One of the centerpieces in any home during the wintery months is the fireplace. Nothing is better than snuggling up to a warm fire with a cup of hot chocolate or a rich Pinot Noir , listening to Bing croon some classic holiday tunes. For years, I embellished my holiday mantle with boxwood, lemons, and green apples. With the dining room taking a departure this year with more sparkle – my mantle did the same. Without the fresh produce this should last well into the new year. I love how it turned out.
I started with two large clear vases I picked up at Target. The hearty snow covered branches I found at Pottery Barn. I loved these sparkling initials that were designed to be stocking tags. How fun to purchase several and create a holiday garland! Found them – at WAL MART for a dollar each! LOVE!
I filled the two vases with glittery snowflakes and several of the ornaments to carry the gold down to eye-level.
Between the two urns, I used this rustic bread tray filled with mercury glass votives. The tray is sentimental to me because it was the last Christmas gift I received from one of my dearest friends. I try to incorporate it every holiday. When something has sentimental value, it always fits.
I found these precious silver glittered birds that echoed the birds that are nestled among the branches. 
Among the branches, I scattered a collection of gold and silver ornaments I found at Target and Wal- Mart. The collection includes glass bells, birds, gilded leaves, sunbursts, stars. I also added antique chandelier prisms to scatter light. New prisms can be purchased in the lighting department of any home supply store.
During the day the sparkle in this catches the sunlight. At night, by candlelight and the glow of the christmas tree, this simple arrangement makes for one enchanted evening. Now, let it snow!
Merry Christmas, Y’all.
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