How to decorate a Christmas mantelpiece

A mantelpiece is a period feature we so often desire in our homes for many reasons; the promise of a fire, the ability to display trinkets on them and their general charm. Come Christmas, a mantelpiece can be a focal point for festive decorating and provides a wonderful architectural starting point to cover in foliage, fairy lights, candles, fruits and more. Be inspired by the designs below to make a merry mantelpiece of your own.