DIY Cardboard Fireplace! (Cozy Christmas Decor Piece)

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

“Chestnuts roasting on an open fire!”…….Just don’t roast any chestnuts in this fireplace for obvious reasons hehe! 🔥 😂 Hope you guys enjoy this tutorial! Tag me on Instagram if you decide to make a fireplace of your own!

[@SoniaJbrt]

Very beautiful. Gave me an idea. I already have a closed up fireplace with a built-in heater that doesn't work. The pillars are painted white. I'm going to put some cardboard in the opening to cover the broken heater and paint the pillars and make a beautiful fake fireplace.

[@dadyarusski4594]

Totally beautiful, it looks like real marble…I have to watch this video again, because this is so awesome🎄💕✨

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Oh, thank you! I appreciate your compliments!

[@vanivee3931]

This has got to be the most thorough, straight to the point and easy to understand video I have ever seen. Thank you for this!!!!

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you for your kind feedback! :) I do feel like my instructions in this were confusing to understand, but I'm glad you found it helpful!

[@jhenry9486]

Oh wow! That was a lot of work!!! I can’t understand HOW you were able to work with the contact paper, it looks flawless, AMAZING!!!! Beautiful!

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you for your very sweet comment! Yes, contact paper can be a real pain to work with sometimes. It did require patience in order to prevent bubbles and wrinkles, but it was worth the effort! :) Thanks again! 💕

[@Zoeyss_life]

This is so cool! I can’t wait for Christmas! Happy birthday Jesus!!!!!!!!

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Yes!! :) I really enjoy the 2 months leading up to Christmas most. There's so much joy, festivity, and pretty things to enjoy and be grateful for. ❤✨

[@grannygrunt5211]

You would never tell that that's contact paper it looks just like marble....great job!

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you!!

[@GenieCruz]

Ive been watchimg so many diy fireplace videos and youtube suggested this one. It hit the mark. Your so creative. This is gorgeous. Im definetly gonna try this!

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

That's so kind of you and thank you! There are such pretty designs that people have come up with for these cardboard fireplaces. 😊

[@gyc492]

This looks like it took so much effort 😯 It turned out so beautiful, though!

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Aw thanks! Yeah, it did take quite a lot of time - mostly because I had no idea what I was doing initially. 😂 I tried to figure it out as I went along. Thank you for saying it turned out beautiful! 💕

[@HammyTime]

Ooh I love this! Great idea! It looks amazing. The marble and tile contact paper work great together. It looks like something from HGTV. You’ve inspired me to take an antique fireplace mantle I’ve have for years and make a faux fire place. I love the battery operated candles. That’s a perfect place for them. I’m not sure when I can do it but it’s definitely going on my list :)

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Reading your comment made me so happy! I'm glad you are feeling inspired to make a faux fire place with your antique mantle, and I bet whatever you come up with will be gorgeous! You are already such a creative person when it comes to making things for your cage themes. I know this will be no different and no less stunning once you are done. 😍 I'd love to see it! Thanks for your comment!

[@DNLDVID]

the whole F/P vignette is very pretty!

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you very much Jodie! 💕 So sweet of you to say!

[@ValeriesZoo]

This turned out beautiful! Perfect for the holidays but honestly I would probably keep this up year round! I love how you decorated it too!

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Aw thanks Valerie! Yes you're right that it could be left up all year long and just decorated differently! Maybe I will do that. 😊 Thanks for your sweet comment!

[@alphafementitymgr9417]

Do you have a list of everything you used for this project I'm moving into a new. Home I would love to make 2 of these

[@tamikajordan5222]

I love this!!

[@TheFalanBlake]

I’m so glad to see this! I had been looking for a card board version I’m doing one for my bedroom and one for my living room

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

That sounds awesome! I wish you much success with building it! :) I'd LOVE to see how it turns out if you do!

[@womanofgod7812]

💗💗 *LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT!!! SOOO GLAD YOU SHARED THIS!!! THANKS & IT'S SOOO BEAUTIFUL!!! GOD BLESS YOU* 💗💗

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Such a sweet comment! Thank you and I hope you had a wonderful Christmas!

