If you have a fireplace in your home, the mantel should be adorned with Christmas decorations to help make your home feel warm and festive. It is typically the focal point of any room, so you and your guests will naturally gravitate your focus towards it. So if you haven’t already done so, it is time to start decorating your mantel and get it looking festive for the rest of this joyous season. There are plenty of different ways to decorate your mantel and we have gathered together a fabulous collection of ideas for you. Have a look below and don’t forget to let us know in the Comments which one of these ideas most inspired you and why!
Note: Check out these Christmas mantel decoration ideas that we have showcased in the past.
1. Cozy Christmas Decor. This Christmas mantel features a palette of traditional colors: reds, greens, whites, and rustic browns. A plaid scarf is tucked into the mantel garland, adding a layer of coziness to the fireplace. This red and black buffalo check is repeated in the stockings, popping against the white backdrop. (via @bloomingdiyer)
2. ‘Tis the Season. The garland on the mantel is from Walmart, while the “Tis The Season” sign above the mantel is from Kirkland’s. The buffalo check stockings are from Target and the little name signs for the stockings are from @painterplacehomeco. The trees on either side of the mantel are TJMaxx! (via @wilshire_collections)
3. All is Bright. This mantel looks magical with the pre-lit garland, small Christmas trees, and taper candles. Love the layering of cozy knit stockings! The “All is Calm, All is Bright” sign is from @2daughtersheirlooms. (@idreamofhomemaking)
4. Magical Christmas Mantel. Trimming the mantel, the beautiful garland is from @afloral. Hung from the mantel with a birch log, are stockings from Arhaus, Target, and Dillards. (via @house.becomes.home)
5. Elegant Christmas Mantel. This stylish mantel features beautiful garland accented with mini-lights. The stockings are from Pottery Barn. Gorgeously draped over the mirror is a fresh evergreen garland for a magical Christmas, sourced from @lynchcreekfarm. (via @jennifermaune)
6. Christmas Village Mantel. These charming white ceramic village homes are from the Target Dollar Spot. These houses could be illuminated with LED mini lights. Accompanying the homes are white bottle brush trees, also from Target. Garland trims the mantel of this faux fireplace, layered with pine, wooded bead garland and ornament garland. (via Liz Marie Blog)
7. Natural Mantel. Adorning this mantel, a set of antique frames from a local antique market was used as a backdrop to bring the eye up. Complementing the frames are antique candlesticks, with small white candles set on top for ambiance. Garland was layered in for texture, faux Fraser fir mixed with real pines stems locally sourced from a nursery (you can also find them at Home Depot or Lowes). Loving the mix of real and faux and the chunky knit stockings! (via Liz Marie Blog)
8. Deck the Mantel with Fresh Garland. A fresh bay garland from Williams Sonoma drapes over this fireplace mantel. Wood bead garland adds a natural element into this garland, which can be found at places such as Hobby Lobby, Michaels, Target, Etsy, and Amazon. Adding a colorful element into the garland is a multi-color bead garland. (via Tammy Damore)
9. Exquisite Asymmetric Garland. This gorgeous garland adorns the mantel in an asymmetric, and undulating form. The stag head above was once a stark white resin. The horns were painted in a black matte, while the head features a copper gild. This aging technique makes it become a piece of art over the mantel while adding winter warmth. (via 5th and State)
10. Garland of Elegance. This asymmetrical garland beautifully drapes down the side of the fireplace. Lit taper candles adds a romantic ambiance to this Christmas mantel. (via Pinterest)
11. O Holy Night. This charming mantel is adorned with fresh greens, plaid ribbon knotted into the garland and natural wood nutcrackers. The canvas print with hand-written calligraphy in a beautiful Christmas hymn is by Lindsay Letters. (via Holly Mathis Interiors)
