Charming Easter Mantels: Tips for a Fresh Spring Look

• Floral Garlands: Incorporate spring flower garlands featuring blooms like hydrangea, roses or forsythia to add a fresh and lively touch.

• Novelty Garlands: Use strings of Easter eggs, bunnies or carrots to support your Easter theme.​

• Tinsel Garlands: Colorful tinsel garland makes a playful addition to your spring Easter mantel decor. They come in all colors, including iridescent white and pastels. 

Figurines add personality and depth to your mantel display. Consider incorporating:​

• Bunny Figurines: Classic symbols of Easter, bunnies can be found in various styles, from ceramic to plush to quirky figures like fuzzy chicks or resin rabbit garden statues.

• Easter Babies: Adorable baby animals symbolize new life and add a sweet touch.​ Consider a plush bluebird or fleecy lamb to add character to your Easter mantel decor.

• Crosses and Religious Symbols: For those who mark Easter as a holy day, tabletop crosses and figures of Jesus that bring to mind the Easter story can be especially meaningful.​

Adding lights can create a warm ambiance to your Easter mantel decorations. Options include:​

• String Lights: Combine the charm of garlands with the cozy glow of serene white or charming pastel Easter lights. Delicate fairy lights or pastel lights intertwined with garlands, draped along the mantel edge or tucked between your decorations can add a magical glow.​

• LED Candles: Safe and long-lasting, LED candles provide atmosphere without the fire hazard. Place them on the mantel or in the hearth for a beautiful glow.

• Lighted Decorations: Items like LED ceramic bunnies can serve as both a light source and a charming decorative piece.

Enhance your mantel with decorative items typically found on tabletops:​

• Miniature Easter Trees: Decorate pastel-colored Easter trees with colorful Easter egg ornaments. Alternatively, hang your ornaments on a small, bare branch set in a flower vase for a unique centerpiece.

• Easter-Themed Signs: Wooden, metal or framed signs with messages like "Hoppy Easter" or "Hello Spring" can add a personal touch. Prop them on the mantel or hang them above.​

• Tiered Trays: Use tiered trays to display a collection of smaller items like painted eggs, tiny nests or petite figurines.

Symmetrical Arrangements: Place identical or similar items on either side of a central piece for a balanced and formal look.​

Asymmetrical Arrangements: For a more relaxed and dynamic display, vary the heights and types of decorations on each side.​

Start with taller items at the back and layer shorter pieces in front. This technique adds depth and prevents the display from looking flat.​ You can even lift smaller items by situating them on another decoration, like a decorative box or candlestick holder.

Stick to a cohesive color palette that complements your chosen theme. This approach ensures a harmonious and visually pleasing arrangement.​

Introduce elements like fresh flowers, greenery or even decorative nests to add an organic touch that celebrates the season.​ Use artificial plants and faux spring flowers like tulips, forsythia and daffodils as realistic and maintenance-free alternatives.

Your mantel is just one part of your fireplace. Bring depth to your overall design by adding decor above the mantel and around the hearth. Switch out artwork with an eye-catching spring wreath or Easter sign. Arrange tall ceramic bunny statues or neutral-toned lanterns on the hearth.