12 Creative Fall Mantels

Did you know that Fall used to be called Harvest (remember that in case you’re on Jeopardy one day). It’s my favorite season so today, I’m sharing a dozen super creative fall mantels. You’ll find everything from neutral style to a riot of color to extreme minimalism to over the top excess to vintage finds to DIY creations and everything in between. So grab a cup of pumpkin spice latte and get ready for some fall decorating inspiration.

Before we start, I excited to let you know that I’m heading off on a European river cruise in a few days and I’ll be sharing lots of pics so be sure to follow me on Instagram here.

This rustic wood mantel is incredible enough on its own but when topped with a mix of wood, wheat, pampas grass and pumpkins, it becomes a warm fall mantel.

Rustic Wood Mantel

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If you can’t buy it, make it! How fun is this dried flower installation. It’s hard to tell from the photo but it’s HUGE! Don’t miss her tutorial on how to make one. I also love the pile of pumpkins in the fireplace and the stacked logs underneath.

Dried Flower Hanging Mantel

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This mantel brimming with apples is the essence of simplicity while demonstrating how gathering a lot of little things together can make a huge statement.

Apple Fall Mantel

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I love chalk art and these colorful fall leaves are beautiful set against a backdrop of a few leaves snipped from the yard.

Leaf Art Mantel

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I love the drama of the black fireplace and green shiplap as the backdrop to this creative way to display a pumpkin. You also don’t want to miss how Doreen upcycled the most beautiful old headboard in her fall home tour.

Pumpkin Bowl Fall Mantel 

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It’s all about the layers on this mantel where a simple butcher paper scroll is the focal point.

Paper Scroll Mantel

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Wow! I bet this one stopped you in your tracks! I love how Jennifer shows off her colorful personality and isn’t afraid to paint all the things!

Colorful Painted Pumpkin Mantel

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This minimal mantel shows that you can create drama with one large scale thing like these branches in a simple black vase.

Minimal Mantel

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Create your own wreath to reflect your personal style like this floral beauty.

Floral Wreath Mantel

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The patina from the old flower pots set against a vintage mirror is stunning and the color scheme flows down to the collection of old amber bottles on the coffee table.

Terra Cotta Pot Mantel

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Who needs pumpkins when you can decorate your fall mantel with a beautiful trailing plant.

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Jamie pressed leaves from her yard to create this creative display.

Pressed Leaves Mantel

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Let’s not forget my fall mantel complete with a handmade dried hydrangea wreath.

Hydrangea Wreath Mantel

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6 Comments

  1. Hello! For me, the best is with a black fireplace and pumpkin! Beautiful color contrast! I’m sure it will get inspired! Thank you!

  2. Thanks for sharing my rustic wood mantel!! Would love if you could tag me as well so others know it’s mine! Appreciate that so
    Much thank you !!

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