Tartan and Sparkle Holiday Mantel - DIY TutorialBy Rich's For The Home, December 3, 2022If you thought it was simple to achieve our winter wonderland mantel, you will be blown away by the ease with which you can recreate our classic tartan design.We’re not sure if there’s anything more traditional than a tartan print at Christmas (unless it’s a cozy glow from your fireplace) so we decided to hearken back to some essential Christmas details for this design.With just some holly branches (watch out for thorns) and wired tartan ribbon, you’ve got the essentials of this striking holiday look. To achieve the details for the individual pieces, read on…Deer Silhouette CanvasBelieve it or not, we created this deer silhouette canvas in about 30 minutes.We found this template online here, saved it and enlarged it to fit the size of the blank canvas we got at a craft store.Then, we cut out the silhouette, traced it on the canvas in pencil, filled it in with silver, sparkly paint, and let it dry.Yes. It’s truly that simple. We weren’t even sure it was tutorial-worthy, but since we didn’t realize how simple it would be ourselves, we thought someone else out there might need some enlightening.Chalkboard Canisters Filled with Ornaments & TinselOur chalkboard canisters that display red ornaments and tinsel were also as straightforward as a DIY can get.We taped off the shape and size of chalkboard label we wanted, covered the rest of the glass with paper to protect it, and did a few light, even coats of chalkboard spray paint. And that’s it.These are perfect to use year-round for any holiday or season. Just wipe off your chalk and print new themed words or phrases.6 Quick Steps to the Perfect BowNot being expert crafters ourselves, we have long found the perfect bow an intimidating feat. Turns out… not so tough, either. See our step-by-step breakdown below:Step 1: Cut your ribbon and lay it flat (as seen in the first image) over a piece of string or twine. Step 2: Tighten the string around the center of the ribbon. Step 3: Tie your string off. Step 4: Trim off the excess string. Step 5: Cover the string with a small scrap of ribbon if you want—just hot glue it in the back. Step 6: Hot glue your perfect bow in place.The Layered LookYou don’t always have to have a bow to make your wrapping interesting. On our other Christmas package we layered burlap, ribbon, and twine, the hot glued on cinnamon sticks and holly as an accent.We wish you the very happiest of holidays and hope good health and happiness follow you into the new year.Other tutorials in this series:Gothic Glam-Inspired Halloween Mantel DecorHow to Create a Simple, Festive Fall MantelTutorial: 3 Easy DIY Fall Mantel ProjectsHow to Transform Your Mantel to a Winter Wonderland DesignDIY Winter Mantel Décor Tutorials: Golden Magnolia Wreath and Cinnamon Stick Votive HolderRecent Articles See All Fire Dining Tables: Warmth and Ambiance Year-Round Decorating Your Outdoor RoomFire PitsOutdoor Furniture Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:November 1, 2023 It’s a great time of year to enjoy a delicious meal al fresco around a fire dining table. These tables feature a built-in fire pit in the center, which provides both warmth and ambiance. Read More 5 Advantages of Kamado Joe Grills Grills Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:October 1, 2023 5 advantages kamado-style grills have over conventional charcoal grills, PLUS two of our favorites from Kamado Joe: Classic Joe III and Big Joe III. Read More Infrared Saunas: Relax at Home from the Inside Out Saunas Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:September 1, 2023 Eight benefits of relaxing in an infrared sauna, plus our favorite saunas by Health Mate: the Enrich, Inspire, and Essential series. Read More Outdoor Lanterns Add Dramatic Elegance: Tempest Torch and Tempest Lantern Tempest Torch Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:August 1, 2023 Gas lamps dramatic elegance to outdoor spaces. Learn about Tempest Torches and Tempest Lanterns. Read More 5 Trends in Luxury Outdoor Furnishings for 2023 Outdoor Furniture Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:July 1, 2023 Create a stylish, comfortable, multi-functional outdoor oasis that you’ll love spending time in. Read More Complete Fire Pits by Fire Garden: Big, Bold, Beautiful Flames Fire Pits Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:June 1, 2023 Dreaming of a fully-assembled, weatherproof fire pit that provides cozy warmth year-round? Check out Complete Fire Pits, a new line of fire pits manufactured locally by our friends at Travis Industries. Read More