Simple Coastal Christmas Mantel

Using greenery, candles, and ornaments I’ve created a simple coastal Christmas mantel.

Living so close to the ocean, I like to keep our Christmas decor light and airy.

Today, is the third week of Seasonal Simplicity hosted by my good friend Krista. Today my friends are sharing their amazing mantels and vignettes – 27 in all! I’ve included all the links at the bottom of the post.

I had little helpers while decorating; Max and Poppy were super excited that we were pulling the Christmas ornaments out!

If you follow me on Instagram you may have already seen this photo. Max got so excited by the tree and decorations that I think he ingested some sparkles. We had to rush him to the ER at the vet and were there until midnight. He’s fine now. Hopefully, he realizes the sparkles are better on the tree. I’ll be sharing our Christmas Tree this weekend I can’t wait for you to see it. I’ve been turning the lights on and enjoying that warm, magical glow. This year we decided on a muted palette of navy, aqua, and whites mixed with the greens.

I started by scattering this soft, faux greenery on our mantel. I used two lengths. I got it a few years ago from a local florist and love using it for the holidays. It’s very pliable and has soft, sparkling snow on it.

I used pillar candles and some fairy lights mixed in.

I also placed the birch candle holders I shared the other week on the mantel.

The ornaments are part of  set from Balsam Hill. I love how they look like sea glass covered in snow and ice. So perfect for our coastal home.

Max and Poppy seem very pleased with the decorations.

I must admit I love sitting here by the fire. It’s so relaxing. In fact, I sat here last night sipping tea and reading magazines.

You may recognize the snowy galvanized stars from the other week.

This year I’m already feeling a little frazzled by the holidays and I’m craving simplicity. I hope you enjoyed our simple coastal mantel. I’ll include a few sources below.

The source list below contains some affiliate links, you can read my full disclosure policy here. If you purchase via one of these links I may receive a portion of the sale.

Source List

• Wall Color – Mascarpone by Benjamin Moore in Matte
• Fireplace Makeover – DIY Project
• Slipcovered Chair – Ikea
• Fairy Lights – Amazon
• Midnight Frost Ornament Set – Balsam Hill
• Birch Candle Holders – DIY Tutorial
• Mini Tree – Ikea
• Snowy Galvanized Ornaments – DIY Tutorial
• Pillar Candles – Target
• Fabric Tree – Target
• Driftwood Garland – Wayfair
• Side Table – Home Goods
• Lamp – Target
• Round Mirror – Home Depot
• Oriental Rug – Vintage
• Pillows – HomeGoods
• Ironstone bowl – vintage
• Ornaments in Bowl – Balsam Hill
• Faux Fur Throw – World Market

Today I’m joined by a group of my talented blogging friends who are also sharing their holiday mantel and vignettes ideas with you…

The Happy Housie // House by Hoff // Rooms FOR Rent // The Turquoise Home

Lolly Jane // Just a Girl and Her Blog / / Taryn Whiteaker Designs / / My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia

So Much Better With Age // Finding Silver Pennies // Home Made Lovely // Designthusiasm

tatertots and jello // Clean and Scentsible // All Things With Purpose // Tauni Everett

Craftberry Bush // Hallstrom Home // Rambling Renovators // Deeply Southern Home

Modern Glam // Summer Adams // Happy Happy Nester // Town and Country Living

Willow Street Interiors // Sawdust to Stitches // Life is a Party