December 5, 2010

Holiday Mantels

I love decorating my home and clients homes this time of year.  I especially love creating unique fireplace mantels.  If you are fortunate to have a fireplace in your home, I hope you find inspiration with these holiday mantel images. I know I have!

Candles bring so much warmth to any room and especially on a holiday mantel. I suggest using off white in a variety of sizes to bring a glow to the entire room.

Try using new color combination’s. Copper, Pinks, White, Silver, Lime Green are just a few ideas to have fun with. I love the use of poinsettias in a lime green and raspberry color on the mantel.

A simple tip is to imprint with adhesive letters a holiday saying and adhere them to balls. Then just string them all through a ribbon.  An easy and festive new idea!

I love the simplicity of this mantel and how easy it is to create!  The key here is to use accessories that are the same color. That way the greens really pop.

Another fun idea is to use a holiday saying above the mantel.  Baby its cold outside is a wonderful holiday song that now has a place above a warm fireplace. Have fun exploring holiday tunes this way!

Visit Authentic Home Paint store for some beautiful paint color ideas to enhance the look of your room this holiday season.