It’s the most wonderful time of the year… to decorate your home! Break out the garland and string lights, because it’s time to decorate for the holidays. There are endless options when it comes to your Christmas decorations, but one major focus for many homeowners is the fireplace.

You can make your décor stand out here. Here are a few ideas on how you can decorate your fireplace for the holidays.

Holiday Home Decor

It’s the ideal picturesque Christmas card scene where there are beautiful holiday decorations surrounding a fireplace, making it cozy and warm. You might be wondering how you can achieve this in your own home. After all, it only happens once a year! However, among your other holiday plans, the idea of creating a perfectly decorated home might seem impossible.

“Decorating for the holidays doesn't have to be overwhelming or over-the-top,” she said. “There are so many ways to incorporate simple decor with just as much sparkle. Little trees tucked on a bookshelf, a bathroom counter or a tabletop are quick to set up and bring instant cozy. Clustering mercury glass candle holders can create a beautiful centerpiece that can carry you through the entire winter season. Rather than hanging every ornament on the tree, fill a few tall glass vases with vintage ball ornaments for an easy mantel refresh.”

Fireplace Safety

Before you begin adding any décor above or around the fireplace, it’s extremely important that you make sure all decorations are safe. While it’s tempting to let live evergreen garland dangle down over your mantel, these items can be a major fire hazard. Keep decorations away from the firebox, using the mantel or wall space. Never put any home décor near flames.