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The key to making your living space feel extra cozy and inviting this fall? Styling your fireplace mantel (or any freestanding floating shelf!) with festive seasonal accents. “It’s an easy, affordable ...

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The mantel is an ideal spot for seasonal decorating, as it's often in a central, easy-to-see location and has a built in shelf that's perfect for arranging seasonal vignettes. Use the style of the ...

A Christmas mantel can be adorned with everything from bottlebrush trees and garlands to candles and ornaments. Choose festive holiday decorations to give your mantel texture, dimension, and charm. We ...

While you're busy decorating the mantel, don't forget this crucial space above the fireplace, where artwork and other decor ...

Your mantel is often the heart of your holiday decor, making it the perfect place to showcase festive cheer. From classic greenery and twinkling lights to bold pops of color and creative themes, there ...

Even if you haven’t built a fire, the fireplace mantel is often a focal point in a room, so what better spot to decorate for Christmas? With plenty of space for signs, ornaments and garlands, you can ...