33 Christmas Mantle Decor Ideas
The holidays are fast approaching and it’s time to start thinking about your Christmas mantle decor.
Whether you have a fireplace or just a blank wall that needs some love, there are plenty of ways to decorate your mantle for the holidays.
From traditional red and green Christmas decor to more modern and minimalist styles, there are plenty of options to choose from.
Whether you’re looking for something cozy and rustic or something a little more glam, here are 29 Christmas mantle decor ideas to help inspire you.
1. Go for a Rustic
Create a cozy, rustic vibe with a plaid Christmas banner, tobacco baskets, and a vintage-inspired wreath.
A small tree and a few stockings complete the look.
Natural Look
If you’re a fan of the modern farmhouse look, you’ll love this mantle.
The designers at Studio McGee used natural elements like pine and eucalyptus to create a lush garland that runs the length of the mantle.
White stockings with simple black monograms and white bottle brush trees are the perfect finishing touches.
2. Use a Single
Focal Point
This mantle is a great example of how you can use a single focal point to create a big impact.
The giant wreath, which is framed by two simple Christmas trees, is the star of the show, and the rest of the mantle is kept simple.
The mantle is flanked by two matching trees and a few scattered candles, but the wreath is what draws your eye in.
This is a great example of how you can use a single item to create a big impact.
Striking Piece
When you have one big, beautiful focal point on your mantle, you don’t need much else.
Here, a simple garland sits atop a mantle with a bold piece of art. The golds and reds in the painting are picked up in the garland and stockings.
3. Make It a Part of Your Gallery Wall
Not all mantel decor has to be placed on the mantel itself.
In this design, we love how the stockings are hung from the mantel, but the rest of the space is used to create a winter wonderland gallery wall.
To get the look, mix in a few Christmas decorations with your existing artwork.
You can easily swap them out when the season is over for a look that’s uniquely you.
4. Add a Pop of Pink
If you love the idea of adding a pop of color to your mantle but want to try something a little more unexpected, consider adding pink! In this mantle designed by us, pink stockings and a pink bow on the wreath add a fun and festive touch to the space.
5. Keep It Simple with Greenery
There’s no need to go overboard with your Christmas mantel decor.
Take a cue from this simple, yet stunning, display and use a single type of greenery as your base.
Here, a faux cedar garland is hung over the mantel and decorated with matching wreaths, candles, and a few small trees.
The neutral colors of the greenery and candles help to create a cohesive look.
Top your mantel with a few small Christmas trees in various sizes and styles.
The vintage-style trees here add character and charm to the display.
6. Add Some Sparkle with String Lights
String lights are a simple way to add some holiday sparkle to your mantle.
You can use them to frame your display, or weave them in and out of the items on your mantle.
For a more subtle look, you can use string lights that are the same color as your wall. This way, they’ll blend in and create a soft, twinkling effect.
7. Go for a Classic Red and Green Look
If you’re not sure where to start with your mantle decor, you can’t go wrong with a classic red and green look.
This mantle by us features simple greenery, a red and white buffalo check banner, and lots of twinkle lights.
The mantle is flanked by two Christmas trees and the entire look is so elegant and cozy.
8. Use Vintage Pieces
If you have a collection of vintage Christmas decor, the mantle is the perfect place to show it off.
Here, My 100 Year Old Home used a vintage Santa and other Christmas decor to create a festive display.
9. Make It Look Like a Mountain
If you’re a fan of the snowy winter look, then this mantle is for you.
This design is simple, but the various snowy trees and the white garland make it look full.
Top the mantle with a snowy garland to make it look like the trees are covered in snow.
10. Mix and Match Colors
If you’re not a fan of the traditional red and green color scheme, mix and match a variety of colors on your Christmas mantel.
This mantel by The Creativity Exchange is decorated in a variety of blues, greens, and whites.
The ornaments, stockings, and garland all feature the same color scheme, making the variety of colors look cohesive.
Conclusion
If you don’t have a fireplace, you can still get in on the holiday fun. Hang stockings on a ladder, prop them up on a console, or go for a more minimal look with a simple string of stockings.