12. Merry and Bright Mantel. This mantel is decked out with fresh greenery, accented by mini-lights for ambiance. The “There’s No Place Like Home For The Holidays” sign is from @craftmeup_decor. The wooden box for the Christmas tree is from HomeGoods! (via @farm_decor_momma)
13. Beautiful Wooden Elements. This festive fireplace features wooden candles at varying heights, layers of garland and striped stockings for symmetry. Above the holiday mantel is a beautiful Christmas quote that you can do yourself with a framed chalkboard from any arts and crafts store (JoAnne, Michaels, HobbyLobby). A DIY fireplace insert using wood slices adds a unique aesthetic to the firebox when not in use. To get the tutorial, go to the provided link. (via Bless This Nest)
14. Holly Jolly Christmas. This cozy mantel features a simply draped garland from HobbyLobby. The faux fur pom pom stockings in brown and cream are from Arhaus. The “Holly Jolly Christmas” sign is from @ohsweetskye, while the “Mistletoe” sign is from @hollybakerross. On the hearth, the North Pole wooden box is from Magnolia, while the Christmas tree is from King of Christmas. (via @ourfauxfarmhouse)
15. Romantic Rustic Theme. Warm twinkling lights are woven through the gorgeous faux garland and wreath. Beautiful faux fur and velvet stockings add soft texture to this mantel. For some romantic whimsy, ribbons were tied to the stockings. A stack of birch logs with a faux sprinkling of snow is set in the center of the mantel. (via 2 Ladies and A Chair)
16. Woodsy Theme. An array of reclaimed and driftwood trees and fresh and faux greenery adorns this beautiful holiday mantel. (via Place of My Taste)
17. Baby, It’s Cold Outside. A charming Christmas village adorns the mantel, which can be found at places such as Target and Kirkland’s. Two faux trees in burlap sacks flank either side of the mantel. Buffalo check stockings are hung with care, while the sign can be found at the provided link. (via @threearrowsco)
18. Traditional Style Holiday Mantel. This beautiful mantel features traditional Christmas colors of green and red with pops of white and gold for the twinkle lights. Mini houses and a touch of whimsy makes this fireplace mantel feel inviting. The sign on the mantel is from Kirkland’s. (via @simple.joy.at.home)
19. White Rustic Christmas Mantel. This mantel features repurposed chunky candles, spray-painted in a fresh coat of gray. Faux garland is layered in, along with some fresh greens. A strand of battery operated lights work their way through the greens, along with collected sticks from the yard — which have been spray-painted white. Cozy knit stockings are wired into the garland. TIP: To get the swag effect, use floral wire and wrap around the garland. Tie to the nails. (via The Lily Pad Cottage)
20. Merry Christmas Mantel. Flocked garland adorns this lovely mantel, along with a grouping of small trees flanking either side. (via @ourfarmhousestylehome)
21. Beautiful Library Mantel. Above the mantel is a carved wood deer head, an antique from a Hunter’s cabin in Bavaria. A slender wreath was made using German Statice with the help of @foragedfloralcc.(via @oldsilvershed)
22. Jingle Bells Mantel. Offering a warm and cozy aesthetic, this mantel features green felt garland, concrete grain sacks and large bells from @purplerosehome (similar can be found at Kirkland’s). The candlesticks and wooden letters are from @harpdesignco and the retro Santa is from @ohsweetskye. (via @thepickledrose)
23. Festive Christmas Mantel. This beautiful mantel features a theme of black, white and green with a warm golden glow from the string lights. The reindeer print above the mantel is from Etsy and framed by @frameiteasy. The stockings are from Target! (via @rusticpigdesigns)
24. Merry Christmas To All. This charming mantel is adorned with small trees from HomeGoods. The “Merry Christmas” sign takes center stage, from @ohsweetskye. The stockings are hung with care and found at Target! On the stockings, are adorable name tags from @stoneriverhomeco. The wood bead garland is from HobbyLobby. (via @dianamcintyre)
25. Chic & Glamorous Mantel. This mantel is simple yet elegantly styled, featured mercury glass trees accented by faux greens. Flanking either side of the mantel are vases filled with faux winter foliage. (via @stylinbyaylin)
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