The calendar has flipped to December, so if you haven’t decorated already, it’s time to get started! Whether you go all out around the house or just add a few decorations here and there, the mantel is one of the best and easiest places to add some holiday cheer. Wreaths, signs, stockings, garlands, mini trees and more can be strewn about to make a festive display. However, you don’t have to spend a ton of time or money to pull it all together. Here are 20 DIY projects you can do this season to make your holiday mantel merry!
Garlands
Garlands are fun and simple to make, add layers of interest to a one-dimensional display, and bring a sense of festivity to any space!
Ornament Garland
Source: Centsational Girl
Multi-colored ornaments strung onto wire make a classic yet chic statement that’s high on color and sparkle.
Pom Pom Garland
Source: My Sparkle
Looking for a more cozy and toned-down option? Pom-pom garland can add doses of texture while adding a cozy and vintage flare.
Paper Tree Garland
Source: Nalle’s House
Paper tree garlands hung vertically are a fresh and modern take on the traditional garland, adding major holiday impact in a unique way.
Merry Christmas Banner Garland
Source: Vicky Barone
Simple and sweet: a classic-colored banner sings the sentiment of the season!
Christmas Light Garland
Source: The Cards We Drew via I Heart Naptime
Colorful paper lights strung together make for an adorable and kid-friendly decoration! All you need for this one is the free printable, a pair of scissors and some string.
Felt Snowflake Garland
Source: Holly Brooke Jones
If you have extra patience and time this season, this delicate snowflake garland will make any space feel like a true winter wonderland.
Wreaths
Wreaths are a big-impact way to bring color and texture above a mantel (or anywhere around the house!) The options for supplies are endless, allowing you to customize a wreath to your home’s style and color palette.
Ornament Wreath
Source: Four Generations Under One Roof
Ornament wreaths can be made in a variety of color combinations and textures, resulting in either a classic or whimsical addition to your decor. Select ornaments that match your décor to add a sparkly focal point to any display.
Snowflake Wreath
Source: Onekriegerchick
If you want to bring the snowy outside in, try making a gorgeous wreath out of sparkly paper snowflakes.
Wrapping Paper Wreath
Source: Centsational Girl
Making your own wreath doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. Even holiday wrapping paper folded and taped just the right way can make for an adorable holiday accessory!
Paper Straw Wreath
Source: Paper Source
For a unique look, use unusual holiday items to make a wreath. Candy-cane colored straws come together with some hot glue to make a show-stopping wreath!
Signs
If wreaths feel too expected or traditional, a holiday sign with a festive sentiment can also fill a blank space above a mantel!
Rustic
Source: Serendipity Refined
Painted wood letters and snowflakes come together to complete this adorable rustic holiday mantlescape.
Wooden Star
Source: Unskinny Bobby
A wooden star can be crafted in any colors you desire, making it perfect for the holiday season and beyond into the New Year.
Marquee Sign
Source: A Beautiful Mess
If bright and bold is your goal, nothing feels more festive than a marquee sign!
Trees
Faux mini trees are a quick, affordable and oh-so-good-looking way to fill up an empty mantel. Get creative with ornaments, glitter, feathers, paper and more to give your little trees some major style!
Paper Trees
Source: Landeelu
Folded and layered patterned cardstock make quick and adorable trees that can adorn a mantel or any surface around the home.
Paper Cone Trees
Source: Tatertots and Jello
The selection of wrapping paper during the holiday season knows no bounds, and so too can your paper trees! Wrap cardboard cones in whimsical papers that match your décor for and instant show stopper.
Cardboard, Feathers and More
Source: Beautiful Matters
Get creative when covering cardboard trees. Feathers, acorns, and sparkly trims combine to create a dazzling forest collection.
Stockings
Last but not least, no mantel is complete without a slew of stockings for Santa to fill up with goodies on Christmas Eve! Instead of buying off-the-shelf stockings, spend a few hours this holiday season whipping up some unique homemade creations that the whole family can take pride in year after year.
Name Stockings
Source: Teal and Lime
A simple font in non-traditional holiday colors give these personalized stockings a modern flair.
Whimsical Stockings
Source: Positively Splendid
Scoop up a slew of festive fabrics and mix and match them all to create a unique yet coordinating set for the whole crowd.
Monogram Stockings
Source: Serendipity Refined via Fox Hollow Cottage
Simple monograms ensure Santa gets the right gifts into the right stockings!
Sweater Stockings
Source: Hometalk
Hark back to Christmases of long ago by re-purposing old sweaters into cozy cable knit stockings.
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