Mix traditional and whimsical accents to create a holiday showcase on your mantel that's all your own.
Frosty and Fun
Turn that Santa hat upside down for a creative and playful stocking alternative. Add candy cane treats and simple plants to
the mix for easy access.
Silver Bells
Incorporate an elegant collection into your holiday scheme. These silver teapots filled with poppies brighten the room. And
round out the space with fresh evergreen clippings that are both fragrant and festive.
Mixed Fruit
It may look traditional, but with closer examination you'll discover fresh cut-open fruit next to the roses and lilies. Pomegranates,
ruby grapefruit, and blood oranges contribute to this mantel's high drama.
Nestle In
Don't overlook the opportunity to create an unconventional mantel display in the bedroom. A simple wreath and garland made
of greenery can take the space into cozy holiday mode in no time.
Subtle Splendor
Even a muted palette of red and green, which blends well with the rest of the room's look, easily makes the transition from
autumn to Christmas.
Turn Down the Lights
Simple garland instantly becomes more polished by candlelight. Using a restricted color palette of candles (no more than two
shades), light several pillars of varying heights. For safety, be sure to light the candles only when you’ll be in the room.
Hanging Around
For a unique twist this year, drape a garland made of sweet gum seedpods and pinecones from the mantel. Or, use items from
your yard for cost-free decor.
Sack Full
Rather than traditional stockings, consider hanging homemade bags from the mantel. Make these out of extra fabric or even
old sweaters. Not only are they creative, but they also hold more gifts than regular stockings and coordinate with your decor.
Dishing It
Take your holiday china out of the cupboard and put it on display. Mixed with greenery and figurines, these plates can dress
up any mantel.
Warm Greetings
Enjoy the twinkling lights in the tree and the glow of your mantel. Frosted etched glass spreads the cheer this season and
for years to come.
Precious Metal
Create your own personal holiday message to hang up for friends and family this season. Incorporate simple sparkly garland
to make your message shine.
Iron Clad
Bump up your mantel's style factor with a wrought-iron wreath. Then adorn your mantel with berries and greenery to soften
the scene.
