Many Happy Returns(5)

Many Happy Returns

Greenery on mantel corners - Use 18-inch boxwood wreaths cut to create half circles.

Mantel garlands - Kumquat and cranberry garlands are strung on fishing line and braided. The garlands are anchored at the corners by a solid weight concealed in greenery and pepperberries.

Mantel cups - Fill silver julep cups with orchids, roses, or gloriosa lilies.