Before you being “bah-humbuging” about your holiday decor, consider one of these decorating alternatives when you lack a traditional fireplace and mantle.

  1. Let stockings stand alone.
  2. Make any surface decoration-ready.
  3. Enlist the bedpost.
  4. Borrow a little bookcase space.
  5. Make a makeshift mantle.
  6. Double-duty decor.
  7. Light it up.

What can I use to hang my stockings on brick?

Simply drill into the mortar and follow up with a screw through a decorative hanger , such as a cup holder used in the kitchen. There also are brick hangers available at your local home improvement store that also gets clamped into the mortar.

How do you hang stockings on a fireplace without a mantle?

11 Ways to Hang Christmas Stockings Without a Mantel

  1. Staircase Railing. A staircase is a common focal point for Christmas decorations.
  2. Hang from Garland. Hang the Christmas stockings from a garland with ornament hooks.
  3. Bookcase.
  4. Shelves.
  5. Stocking Holders and Stands.
  6. Fireplace Screen.
  7. Tinsel Line.
  8. Plaque With Hooks.

How do you hang stockings on brick without drilling holes?

A: Devices called brick clips or brick hangers allow people to hang pictures, mirrors and other objects on walls without drilling into the brick. Two examples are Brick Clips by a company called Tuopu (10 for $14.99 on Amazon) and OOK Brick Hangers (two for $2.48 at Home Depot).

How do I hang garland on my mantle?

  1. Step 1: Gather your mantel decorations.
  2. Step 2: Clean the mantel.
  3. Step 3: Affix Command hooks to the mantel.
  4. Step 4: Lay the garland on the mantel to determine length.
  5. Step 5: Wire multiple garlands together.
  6. Step 6: Secure the garland to the Command hooks.
  7. Step 7: Fluff out the garland.
  8. Step 8: Add in branches and sprays.

Where are the best places to hang stockings?

Step up the Christmas vibes by hanging stockings from the handrail of your staircase. Add garland and lights to make your stairwell extra-spirited. We love the simplicity and organic feel of this repurposed branch.

What’s the best way to hang stockings on a mantel?

A few stocking hangers transform an everyday furniture piece into an impromptu mantel. Surround it with seasonal décor for a cozy and casual vibe. This clever DIY build is a smart solution for large families. Add as many hooks as you need to ensure everyone has a spot for their stocking. See the tutorial at Dukes & Duchesses.

Where to hang stockings on a tin roof?

All you need is a little ribbon to put stockings on display. Hang them with your drapes in front of your windows or install a new curtain rod anywhere you like in your space. See more of this look at Rain on a Tin Roof.