As we approach the end of the year and the temperatures keep inching closer to zero, the prospect of spending an evening in front of a burning fire becomes more and more enticing.
Let’s face it, it’s cold, wet, and chilly outside. Going outside to get to work or fetch groceries seems like more of a chore than usual. And once you get home, you want nothing more than to light a fire, bask in its warmth, and listen to its soothing crackle.
To make your time in front of the open fire even more pleasant, we’re providing you with 4 simple open fire decoration concepts that will help you reach maximum Christmas this holiday season.
Stick to the Classics
Sometimes traditional is best, especially when it comes to a family-focused holiday like Christmas.
So why not sick to time-tested classic decorations? Keep it simple and hang last year’s lights, Christmas stockings, and fake tree garlands from your mantel. Give your living room a rustic feel by arranging some of those beautiful-looking Lekto kiln-dried birch logs. Then turn to your chiminea breast and hang a wreath from its centre for a dash of natural colour
And, to make things even more Christmasy, why not use the generations-old trick of placing a row of holiday-scented candles on top of the mantel? Next offers hundreds of options in all price categories, with mulled wine and Hot Cocoa being our favourites.
Leverage Flower Power
Season-appropriate flowers such as hyacinths, heather, and snowdrops will help bring a touch of life and nature to your open fire. In winter, this is more important than ever.
But flower choice isn’t everything here.
The vase you choose will make or break the look. In order to achieve the right effect, make sure you choose a beautiful vase in an ice-blue or white colour. If you head on over to Etsy, you’ll find a wide assortment of Christmas-appropriate vases to suit any taste and budget.
Choose the Right Accessories
Uniqueness and authenticity are two sure-fire ways to set a design apart. And what’s even better, these can be usually achieved for free.
Do you have a family heirloom collecting dust in the closet? Perhaps something you remember your Grandparents bringing out for Christmas? Well, why not bring it back out in the spotlight once again?
Do your children enjoy making things with their hands? Homemade decorations from the children are a lovely way to make your living room unique. And the artists will we more than happy to be paid in ice cream.
Nailing the Colour Scheme
As we said earlier, icy blues and whites are the obvious choices when it comes to the choice of colour. However, if you’re feeling adventurous, why not add splashes of bright red or forest green to your decorations? It’ll look great, especially if you have a Christmas tree nearby.
One great way to add an extra colour dimension to your open fire is by changing up the floor tiles under your hearth. Even though it may seem like an exceptionally big job to undertake, adding or changing tiles is actually a one evening project if tackled properly. And there are even ways to lay temporary tile that you can remove after Christmas.
