When you think of holiday memories, where do they gather?
For so many of our clients in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Phoenix, it’s the mantel. It’s where stockings are hung with care. Where childhood photos still remain in silver frames. Where the room glows soft and golden as carols play and the sweet scent of cookies drifting from the kitchen.
At Margie Mae’s Holiday Decor, we don’t just decorate mantels. We help families honor what matters most—with a look that’s layered, luminous, and full of meaning.
Welcome to the Memory Mantel™—a new kind of holiday tradition.
A Story in Every Garland
Our exclusive Memory Mantel™ approach turns your fireplace into a gallery of warmth, heritage, and celebration.
We begin with lush, pre-lit Grand Mixed Noble Fir garland. Then we build in storytelling elements that make it yours:
- Framed holiday recipes passed down through generations
- Stockings labeled with grandkids’ names and birth years
- Custom-scripted signs like “Still Believing” or “Christmas at the Andersons”
- Mini memory boxes that hold notes to Santa or family photos from decades past
It’s more than décor. It’s a sentimental centerpiece for your season.
“We had a letter our son wrote to Santa in 1992—it was tucked in a drawer. Margie Mae’s framed it above our mantel. Not one guest made it through Christmas without tearing up.”
— Paradise Valley Client
Introducing: Our 2025 Mantel Collections
We’ve designed three exclusive mantel looks for this year’s Memory Mantel™ installations. Each tells its own beautiful story.
Heirloom Hearth
Antique gold accents, embroidered ribbon, soft white lighting, and framed family monograms. Perfect for homes with classic furnishings and rich holiday traditions.
Musical Magic
Features vintage sheet music scrolls, metallic nutcrackers, and a curated palette of gold and emerald. Designed to echo laughter, caroling, and joyful gatherings.
Silent Night
A winter-white dream with ivory ornaments, frosted pinecones, gold tea leaf sprays, and a scripted “Peace on Earth” banner. Minimalist and breathtaking.
Each is finished with warm LED mini lights and custom detailing for your mantel’s proportions and home style.
Real Story: “We Wanted the Grandkids to Feel the Magic”
One Phoenix couple called with a specific wish:
“We want our grandkids to walk in and feel the traditions. Something special. Something they’ll always remember.”
Our team created a layered garland in the Musical Magic style, then added five custom nutcracker picks—each personalized with a grandchild’s name and favorite instrument. Above it, a family photo from 1978. Beside it, a framed score of Silent Night.
“They walked in. They saw their names. They asked questions. They lingered with excitement. That mantel became the moment.”
No Work, All Wonder
Of course, it’s not just the look, it’s the ease.
With Margie Mae’s Holiday Decor, you don’t lift a finger. Our interior decorating service includes:
- Personal design consultation
- Custom styling based on your home, family, and holiday memories
- All décor elements provided (garlands, ornaments, signage, ribbon, etc.)
- Professional installation and takedown
- Secure offsite storage in climate-controlled facilities
We design. We install. We store. You enjoy every moment.
Complement Your Mantel with Pre-Decorated Garland
Looking to coordinate your look throughout the home? We now offer three exclusive Pre-Decorated Garland Packages, perfect for mantels, stairs, and entryways:
Traditional Tidings
Gold, red, and burgundy ornaments with velvet ribbon. Regal and timeless.
Elegant Metallics
Silver, gold, and ivory ornaments and accents. Understated glamour.
Classic Christmas
Red, green, and gold ornaments with gold tea leaf sprays. Joyful and bold.
Each style is crafted on our Grand Mixed Noble Fir base and pre-lit with warm white LED mini lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Memory Mantel™?
A: Our signature Memory Mantel™ is a custom-designed holiday fireplace display that incorporates your family’s history into the décor—framed letters, monograms, photos, and ornaments—layered with lush garland and designer styling.
Do you decorate mantels and fireplaces in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley homes?
A: Yes, we specialize in luxury interior holiday decorating, including mantels, staircases, trees, and full-room styling in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Phoenix.
Can I choose a mantel style that matches my interior design?
A: Absolutely. We offer multiple curated looks—Heirloom Hearth, Musical Magic, Silent Night—or we can build a custom design based on your existing furnishings and color palette.
Do I need to provide any materials or ornaments?
A: No. All garlands, ornaments, signage, and decorative elements are provided, installed, removed, and stored by Margie Mae’s. We do not use client-owned items, but we’ll gladly incorporate your stories through custom-created pieces.
How do I get started?
A: Simply book a consultation and we’ll guide you through the process. Whether you’re local or out of town, our team handles every detail with care.
About the Author
Holly shares expert insights from the world of luxury holiday décor. As the voice of Margie Mae’s Holiday Decor, she brings timeless tradition, joyful design, and festive inspiration to homes across Scottsdale and Paradise Valley—one beautifully lit wreath, tree, and garland at a time.
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