The tree is my favorite part, but rounding up in second place is my mantle. Our mantle has a rustic feel with a shiplap back. It's easily the best to decorate since it's such a focal point in our family room. I love seeing how others decorate theirs for the holidays on Pinterest. I always end up seeing something placed a certain way, or used in an unexpected way, that gets me so excited to try something new every year. I'll be sharing a holiday house tour next week, but to hold you over until then, I've rounded up the best 20 gorgeous holiday ideas that I've come across this season. How do you choose to decorate for the holidays? Do you get carried away like me or are you more of a simple chick? I'd love to know in the comments below! And don't forget to finish your holiday shopping with our 2016 Holiday Gift Guide and enter to win over $1000 worth of prizes from some of the featured shops involved.

- White And Silver Deer Themed Christmas Mantel from mom4real.com
- Rustic Woodland Christmas Mantel from cherishedbliss.com
- Modern Aqua Christmas Mantel from theshabbycreekcottage.com
- Traditional Christmas Mantel from positivelysplendid.com
- Vintage Rustic Christmas Mantel from attagirlsays.com
- Rustic Christmas Mantel Decor from cherishedbliss.com
- Natural Glam Christmas Mantel from simplydesigning.porch.com
- My Christmas Mantel from cherishedbliss.com
- Christmas Mantel Decorating Tips from theshabbycreekcottage.com
- Christmas Mantle from bloominghomestead.com
- Cozy Christmas Mantel from cherishedbliss.com
- Christmas In July: DIY Stocking Holder from modelbehaviors.com
- Mylar Pom-Pom Garland from abeautifulmess.com
- Cheers! Light Box Marquee DIY from abeautifulmess.com
- Giant DIY Christmas Wreath from homemadeginger.com
- DIY Faux Fireplace & Mantel from petitepartystudio.com
- DIY Tinsel Typography Christmas Stockings from theproperblog.com
- DIY Scandinavian Tree Garland from athomeinlove.com
- DIY Merry Sign from homeyohmy.com
- Fireplace Mantel Christmas Decor from oheverythinghandmade.com
