I’ve been using this lighted garland on my mantle for years now. And that says a lot for someone who likes to change up their décor often! These images from Restoration Hardware are my main inspiration for the lighted garland. This is from their 2014 holiday catalog! It just goes to show you how long I’ve been using this lighted garland and still loving this look.
Supplies
- clear ornament bulbs, varying sizes
- fairy lights
- garland
- floral wire
- command hooks
Making the Lighted Garland
Start by laying out your garland on your work surface. Beginning at one end, start intertwining the fairy lights into your garland. I prefer using battery operated fairy lights with a timer for this project.
About every 6” I stuff a clear ornament full of fairy lights and then attach the ornament to my garland with floral wire. I use clear glass ornaments on mine, but you could do plastic as well. The glass can be a bit of a hazard if it gets knocked off. As you move along, alternate the size of the clear ornament bulbs.
Adding the Garland to the Mantle
Now that the lighted garland is assembled, I’ll be adding it to my mantle along with some additional garlands. It’s incredibly helpful to prep your mantle with lots of command hooks and floral wire that is cut, attached, and ready to go. This is how I will secure all of the garlands in place.
I’m going for an asymmetrical look, so I am going to start by adding a base layer of basic garland. This is placed on the side of the mantle that I want to be nice and full and overflowing. Next, I’ll layer on my lighted garland and secure it in place. Lastly, just take some extra picks and loose pieces of greenery to add fullness and really shape it to get that asymmetrical look.
The Finishing Touches
These candlesticks with battery-operated candles were a great addition this year. And what is a Christmas mantle without stockings? The stockings also really help to complete the look and balance out the garland. Is the lighted garland something you would enjoy for several years like myself?
Sources
Garland | Clear Ornament Bulbs | Fairy Lights | Floral Wire | Command Hooks | Candlesticks | Battery-operated Candles | Stocking 1 | Stocking 2 | Stocking 3 | Stocking 4 | Stocking Holders
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Hi!
Your projects are soooo inspiring. Do you have a email list I can sign up for?
Thank you so much! I don’t currently have an email list, but I am planning on adding that soon.
Hi there!! Love your work! Was just wondering if you have steps on how you made your outdoor fireplace? 🙂
Thanks a ton!
Hi Bree! Here is the link for the fire table I made: https://hamiltonparkhome.com/2021/11/diy-outdoor-fire-table/
Oh my Gosh, I’d love to see the rest of your home. I’ve been totting around planks of rough saw oak thru 3 homes now. If you have older kids you’ll soon find out that they think I should get rid of all that stuff. Now I’m glad I listened to my hear. I think I have enough to do coffee table and top of a mantle. I want Xmas so bad now and it’s only March. Lol. I’m building a barndominuim so the front 3rd will be mother in law quarters. I already know I’m going to have a fire place installed just like this and build myself a coffee table following your instructions. I’m only 70 so I think you explained it clearly enough. If you make anything else is there a way to follow you. My style is Scandinavian/eclectic. Wish me luck. Love the garland too. I hope you take me replicating as a complement!
Aw thank you Ronda! That is so exciting! I hope you do put that gorgeous oak to good use. Sounds like you’ve got it all planned out! I share a lot on Instagram if you care to follow me there too. Good luck with your projects!