Decorating a Christmas tree is a labor of love, taking time and strategy to perfect. Decorating a mantel, however, is something that can be done effortlessly and quickly; in 30 seconds, in fact.
At least that's what Kelly Clarkson has proposed, as seen on the singer and talk show host's Instagram page. In collaboration with Wayfair, with which she has a collection, Kelly showed us that decorating a mantel simply requires some decorative objects, with a solid foundation of a garland, for it to become a focal point of the living area.
She decorated hers with an assortment of festive staples, including twisted, red taper candles, draped, brass bells attached to velvet ropes, and candy cane-inspired stockings.
As we consider mantel decor ideas, we are taking a page from Kelly's book and being mindful of balancing textures, colors, and sizes of objects on a mantel to create a harmonious area of the home.
Below, we have rounded up all the items you need to recreate her look, starting at only $20. Happy shopping!
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If you're looking to create a sophisticated statement, this cedar garland might be the one for you. Impressively full and realistic, it will give any empty nook some grandeur and an instant hit of festivity. The faux pine is super realistic, too.
These braided candles add the perfect pop of bright red to a mantel, while their non-scented formula is suitable for hosting any and all guests.
Chic and timeless, these gold candlestick holders add a stunning metallic finish to even the most matte of mantels. The versatile gold hue goes with any candle color, but you can't go wrong with red or green for the holidays.
While your Christmas tree has a design scheme of its own, these whimsical paper trees are the perfect addition to any mantel that needs a little pattern. The subtle floral print is delightful.
Bells are a classic piece of Christmas decor, and this mini version of brass ringers attached to a velvet rope is as adorable (and elevated) as they come. I'm sure this will delight for years into the future.
No mantel is complete without stockings, and this striped duo in playful, candy cane hues is an excellent addition to the area.
