Keep your mantel decor to a minimum if it's already a showstopper ... Watts says you can't go wrong with oversized greenery ...

A mantel decorated with greenery and ornaments “makes any room look like Christmas,” said Bunny Williams, an interior designer who relishes decorating the five fireplace mantels in the house ...

Not only are these tips renter-friendly but they're also perfect for homeowners wanting to avoid spackling post-Christmas ...

Taking cuttings from the garden means you are doing some positive pruning while you’re decorating your home - Andrew Crowley Some greenery quickly looks desiccated when cut and brought inside ...