my early fall mantel is grapes and pears with crocks.  The dark wood sets off the neutral tone of the crocks and the fall harvest print.

Early Fall Mantel, Crocks, Fruit, and Wood Accents
Here is the vintage ceramic canister set  I purchased recently for $6, showcased in a wood crate.


Early Fall Mantel, Crocks, Fruit, and Wood Accents
A vintage framed is tucked behind the harvest print.

Early Fall Mantel, Crocks, Fruit, and Wood Accents
My early fall mantel...





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  1. Debra@CommonGroundAugust 31, 2013 at 1:39 PM

    just so perfect for Fall, love the wonderful canister set!!

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  2. UnknownAugust 31, 2013 at 1:58 PM

    Looks really good! Great items you grouped together! Love the use of the crate, and the bouquet of kitchen utensils!

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  3. AnonymousAugust 31, 2013 at 2:08 PM

    Great idea, I have some vintage kitchen tools that could use some sprucing up as well.

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  4. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmaryAugust 31, 2013 at 2:10 PM

    Wow the coconut oil really makes the wood shine and brings back the original color. Where did you purchase it at?
    Mary

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  5. Judy at GoldCountryCottageAugust 31, 2013 at 2:16 PM

    Hi Carlene: That seems to work so well. It makes the wood look nourished again. Is it greasy and does it smell. My daughter and her friends used to use cocanut oil sun tan lotion and it got so that I couldn't stand the smell. Your mantle looks so pretty. I love the new cannister set..Happy Weekend..Judy

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  6. Art and SandAugust 31, 2013 at 3:00 PM

    It looks lovely for fall, but since we just got our summer weather on my part of the coast, I am not ready for fall. By the time it has arrived, everyone will have shown me great ideas.

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  7. FABBY'S LIVINGAugust 31, 2013 at 3:14 PM

    Hi Crlene, so happy you're back!
    I love how pretty your lovelies look grouped together in such lovely way. Very inspirational, I adore Fall decor! Big hugs,
    FABBY

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  8. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEAugust 31, 2013 at 3:58 PM

    Oh, I have got to try that. I have so many wooden things that could use a pop!!

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  9. SarahAugust 31, 2013 at 4:17 PM

    Will give this a try. I have a knife box that needs refreshing. '-)

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  10. Number Fifty-ThreeAugust 31, 2013 at 7:28 PM

    Love the utensil bouquet & the tip about the coconut oil is awesome. I will have to give that a try!

    Angela @ Number Fifty-Three

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  11. JunkchiccottageAugust 31, 2013 at 9:52 PM

    So wonderful. The coconut oil really made them pretty. I love your canisters too. Great vignette. Have a great holiday week end.
    Kris

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  12. PattiAugust 31, 2013 at 10:22 PM

    Oh so pretty! I really like the pear theme, too. I love coconut oil. I eat it and use it as a moisturizer.

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  13. Danni@SiloHillFarmSeptember 1, 2013 at 6:18 AM

    It's lovely! I have never heard of that tip! Thanks for sharing it!

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  14. UnknownSeptember 1, 2013 at 6:56 AM

    Great tip. Who would have thought?

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  15. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeSeptember 1, 2013 at 8:03 AM

    Wow, neat tip, I love it. The wood looks beautiful. Hugs, Marty

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  16. Pink GlitterSeptember 1, 2013 at 9:58 AM

    Thanks for sharing the coconut oil tip.....I have some vintage wooden items that can sure benefit from a good dose of that!

    Love all your pretties grouped together!

    Tammy

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  17. CynthiaSeptember 1, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    Wow Carlene what a huge difference. The look so reach and I think it brings out their beauty more!!

    Cynthia

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  18. ~michNovember 19, 2013 at 10:56 PM

    Another thing you can do after applying the coconut oil is put the wood in a warm oven. The warmth will open up the grains & allow the oil to penetrate more fully. Love me some coconut oil!

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  19. LjcMay 25, 2017 at 6:03 AM

    Can u add this to stain wooden utensils you use in the kitchen rather then only decor items? I have mine displayed on my counter in kitchen in a large crock but use them. I can say the look of them darker is very appealing.

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