How to Create a Festive Christmas Mantel
Simple tips for styling your mantel with warmth, personality, and timeless holiday charm.
When it comes to holiday decorating, the mantel often becomes the centerpiece of the season. Whether you're going all-out with your Christmas decor or keeping things cozy and minimal, creating a festive mantel can set the tone for your entire home.
The good news? You don’t need to be a designer to get it right. With a few thoughtful touches—and a little help from our Winter Collection—you can build a mantel display that feels joyful, meaningful, and beautifully you.
Here’s a supportive, step-by-step guide to styling your mantel using our favorite pieces—from flameless candles for the mantel, Christmas Winter Trees , Christmas Mantel Wall Art, to handmade Christmas wreaths and Christmas stockings for the mantel.
1. Begin with a Greenery Base
Start by anchoring your mantel with greenery. A timeless garland made with Natural Pine or frosted branches brings life and texture to your display. Choose a classic drape or let your garland trail naturally off the sides for a soft, effortless look.
Want something smaller and simpler? Try a plain green small wreath as an accent on or above your mantel—it adds just the right amount of festive touch without overwhelming the space.
→ Shop Christmas Garlands & Wreaths
2. Layer in Warmth with Flameless Candles
Nothing says cozy like the gentle glow of candlelight. Our flameless candles for mantels are a beautiful and safe way to add that warm ambiance. Use varying heights to create visual interest, or tuck them into the garland for a subtle sparkle.
Bonus: They’re long-lasting, reusable, and safe around kids and pets.
→ Browse all Flameless Candles
3. Add a Statement with Handmade Wall Art
Every mantel needs a focal point. Whether it’s a rustic wood sign, a seasonal quote, or a nature-inspired design, wall art for the mantel helps ground your entire display and bring your style to life.
We love mixing in handmade festive ornaments or a cozy handmade Christmas wreath above the mantel for a charming, layered look.
→ Explore Handmade Wall Art
4. Make it Personal with Ornaments & Accents
Tuck in a few smaller decorative pieces to make your mantel feel lived-in and loved. Think: pinecones, mini trees, meaningful ornaments, or framed family photos.
Adding handmade festive ornaments gives your space personality while supporting artisan craftsmanship—always a win in our book.
5. Don’t Forget the Stockings
The final touch? A row of thoughtfully chosen Christmas stockings for the mantel. Whether you go for matching textures or a mix of colors and patterns, stockings instantly complete the festive look.
Use decorative hooks or classic stocking holders and don’t be afraid to style them slightly askew—it adds a touch of whimsy and warmth.
Bring It All Together
Your mantel doesn’t need to be perfect—it just needs to feel like you. Whether you're embracing minimalist Christmas decor or layering it up with everything in our Winter Collection, we’re here to help you create something beautiful, heartfelt, and joyfully festive.
Ready to decorate? Start with these favorites:
- Garlands featuring Natural Pine and winter greenery
- Flameless Candles for Mantels
- Christmas Stockings for Mantels
Let your mantel tell your personal holiday story—one cozy, twinkling detail at a time.