Elevate Your Everyday Table Setting for Christmas
The holiday season is all about gathering with loved ones, sharing meals, and creating lasting memories. The Christmas table is often at the heart of it all. Decorating your table doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. My curated Christmas collection and tips will keep it simple yet elegant just by adding a few decorations to your everyday table setting.
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Christmas Table Setting Ideas
Adding simple decorations can elevate your table settings during the Christmas season. These will work with a rectangular or round table:
- For an easy Christmas centerpiece, use candlesticks and candles you already own, but add Christmas decor such as faux garlands and miniature trees to bring in the holiday spirit.
- Start by setting your table with essential dinnerware, and switch out your placemat, charger, or salad plate to match the season.
- Use everyday glasses and stemware, but add a color or patterned napkin to match this year’s Christmas decor.
These three simple changes will create an elegant and classy atmosphere, perfect for entertaining guests this holiday season.
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Simple Table Decorations to Try This Christmas
This collection of simple Christmas decorations is available at reasonable prices on Amazon. You can also use similar pieces from your home or try shopping for them at a local flea market for budget-friendly finds.
1. Metallic Gold Charger Plates
Available in various colors, these lovely metallic charger plates come in a package of six.
They will beautifully showcase your plate setting for the holidays!
2. Aforal Reach Touch Norfolk Pine Garland
This realistic garland would look beautiful streamed down the center of your table as a Christmas decoration.
Pair it with a pretty tablecloth or runner to soften the look.
3. Gold Taper Candle Holders
Adding taper candle holders is a must, and these pretty gold candlestick holders are simple yet elegant.
They will add a beautiful ambiance to any table setting.
4. Tapered Candles
If you add candle holders, you need white candles!
White taper candles are simple yet beautiful, but you can also try ivory, green, red, brown, or taupe colors.
5. Wooden Christmas Trees
I purchased these wooden trees in an antique finish, which is no longer available, but the white or gold versions are just as pretty.
It is a great decor piece for anyone who wants to add elegance to their table setting. Plus, they’re the perfect addition to any room at Christmas, so you can easily use them for many years.
6. Unique Salad Plates
Adding a unique salad plate with intricate details or a pattern will add beautiful charm to your dining table.
I love these white plates with a subtle design that gives them character.
7. Stainless Steel Silverware
I purchased this gold-plated stainless steel silverware set a couple of years ago.
Its timeless design and gold accents always give your table that touch of elegance.
8. Wine Glasses
Wine glasses are a dining essential and will be used for years.
Limit your wine glasses to one set to save space and money; these are an excellent option for both red and white wine.
9. Water Glasses
Like wine glasses, use your everyday water glasses when creating a tablescape.
I love the rounded bottoms of these Libbey water glasses.
10. Cloth Napkins
Add holiday-themed cloth napkins to each table setting, styled with a simple fold or knot.
This type of Christmas decoration will give the table styling a finished touch.
11. Holiday Serving Pieces
Having at least one serving piece specific to the holidays is nice. This plate and spreader set from Mud Pie is just what I’m talking about!
Try adding holiday serving pieces to your table at your next Christmas dinner party.
Quick and Easy Last-Minute Tips
Sometimes, the holiday season catches up with us, and decorating your Christmas dinner table may be one of the last things on your list.
With some creativity and a few items you likely already have around the house, you can quickly put together an easy holiday table.
1. Use Fairy Lights for a Magical Glow
Fairy lights instantly create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Drape a strand of white or soft yellow fairy lights down the center of the table or weave them around your centerpiece. The soft glow will add a magical touch to your table.
2. Repurpose Christmas Tree Ornaments
If you’re short on time, grab a few ornaments from your tree and scatter them across the dining room table for instant decoration. Group similar colors, or I have also placed ornaments in a decorative bowl as a simple centerpiece.
3. Bring Nature Indoors
Nature offers us tons of last-minute decoration ideas. Gather pine cones, sprigs of evergreen branches, holly branches, or even cinnamon sticks. Arrange these down the center of your table or around the place settings for a rustic, organic look.
4. Dress Up Basic White Plates
You can add holiday charm with just a few small touches if you have white dishes. Tie a ribbon or twine around napkins, and tuck a small sprig of rosemary, faux greenery, or candy canes into the fold.
5. Candles for Instant Elegance
Candles are the ultimate quick fix for creating a cozy, intimate atmosphere. Group pillar candles of varying heights in the center of your table, or use small votive candles at each place setting.
6. Simple Folded Napkins
Fold napkins into an easy but beautiful shape like fans. Even a basic napkin folded into a neat rectangle with a small embellishment (like a piece of greenery or an ornament) can transform the look of your table.
7. Turn Leftover Wrapping Paper into a Table Runner
If you’re in a pinch for a Christmas table runner, leftover holiday wrapping paper can be your best friend! Cut a strip of wrapping paper to lay down the center of the table, giving it an instant pop of color and pattern. You can choose a design that matches your decor, whether traditional Christmas colors or something modern or neutral.
8. Personalize with Gift Tags
Grab a few extra gift tags if you don’t have place cards handy! Write your guests’ names on them and tie them to napkins, wine glasses, or small ornaments for personalized placeholders. Gift tags used as place cards add a charming, personal touch to the table without much effort.
Christmas Table Setting Ideas
Christmas is the perfect time of year to get creative when setting the table for guests. You will be surprised how many decorations you can use around your home to make your dinner celebration a little more special.
If you need ideas, I hope this list of Christmas table decorations and ideas was helpful and that you can start thinking about implementing simple Christmas table decorations into your home. Leave a comment below to let me know how you make out!
Hey there, I’m Cheryl
I’m a proud mom, wife, business professional, and Maritimer who loves decorating and organization. From daily essentials to interior design, join me as I share my next project, plan, or tutorial. Using simple planning and organization strategies, I love to help folks like you bring more beauty and harmony into your lives and living spaces.
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