This guide will help you transform your fireplace with simple tips to create a stunning Christmas mantel that complements your TV and not compete with it.

Does anyone else find it challenging to decorate their fireplace mantle for Christmas with a TV mounted above?

Please drop me a comment below how you deal with this problem.

While I love decorating the mantle for Christmas…

in the past I’ve covered the mantle with pine boughs, picks and candlestick only to frustrate my husband because the remote doesn’t work unless you stand.

Balancing style and function might seem tricky, but with the right approach, you can create a stunning holiday display without compromising your entertainment setup.

Ready to add a touch of vintage charm to your Christmas mantel, even with a TV taking center stage?

This holiday season, transform your mantel into a elegant, cottagecore-inspired space with a French flair.

Today you’ll find simple tips to create a stunning Christmas mantel that complements your TV and not compete with it.

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Start with Greenery That Works with Your TV

When decorating a Christmas mantel with a TV, it’s essential to choose greenery that enhances the space without interfering with functionality.

If you decide to place greenery on top of your mantel opt for low-profile garlands or pine boughs that won’t obstruct the screen or the remote functions.

As I said before, that was a problem for me in previous year.

But this year, the mantle top around the TV sensors is clear by beautifully draping a garland on the front of the mantle.

Fireplace mantel with a TV mounted above.

Hang a Garland without Nails or Hooks

Hanging a garland on your Christmas mantel doesn’t have to mean damaging your mantel with nails or hooks.

Instead, use 3M Command Cord Bundlers for a secure, damage-free solution.

These handy clips are designed to hold cords but work perfectly for keeping garlands in place.

Simply attach them to the mantel surface, loop the garland through, and enjoy a festive look without the worry of leaving permanent marks.

Plus, they’re easy to remove when the season is over!

Woman holds package of 3M Command cord bundlers.
3M Command cord bundler mounted to the top of the mantel.
Woman wraps 3M command cord bundler around garland to mount to the mantel for Christmas.

This approach allows you to enjoy a festive Christmas mantel, while keeping the TV fully functional for your favorite holiday movies or shows.

Norfolk pine garland is hung on the fireplace mantel for Christmas.

This year I purchased a realistic Norfolk pine garland and I’m loving it!

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For a fuller look, I hung two garlands.

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Layer Your Garland for Depth and Texture

Layering your garland is a great way to add depth and texture to your Christmas mantel decor.

Start with a basic garland as your foundation, then build upon it by adding items like:

For my Christmas mantel, I first attached small mercury glass ornaments to a chain and draped it across my pine garland.

Seeking a bit more sparkle, I sifted through a box of vintage chandelier parts, linked the crystals into one long strand, and delicately draped them along the garland.

I believe the shimmer and charm provide the perfect touch for a more cottagecore-inspired mantel.

Layering not only creates a more visually interesting mantel, but also allows you to mix different textures and elements, making your mantel feel fuller and more appealing without overwhelming the space.

Christmas mantel garland is decorated with vintage chandelier crystals strung together as a garland along with small vintage mercury glass ornaments strung on a small chain.
Christmas mantel garland is decorated with vintage chandelier crystals strung together as a garland along with small vintage mercury glass ornaments strung on a small chain.

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Embellish Your Garland with Elegant Bows

Embellishing your garland with elegant bows adds a festive and charming look to your Christmas mantel.

For an elegant look choose bows in luxurious fabrics like velvet or satin, and match them to your color scheme.

In keeping with my refined cottage vibe, I choose frayed velvet ribbons and layered it with vintage lace.

And for a little added texture I tucked in a few pheasant feathers.

Woman decorates Christmas mantel by adding pheasant feathers round a blue velvet and vintage lace bow on the fireplace mantle.

This simple addition enhances the overall elegance of your mantel and brings extra holiday charm.

Stocking Hung on the Mantel with Care

No Christmas mantel is complete without stockings hanging with care.

For a touch of elegance, I used iron stocking holders and attached them with frayed blue velvet ribbon, adding a vintage charm.

Each stocking is embellished with delicate vintage lace and brooches, bringing a nostalgic feel to the Christmas mantel.

