Easter is here with us again and hopefuly you have it all planned out. This season presents a great opportunity for families and friends to get together either at home or at some cozy getaway. Naturally the more travel minded have spent the last week or so making arrangements and possibly the destination is all set, complete with an itinerary that promises their desired easter experience.
If you are less inclined to travel or you are hoping to spend this season at home unwinding, then your easter can be all the more fun and memorable if you spend time to set the mood right by engaging in alittle décor.
In our part of the world, April is synonimous with rain and cold weather. A lot of people spend considerable effort trying to keep warm. This naturally reduces the amount of outdoor activity, confining many to their homes. If you are blessed to have a built fire place in your home then its defintely going to come in handy. Huddling around a well decorated fireplace can add to the charm and spirit of Easter in addition to providing the much needed warmth. Let’s now look at a few ideas for decorating your fireplace for Easter.
From a design point of view, a fireplace can be an alluring focal point in your living room. The mantel piece and the wall above it provide an inviting platform to showcase art pieces, family photos or even mementos in varous colours and forms. Commonly used items for mantel decoration include: potraits, paintings, porcelein pieces, flowers, candle sticks and mirrors. These items placed either symmetrically or asymmetrically can create a beatiful charming blend. Here are some Easter themed mantel pieces to inspire you on how to use textured wall paint and lighting to enhance the warm ambiance for the season.
So, whether you end up hosting guest over Easter or catching up on missed episodes of your favourite TV series, a creatively decorated fireplace will definitely positively add to the whole experience.
Happy Easter!
