The neutral palette of this rustic space allows it to stay displayed for many months.
By the time theChristmas seasonbegins, you might never want to change this look.
Stick To Harvest Colors
This fall mantel idea is simple, sophisticated and stylish.
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You’ll find the vibrant flames will accentuate your choices.
Fashion A Pumpkin Patch
Using pumpkins is an excellent approach to creating a traditional fall mantel display.
Don’t forget that it’s possible for you to find pumpkins in multiple sizes and colors.
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It’s a timeless design using unexpected fall elements.
Choose earthy colors that can complement a floral bouquet or other decor stored on the mantel.
Get Spooky
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Use some of yourfavorite Halloween decorationsto make a festive fireplace mantel.
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Forage For A Woodsy Mantel
This understated display highlights the natural beauty of the fall season.
If you’re hoping for a woodsy and classic fall-inspired mantle idea, this is for you.
Add foliage, pine cones, seasonal produce, and wood logs for a visually eclectic mix.
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Switch It Up
Oranges and berries are a delightful combination.
They add a bit of variety to the typical fall mantel while staying true to the season’s spirit.
Adding pine cones or needles to the display helps balance the traditional elements from the new additions.
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Incorporate Wicker
you might even recycle an old wicker basket or place mat to get this look!
The neutral background creates an empty canvas for your autumnal decor.
Keep It Timeless
you could never go wrong with timelessfall decor.
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Flaunt your fireplace and mantle by trimming it with pumpkins, leaves, and gorgeous greenery.
Add Rustic Wreaths
Wreaths aren’t only for the front door.
Try hanging a harvest-inspired wreath above your fireplace mantel for a complete rustic feel.
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The wreath can stay through winter if you switch out the trimmings.
Using neutral-colored pumpkins allows for more focus on the painting above the fireplace.
Add somefall-scented candles, of course!
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double-check to mix-and-match styles and sizes for an effortless look.
Use candle holders to play with dynamics and prop up your favorite scents.
Hang A Seasonal Garland
We love this garland made with colorful maze.
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Take this opportunity to DIY a stunning wall or banister hanging with your favorite fall finds.
This might include leaves, dried flowers in darker colors, or anything that might reflect harvest time.
Remedy this by swapping pumpkins for another classic foodan orange.
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Match The Centerpiece
When decorating, remember the rule of thumb that no one feature stands alone.
Match your mantel decor to other seasonal additions in the space for a gorgeous integrated look.
Dry It Down
Take cues from this display of dried out seasonal goodies.
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Rather than lush greens, in the fall, opt for dried cinnamon sticks and pampas grass.
Remember: There’s No Such Thing As Too Lush
Bring on the greenery!
Sometimes, bigger is in fact better, especially if your fireplace has an especially large scale to it.
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Antlers offer a can’t-miss opportunity to hang a fall wreath.
Once that is done, decide where your garland needs to be for strike the best balance.
Turn Up The Heat
Lean into those warm tones.
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Show out in festive flair with red, yellow, and orange foliage, fruits, and florals.
Gather the kids and get artistic with some paint and pumpkins.
Then, display your embellished bounty for all to see.
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Get creative in combining the three, and you’re set for the season.
Your friends will wonder how you manage to act on those creative impulses and pull it off so well.
Create a lettered pumpkin display, find, purchase, or create letters to adhere to the pumpkins.
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Surround this word art with autumn leaves, and you’ll have a masterpiece.
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