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November 24, 2021

Neutral Christmas Mantel With Green Garland

Over the years Christmas decor has become a lot more minimalistic around here. It’s more about adding texture, nature and warmth then gimmicking figurines and signs. For me, it’s about bringing in lots of greenery, lighting, sparkles and subtle festive touches. I truly love how simple this year’s neutral Christmas with green garland.

As you scroll through the post, make sure to head all the way down to the bottom to see 15+ other bloggers who are sharing their Christmas mantels as well.

Neutral Christmas Mantel With Green Garland

This Neutral Christmas Mantel With Green Garland has a classic, timeless yet subtle modern look to Christmas decor.

Last year, we still had our TV over our mantel (which always bothered me), and it feels so good to finally have a fully styled mantel this Christmas. I always feel like a mirror over the mantel gives off such a glow and reflects the beauty of the room around it. Especially this time of year, it just sparkles.

This Neutral Christmas Mantel With Green Garland has a classic, timeless yet subtle modern look to Christmas decor.

I really love how our mantel turned out this year! I think it is simple yet festive and something that can even last through winter if we wanted. There is just one small thing missing from it. I wanted to hang these larger vintage bells off the left side to balance it out, but they are running late! And I couldn’t find any near me. So they will have to wait.

Twisting Two Green Garlands Together

vintage bell garland strung across mantel

For our garland, I twisted two different kinds of artificial garland together to create a full look filled with lots of texture. I went with this artificial Fraser Fir garland and this whimsical cedar garland.

Then, I made this DIY Vintage Bell Garland and draped it across the mantel so it gently falls on top of the greenery. Adding a little pop against the green.

This Neutral Christmas Mantel With Green Garland has a classic, timeless yet subtle modern look to Christmas decor.

It’s no secret that I like to switch up my decor often. But there are a few things that are sentimental and we will keep forever. From a design perspective, there are times when I want to hang a different set of stockings on the mantel for a little more contrast. But from a mom perspective, I made these drop cloth and sweater stockings when we became a family of four (and then added one more!).

This Neutral Christmas Mantel With Green Garland has a classic, timeless yet subtle modern look to Christmas decor.

ALSO! I haven’t shared the big news…. but we FINALLY got new living room furniture to complete our space! I’m giving you a little sneak peek here, but tune into IG Stories this weekend for the full reveal!

DIY Vintage Bell Garland

DIY Vintage Bell Garland

Click here for the DIY Vintage Bell Garland

MORE MANTEL INSPIRATION

As I mentioned, today I’m joining some of my talented blogging friends who are also sharing their Christmas Mantel Decor Ideas with you as well. Be sure to visit their posts by clicking on the links below the images.

Snowy Natural Rustic Christmas Mantel Decor at The Happy Housie

Asymetrical Christmas Mantel Garland at Maison de Pax

How to Create a Gorgeous Full Christmas Mantel Garland at Maison de Cinq

How to Design an Elegant Christmas Mantel at Grace in My Space

Festive Farmhouse Holiday Mantel Decor at She Gave it a Go

Colorful Holiday Bedroom Mantel at tatertots and jello

Classic Burgundy and Silver Mantel at Deeply Southern Home

A Traditional Red and Silver Christmas Mantel at Sincerely, Marie Designs

Elegant Holiday Mantel with Candlesticks at Modern Glam

Console Table Holiday Mantel at Rooms for Rent

How to Decorate a Rustic Christmas Mantel at The Tattered Pew

Neutral Christmas Mantel with Green Garland at Taryn Whiteaker Designs

Red and White Modern Holiday Mantel at This is Simplicite

Winter Wonderland Christmas Mantel Ideas at Clean and Scentsible

Asymetrical Christmas Mantel Ideas at Life is a Party

Our Outdoor Fireplace at Christmas at This is Our Bliss

A Christmas Village Mantel at A Pretty Life in the Suburbs

An Elegant Christmas Mantel at Rambling Renovators

Green and Gold Neutral Holiday Mantel at Joanna Anastasia

Warm and Elegant Holiday Mantel at Life is Better at Home

About Taryn Whiteaker

Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!

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  1. Jo-Anna says

    November 24, 2021 at 6:24 pm

    You mantel is gorgeous Taryn! I love how simple and festive it is! And you are right about that mirror, it’s so bright and pretty on your mantel!

    Reply
  2. Mansa says

    November 25, 2021 at 9:32 am

    I love your mantel this year! The bells and stockings are my favorite!

    Reply

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