How to Style a Christmas Mantel

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Mantel Styling

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Start with garland

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Add stockings

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Don't forget lights!

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Keep it simple

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How to Style a Christmas Mantel

Mantel Styling

Mantel Styling

If you love having a beautiful mantel at Christmas but feel overwhelmed by the options, here is a simple (but beautiful) approach!

Start with garland

Start with garland

Add stockings

Add stockings

Don't forget lights!

Don't forget lights!

Keep it simple

Keep it simple

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