[@yvonneoliver4564]

Beautiful hun...

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you so much! 💗

[@MsNieshaBean]

I absolutely love this! You explained this so well and I appreciate you for sharing!

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

You're so sweet and thank you! I feel like my instructions were confusing on this, but I'm happy that you understood and found it helpful. ❤😊

[@critterpaws8373]

Such a great idea and looks amazing.

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you very much Critter Paws! 😊 When I was searching online I came across some other tutorials on KZbin and they really inspired me to make one too. I wasn't sure how well it would turn out intially hehe! Hope you enjoy the rest of your Sunday! 💕

[@ShaynaSKZ_685]

This looks absolutely amazing! I'm actually trying this out for this year's Christmas. Hope it guys well 😄

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you! I hope it turns out nicely for you! 😄

[@carolynyoung934]

Beautiful work that was amazing now i want to try to make one for all yr round thanks for sharing

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

You should totally give it a try and make one for your room! :) I'm sure it will turn out beautiful! Thanks for your kind words, Carolyn!

[@hesterdavis2797]

Absolutely love it.

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you so much! :)

[@robbiepillow]

That is beautiful. You have inspired me. How did you get the lights in the back of the fireplace to shine through the cardboard? I love the way they flicker

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you so much and it makes me happy that you are feeling inspired! 😊 The lights you see bouncing off of the back panel are just from the flicker candles. They shine up slightly and reflect off of whatever you put them near. I LOVE these candles because they're incredibly realistic, but 100% safe with no fire hazard! If you're interested in getting some, here is the link from Amazon: amzn.to/34wBb41

[@uniquemoniquedesigns2897]

Beautiful fireplace. Very creative ❤️

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you very much! It was fun to build it! :)

[@reneeluerailikedesigningcr8355]

Cool craft.

[@megancrocker2234]

Hi, it came out lovely at the end. Where did you get those trees? Love the glam and glitter on them.

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you Megan! I got these trees so many years ago, but if I remember correctly, it was Hobby Lobby! :)

[@EstelleCreativeDesigns]

OMG this is creative!

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you!!

[@noodieharrilson497]

Yes I'm totally confused but it turned out beautiful I want that fire place look for this Xmas season I'm so afraid but I'm still gonna try wish me luck thanks for your tutorial ❤️

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Aw, best wishes and maybe you will come up with an even better design!

[@keedybaby9243]

This is really cute and I love ❤️ it..

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Oh thank you so much! That is sweet of you! ❤️

[@Allthingslatanya]

I really liked your tutorial 💖

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Oh, thank you! :) I hope it was of help to you!

[@janewilson9202]

IT'S BEAUTIFUL. AND GREAT IDEA 👍

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you so very much Jane! 💕🥰 Glad you liked it!

[@UnyJustAGirl]

Wow hahahaha LOL! I didnt click on this video notification because i thought this was from the "TheSorryGirls". And i thought it could wait. Just now i saw it was yours lol hahaha. I think this fireplace looks sooo beautiful! I never wouldve thought you made this! Its incredible! Where did you find the idea to make this? 😍😍 How have you been? Hope you had a good weekend!😊

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Hello!! 😊 That's funny about the notification and I have never heard of "TheSorryGirls" channel before, but do they do a lot of DIY videos? I will have to look them up! Thank you so much for your compliments! Last year when I really wanted a fireplace, I came across a video from a channel called "Isa's World" where she made one out of cardboard. I thought to myself, "That sounds too difficult and I wouldn't be able to make one that looks as nice as hers!" These past few weeks I got thinking about Christmas and how pretty it would be to have one, so I remembered the tutorial and looked up other ideas for cardboard fireplaces. It just sort of came together and I'm honestly surprised about it! I'm not much of a DIY person hehe. 💕 Thank you again! I have had a great weekend and have been so busy and immersed in various filming projects. It's a great feeling. How are you doing lately? Have you done anything fun recently? :)

[@UnyJustAGirl]

