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Goodwill Home Décor Expert - Merri Cvetan

Merri Cvetan

My weekly column for Amazing Goodwill and my design blog, Design Coach, are about all things design, living a stylish life and entertaining (like setting a great table). I share DIY projects, decorating and design tips, as well as ideas and secrets.

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Homage to Duck Dynasty!

Posted by Jamie Klinger-Krebs on Nov 13, 2013 3:49:00 PM

duck dynasty045The popularity of Duck Dynasty prompted me to create a fall display for hunting and TV fans.

This collection of ducks is perfect for a rustic fall mantle or Thanksgiving table centerpiece.

duck dynasty002 034.fwI found several ducks while shopping at Goodwill stores. The ceramic ones were popular 20 years ago in country kitchens. I was excited to give them each a new life.

duck dynasty006It was cold when I spray painted the ceramic duck head. The second and third coats of paint turned into a crackle finish. It was unexpected, but perfect.

The wood decoy is simply camouflaged with duct tape.

duck dynasty041You would never know that hidden under the newsprint and papier-mâché is the old cutesy country duck!

duck dynasty044Start with a piece of burlap, add a wood placemat and arrange the ducks on old books. Layer pinecones, string and copper oak leaves. You have a mantle display that will look great until you’re ready for Christmas.

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