Whether you are dining alone, as a couple, or with a small group of friends or family, we have the best Christmas table decor ideas to help get you started. Setting a beautiful table will help you to celebrate the magic of the season. Christmas dinner may look a little different this year, but we still wanted to help inspire you with some ideas to lift your spirits and make your celebrations feel special.
Christmas is a magical season, a unique opportunity to spend time with the people we love the most. Preparation is one of the most important points to ensure the success of the evening. The key to any tablescape is to select beautiful, sophisticated, or handmade accessories, depending on your style, and prepare for dinner alone, with guests, or maybe even through a screen — in case you decide to meet with the family on Zoom or Skype.
Whether or not it is a virtual celebration (a festive backdrop will look great on your computer screen), you are going to need flower arrangements, scented candles, an elegant tablecloth, and some stylish pieces to create a beautiful setting, worthy of being photographed on your Instagram, and toast to the holiday season!
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1. A Table In Gray And Gold. This table features touches of warm gray, wood, and gold details. A linen tablecloth covers the table, complemented by tableware with an artisan look and stoneware that is heat-resistant. For the centerpiece, a branch of natural fir and intersperse with golden chandeliers, crystal, and candles of varying sizes. For the finishing touch — Christmas ornaments and angel wings. (via El Mueble)
2. Neutral Christmas Table Decor. This stunning table is decked out with a collection of amazing scented candles from @antiquecandleco_. Fresh eucalyptus has been added to the faux garlands to make them really pop. The mantel is made from two salvaged corbels and some reclaimed barn wood. (via @fancyfixdecor)
3. Farmhouse Table Setting. Ceder branch placements can be found at Kirkland’s (Terrain has boxwood placemats), while the tall candlesticks are from Target. A layering of plates at each table setting will ensure your guests have everything they need. The reindeer plates are from Hobby Lobby. FYI: The paint color on the wall is Sherwin-Williams Mindful Gray. (via @favoredfarmhouse)
4. Holiday Greens. This holiday-decorated table keeps things simple with garland and pomegranates (red ornaments could also be used). Two pieces of garland are used for the centerpiece of this table, sourced from @hobbylobby. Overhead, the Distressed Orb Chandelier is from @decorsteals. The flocked Christmas tree in the corner is from @hobbylobby. (via @sweetsouthernlilly)
5. Home For Christmas. This beautiful Christmas table has a home for the holidays feel. The red chunky blanket with the pom poms steals the show on this holiday-decorated table, sourced from @becozi. Garland is used for the table centerpiece, while pine branches adorn the chandelier overhead. A cake stand is adorned with greens and berries in the center of the table. The Christmas tree is from Walmart. (via @bridgewaydesigns)
6. Rustic Meets Elegant. This holiday table is inviting, symmetrical, classic, warm, and elegant. The custom table by @simplyrusticri features a stain of 50/50 mix of dark walnut and classic grey from @minwaxusa. Accenting either side of the room are 7.5 feet tall flocked Christmas trees topped with stars. (via @ourthankfulhome)
7. A Table Dressed In Red With Rustic Touches. This Nordic-mountain style tablescape features tableware with red touches combined with rattan placemats. For the finishing touch, Christmas decorations are tied to the chairs. Here, wooden reindeers are attached to twine and topped with a fir twig and white paniculata. (via El Mueble)
8. Decorate Napkins With DIY Details. Personalize your place settings by starting with the napkins. Each diner can have their name at their spot using DIY Christmas crafts. Here, leftover gift wrapping paper was used to make paper stars, attached to the napkins with small pliers. (via El Mueble)
9. Casual Yet Elegant Tablescape. This wintry table features a Rowan Table Runner from @crudenewyork. At the center of the table, small trees in burlap sacks and lanterns for a romantic dinnertime ambiance. The dining table and “Merry Christmas” sign are from @wintonfarmshomedecor. FYI: The paint color on the walls is Agreeable Gray SW 7029 – Sherwin-Williams, while the front door is Midnight Blue 1638 | Benjamin Moore. (via @ourwintonhome)
10. Elegant Holiday Table. When decorating your holiday table, don’t forget to add some finishing touches with your chairs. The stunning Quatrefoil Antiqued Mirror and the holiday chair wreaths can be found at ReFresh Home. You could DIY your own chair wreaths with small wreaths and ribbon from your local craft store. The dining chairs are painted, reupholstered vintage chairs found at a flea market. FYI: The stunning wall finish is a custom multi-layer plaster faux finish by @bellatucker. (via @refreshhome)
11. Nutcracker Themed Christmas Dinner. This beautiful tablescape takes the dinner party outside! All of the table decorations can be found at your local craft stores, Target, Walmart, etc. The wooden centerpiece is filled with dried eucalyptus with Christmas ornaments. Hanging above, 19 quilted crystal 8 oz. jelly jars (mason jars) suspended with jute twine on a manila twist rope. Don’t forget the votive candles for ambiance! Get the full tutorial at My 100 Year Old Home. (via @my100yearoldhome)
12. Gorgeous Holiday Tablescape. A neutral palette for the table runner and dishes helps to not detract from the red and green of the fresh garland mixed with the hydrangeas. The fresh hydrangeas on the table are sourced from @petaldriven. Taper candles add some holiday sparkle to your table. (via @mytexashouse)
13. Natural Table Runner. A classic white linen tablecloth, blue-gray placemats, and touches of gold and green are the key to this picture-perfect Christmas table. (via El Mueble)
14. Simple, Yet Elegant Christmas Table Decor. This beautiful table setting features red accents. Hand-carved candle holders set the ambiance, intermingled with fresh greenery scavenged from the yard and twinkle lights. Gold silverware and simple white plates are set atop wood chargers. (via Hallstrom Home)
15. Winter On The Table. For this table centerpiece, a rustic wooden surface is decorated with white candles, pinecones, winter fruits, bells, and balls. Dress the candles in colored wool. You will have a rustic and warm centerpiece. (via El Mueble)
16. Simple Christmas Tablescape. This simple table decor features a garland and a wreath from Balsam Hill. The wreath was hung upside down from the chandelier using craft wire. You can copy this look by sources your faux greens from any local craft store. For the centerpiece garland, layer in taper candles for some holiday ambiance. (via Liz Marie Galvin)
17. Mix Dishes And Glassware. If the dishes and glassware have a common tone and even if they are of different styles, they will look great together. Here, red is the theme, which also splashes onto the tablecloth. (via El Mueble)
18. Happy Holiday Table. Set the perfect scene for your holiday table with tableware and decorations. If your dishes are white, add color and pattern with bright linens, festive glassware candlesticks, and beautiful centerpieces. Add a touch of greenery to your chandelier and don’t forget to add some wreaths to the back of your dining chairs! (via Williams Sonoma Blog)
19. Simple Tablescape. This table began with the cool plaid plates found at HomeGoods. For the tablecloth, the striped fabric (two yards) was found at IKEA. The centerpiece features fresh garland from Trader Joe’s adorned with a few pomegranates and dollar store gift boxes. For the place cards, pine branches collected from a local tree lot were tied to ornaments. Each person’s name is written on the ornament, which doubles as a keepsake! (via Oscar Bravo Home)
20. A Paper Menu For Your Festive Table. Make a simple and truly original table ornament from strips of paper. Use graphic and elegant, typography on your menu card. This DIY, homemade touch is a simple pleasure for guests to discover on the table. Use the handcrafted paper menu as a napkin ring for your utensils and add a simple pine bough for a natural touch. (via Marie Claire Idees)
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