@@HoppinglyEverAfter yes they do a lot of DIY videos! You should definitely check them out! ❤ Im super excited for christmas as well! My boyfriend is coming over for 4 whole weeks! He lives in the Netherlands, so he has to go with a plane to get to me!😅 I cant wait to see him and hold him tight!😍🥰

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Awwww that's so sweet!! ❤ ❤ I am happy for you and hope you have a nice visit with him! :)

[@andreamasonthequeenscourt9141]

Absolutely beautiful, TSMFS 💖👸🏾🎄😀

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you very much! :)

[@zakeiraenchantress9602]

I’m trying this today thank you

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

You're welcome and I hope it turns out well for you! :)

[@rhondaeaton4708]

Very helpful, thank you

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Of course! :) Thanks!

[@susanpeterson9558]

Three thumbs up!!!

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you so much Susan!

[@nilimaR]

Wow 😳 ! That’s amazing. You did a pretty good job 👍 👏👏. Really outstanding 👏👏. By the way, where did you get the big cardboard and what was the size?

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you so much for your nice compliments! The big trifold cardboard display came from Walmart, in the school supplies section, and the dimensions are listed at 1:24 in the video. :)

[@moonwatcher9014]

Making fireplace of your for winter and a cardboard tv some how.

[@nancybaker4334]

Good job I really like it

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you so much Nancy!

[@britneygilbert4944]

Love it

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Oh, thank you! :)

[@chalettedorsey5989]

Wow I want to make one for the exact same reason just to take Christmas photos by so you have just inspired me to do so thank you

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

That's sounds fun and I hope it goes well when you make one! :) Glad you are feeling inspired! That's the best feeling!

[@dennythebudgie]

I always wanted to have fireplace 😢

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

They are really nice, aren't they? Now you can sorta have one...or at least one that looks like it lol! :)

[@dennythebudgie]

I need cardboard 🤣

[@kstu3755]

wooooooow

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you! :)

[@hamztergurltv3299]

Can you tell me how much it costed =)

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Hi! Let me try to figure it out and I'll get back to you! :)

[@hamztergurltv3299]

@@HoppinglyEverAfter thank you 😊

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Hello again! I believe this would cost around $25-$30 to make, depending on what supplies you already have and if you do the 2 layers of contact paper vs. 1 layer. I think it actually cost me a bit less since some of the items I already had at home and didn't have to specifically buy them. Regardless, it's a good deal considering most fireplaces start at around $200+ and can go up to $700+! :) Hope this helps!

[@hamztergurltv3299]

@@HoppinglyEverAfter thank you 😊!

[@busicuitandmunckinthehammy6649]

Ty for saying that you cant use real candles i was gonna do that😂

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

😂😂😂

[@jackiepage6760]

Hi HoppingHammy how are you doing today fine I hope, You have out done yourself this time. I really thought that you had a new fire place in. And you are so creative I am so not creative, can you come round and do mine please. It looks really nice though. I think I really have to watch this video again. I really hope that you are doing well too. I'm really doing well too. Beauty and Ginny are doing well too. Well Ginny has to go to the vet's office on Thursday she has to be sedated or she would bite and scratch them she's very naughty. She's going because were seeing if the new meds are working or not. Well take real good care of yourself and lots of love from Jackie Beauty and Ginny bye for now love Jackie xxxx

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you Jackie and I'm so happy to hear from you! I was hoping you were okay and that Beauty and Ginny were okay too. Very pleased to hear they are doing well and I hope you are able to get a good report back from the vet's office, once Ginny has her appointment! I certainly remember how stressful that vet appointments can be with an animal who tries to bite. My dog didn't like going either. Take good care of yourself too and blessings on your week! 💕

[@jackiepage6760]

Thanks so much for your sweet words bye for now love Jackie xxxx

[@de-asher7019]

The finish product is beautiful... but your video is confusing lol great jod tho

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Aw I'm sorry! I am not very good at doing tutorials or explaining things like this. 🙈❤

[@creampuff9934]

So awesome. Love it.

[@HoppinglyEverAfter]

Thank you very much, Veronika! :)