Place cards, festive napkins and special dinnerware help set the scene for a holiday meal, but the centrepiece is the real showstopper of your table.
So once you set the menu for the holiday feast, you’ll want to think about décor because the right atmosphere will make your Christmas goose taste even better.
Here’s where you’ll find all the DIY inspiration you need for your prettiest, most festive table yet.
1. Go classic with red carnations
Styled by Sara Rodrigues and Robert Rufino for House Beautiful, this festive Christmas brunch table is easier to create than it looks. Pair grocery store carnations with tartan patterns, cinnamon candy, classic holiday motifs and a pattern-packed tablecloth.
2. Set it aglow with string lights
What’s more Christmas-y than string lights? They don’t only belong on the tree, either.
3. Use feathers
Layer on all the patterns but keep things classic and sophisticated with timeless designs, like harvest motif plates, metallic accents, an orange paisley-print tablecloth and gingham napkins. Then, for the centrepiece, create an elaborate fall-hued floral arrangement. In this one styled by Robert Rufino, the feathers enhance their dramatic beauty even further
4. Lay a plaid backdrop
Use plaid blankets as a tablecloth for a grounded atmosphere, and then lay a garland down the centre of the table. Add a few tangerines for a pop of orange.
5. Use fir tree branches
Don’t underestimate the power of fresh flowers and branches. Choose green and white for a simple, neutral table, but if you want something more bold, add in reds.
6. Stagger tall vases and candles
Instead of a horizontal runner, make things interesting with several runners hung vertically across two place settings. Then spread out candlesticks and vases of similar shapes for consistency.
7. Holiday gift bags
Turn Christmas grab bags into something a bit more glam. Brush brown paper gift bags with white paint, creating a snowy scene. Stuff with pine and branches before finishing with a wrap of charm-adorned twine. Neutral, minimal, gorgeous.
8. Add unexpected colours
A metallic runner helps warm up a white dining table for the holidays. Paired with light pink candlesticks and a white, red and pink centrepiece, this table feels festive without being cheesy.
9. Mini-Christmas trees
Your Christmas tree is the centre of your home’s holiday décor, so make mini-versions the centre of your Christmas dinner table. Choose real or faux trees and place them in a wooden box. Add a cranberry garland and you’re good to go.
10. Boxwood wreaths
Instead of hanging your wreaths from doors, place mini ones on your table with glass pillars in the centre. It’s the perfect way to jazz up your candle display.
• Source: https://www.housebeautiful.com/entertaining/table-decor/g4005/christmas-centerpieces/?slide=28
