The prettiest sights to see this holiday season are beyond your own front door. Without parties and travel filling your schedule, you can focus on holiday decorating. By now, you’ve decked your halls and hung your stockings, but have you set your table? Even though you won’t be hosting your typical holiday dinners this year, you still want your holiday table to look and feel special.
Here are five of our favorite holiday tablescape ideas:
Gold Accents and Florals
You can’t go wrong with metallic finishes around the holidays. First, set gold chargers and utensils in front of each seat. Then, top your chargers with a white dinner plate and gold salad plate. This layering adds texture and interest to each seating arrangement. Place a neutral vase in the center of your table and fill it with white flowers for a simple, classic look. You can also add gold candle holders on either side of your centerpiece.
Pine Sprig Runners
Instead of your usual cloth table runner, lay pine sprigs down the center of your table. Place small white tea lights throughout the greenery that you can light for ambiance. Then, you can add white bottle brush trees to the display, spacing them evenly. This tablescape is ideal for homeowners who want a subtle but festive centerpiece.
Pops of Plaid
One of the most trendy patterns of the holiday season is red plaid. As a full tablecloth, the design can be overwhelming to some. In that case, place a plaid table runner down the center of your table. From there, you can add pine sprigs, pinecones, and gold candles. If you’re a fan of rustic or farm style home design, this idea is perfect for you.
Center of Attention
You don’t need to have decor along the length of your table if you don’t want to. A show-stopping centerpiece can be just as effective. If you want something simple, a large poinsettia is a no brainer. If you want to do something a little different, get a large glass vase and fill it with Christmas ball ornaments. You can also take a glass vase and spray paint half of it white to give it a snowy appearance. Then you can fill the inside with greenery or a candle.
All Lit Up
Nothing sets the mood quite like candlelight. Consider placing different sized candle holders down the center of your table. You can lay greenery around them or incorporate other holiday figures to amp up its festiveness. You can also use lanterns to your advantage. Place a bare-branched tree in the center of your table. Then you can flank the sides with the lamps. Use solar or battery-powered candles inside if you don’t want to worry about actual flames.
Whether you’re eating alone or with your immediate family, make sure your table is set for the season. Holiday tablescapes not only look beautiful, but they can evoke feelings of warmth and happiness. If you’re unsure how to create a stunning holiday tablescape, Posh Home Designs can help. Contact us today at 248-906-9300 to schedule your complimentary initial consultation.