A woman ties blue velvet ribbon to attach the Christmas stockings to the stocking holders.

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Create Symmetry on the Mantel Top

Create symmetry on your mantel by balancing items on either side of your TV.

Place candlesticks, lanterns, or small pine trees in matching pairs for a cohesive look.

You can also add vintage vases or silver-plate teapots and pitchers as I did to enhance the design.

To create varying heights with my teapots, I used books to elevate a couple of them and them draped with with vintage doilies.

And to add a little height on each side of the mantle, I placed faux Norfolk pine boughs in each pitcher.

A woman places a vintage silver teapot on the mantel on a vintage crocheted doily.
A woman place Norfolk pine stems in a vintage silver-plate pitcher.

The addition of the stocking on the left side of the mantle balance the two silver-plate teapots and pitcher on the the right.

Decorated fireplace Christmas mantel with vintage and tarnished silver-plate teapots, pine boughs, pine garland embellished with a blue velvet and lace bow and pheasant feathers.
Decorated Christmas mantel with vintage silver-plate teapot and pitcher with pine stems, pine garland, black stocking holders with Christmas stockings embellished with vintage lace and brooches. Tied to the stocking holders with blue velvet ribbon.

This simple arrangement brings balance and visual appeal to your Christmas mantel without overpowering the TV.

Elevate the Look with Digital Art on the TV

Enhance your Christmas mantel by turning your TV into a display for digital art—no more bulky black box dominating the space.

With digital art, you can easily showcase festive scenes, holiday landscapes, or cozy fireplace animations, turning your TV into a beautiful part of the decor.

It’s simple to do with a smart TV or a Roku stick.

Simply go to YouTube, search for Christmas TV art and choose a design that fits your Christmas style.

Now I don’t have the TV on 24 hours a day, but when we have guest over, it’s easy to select a scene or two and make my TV look like it’s a piece of art.

Now all I need is to make a beautiful frame for my TV!

It’s a simple solution that adds charm to your mantel while keeping your TV functional, creating a stylish and festive mood.

Styled fireplace Christmas mantel with realistic Norfolk pine garland, embellished with small mercury ornaments, vintage chandelier crystals, blue velvet and lace bows, stockings. A TV is mounted about the mantle with a winter scene on the screen.

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With these simple tips, decorating a Christmas mantel with a TV can be both beautiful and functional.

By carefully choosing greenery, layering garlands, adding elegant bows, creating symmetry, and incorporating digital art, you can create a festive, beautiful display that enhances your holiday decor without sacrificing the practicality of your TV.

Styled fireplace mantel for Christmas with realistic Norfolk pine garland, embellished with small mercury ornaments, vintage chandelier crystals, blue velvet and lace bows, stockings. A TV is mounted about the mantle with a winter scene on the screen. Off to the side of the fireplace are two decorated slim trees and a blue velvet chair.

Whether you prefer a classic cottage look like me or prefer a modern farmhouse look, these ideas will help you design a mantel that brings warmth, charm, and holiday cheer to your home this season.

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Styled fireplace Christmas mantel with realistic Norfolk pine garland, embellished with small mercury ornaments, vintage chandelier crystals, blue velvet and lace bows, stockings. A TV is mounted about the mantle with a winter scene on the screen. Two blue chairs are placed in front of the fireplace and two decorated Christmas trees are place to the left of the fireplace.

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I have always had a passion for transforming spaces and creating organized, functional homes. Even as a child, I loved rearranging furniture and decorating my childhood home. In fact my dad would comment he was afraid to come home from work and sit, for fear the furniture would be rearranged. I enjoy the challenge of turning ordinary items into extraordinary pieces, whether it’s a piece of furniture or an entire room. My creativity and attention to detail drive me to find unique ways to breathe new life into any space.

As a wife (to a supportive and patient husband, Steve), mother of three, and grandmother of five, I balance my love for home improvement with family life. I enjoy spending time outdoors, hiking, and exploring nature. I also frequent yard sales, thrift stores, and vintage markets, always on the lookout for my next project.

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