How To Decorate A Fireplace Mantel For Everyday

Varying the heights of these objects is important so that you do not to create any horizontal lines with your decor which would then detract from the horizontal line of the mantel itself.

How to decorate a fireplace mantel for everyday. I bought my plants off amazon and the vases from West Elm. The faded chipped paint of the fireplace makes a timeless statement. You can add some birthday cards stockings or presents to make it a visual treat.

I had planned on doing something completely different on the mantel then what I ended up doing. If you do dont hang frames too high. There are so many seasonal and festive fireplace mantel ideas.

Stick some glowing moon and star stickers or hangings on the wall above the fireplace. A collection of vases dress up both the mantel and firebox. This summer I wanted to see something new and different on the white mantel that is on a stone fireplace in my living room.

Start with taller items at the back and use smaller items as you work your way forward. Its a decorative framework. You dont always have to hang.

Before deciding on a mirror however test it out in the spot youd like to place it as you want to ensure that there are no weird reflections. For an easy fireplace mantel decorating idea hang a mirror in the middle and a sconce on either side. You may recall this mantel was repurposed.

Books and Glass on an Old Farmhouse Fireplace. An old farmhouse fireplace mantle demonstrates this decor perfectly. The window leaning on the mantel is strung with a paper acorn garland for a cute touch.