The Christmas season approaches and you are decking your halls, don’t forget the Christmas mantel decorations. Many people will hang the traditional stockings over the fireplace, but what can you do on top of the mantel? The following ideas should give you some good inspiration on decorating your mantel for Christmas.
This contemporary home features a white fireplace mantel decorated with blue ornaments and joyful Christmas decorations. Blue and white create a natural blend that is delightful to the eye. Simple yet cheerful, this example shows you that you don’t have to go over the top to create an exciting Christmas home. 
Traditional style decor, there are many elements to incorporate. Hang the Christmas stockings off the mantle. To maintain the traditional look keep the stockings in the red or green color families, or with coordinating patterns such as a tartan plaid. Hang them with stocking holders or a simple nail.
The rustic overtones of a brick fireplace don’t have to ignore the luxuries of modern life. Place your flat screen television atop your fireplace mantel so that the boys won’t have any excuses for wanting to head to the other room to catch the game.
If you’re in the mood for something special. Try a themed mantel décor. For example, try something traditional like “the gifts of the magi” or something a little more unusual inspired by your favorite movies, books, etc.
Decorate with candles You can use candles to decorate the mantel and make it glow. Use candles of different shapes and sizes and votives and arrange them as you find it fit. You can also use a few other things in between, like pine cones, Christmas tree branches, tree ornaments, etc.
Turn the fireplace mantel into a focal point using color. You can hang different-colored stocking or you can display an array of floral ornaments, also featuring a rainbow of colors. You can even borrow a few ornaments from your Christmas tree and display them on the mantel in a creative way.
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