Today I wanted to share about our Christmas mantel! This year I thought it would be fun to try something a little different with floral and evergreen elements I already had. I layered a couple types of florals alongside evergreen garland, scattered pinecones, and the soft glow of (faux) candles. It was so simple to make but I think it makes such a pretty winter statement!
I love how the textures play together: the fresh green next to the delicate blooms, the natural touch of the pinecones, the twinkle of candlelight…it feels festive without being fussy. It will be welcoming for the whole season!
If you want to recreate the look, I’ll list my sources and similar options throughout this post.
Honestly I had no real plan or special technique, nothing is hooked in or tied! It’s all just laying on the mantel but it’s been there for a few weeks now and hasn’t budged!
I first set one juniper garland across the mantel surface, letting a few of the evergreens hang down.
Next I tucked in the hydrangea stems (the same ones I had in a vase all fall) and some new blue flowers here and there around the garland so it would add pops of the greens and blues and the garland would hide the floral stems.
Then I set some medium and large pinecones throughout, and finished it with votive candles (on a timer so they turn on automatically at night, or you could get ones with a remote control if you want to turn them off and on).
Faux Dusty Green Hydrangea Stems
Juniper Garland (similar, mine is from years ago) or here is another similar garland option, or these juniper stems
Magnolia Branches from Etsy // or these similar ones on Amazon
I filled in a spot or two with these pine branches
Flameless Votive Candles with Timer
Pinecones from outside but here are a couple online sources: Large Pinecones or Medium Pinecones
Click here for above room sources
How I Hang Garland on our Stove Hood, Mantel and Staircase
A Nancy Meyers Christmas (Coastal Cottage Style) 9+ Decor Ideas
Our Christmas Chandelier + Simple Winter Table (In My Coastal Christmas Dining Room!)
Our Favorite Faux Christmas Trees (We Have & Love)
Looking for more sources from my home? Check out my “Shop My House” page here!
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I love the look of your home. It is very lovely and inviting. Perfectly decorated for Christmas. I enjoy your blog and always look forward to your posts.
Thanks
Well that is so thoughtful of you, I really appreciate your kindness and comment! I’m thrilled to hear you look forward to my posts! Thank you!
There is something so satisfying when I’m able to re use decor that I already have in a different way. Your mantel is stunning!!!
Thank you! Yes it’s wonderful to just use what you have! And I love that I could keep the hydrangeas out!