Christmas is centered around delicious food, family, love, decorating and presents – we love this time of year more than any other! It is a time of giving and receiving and making your loved ones feel special. The Christmas dinner is at the heart of all festive celebrations so if you are hosting your family and friends this year you need to be sure to set the Christmas table with beautiful lashings of festive joy. You might want a traditional angle this year with accents of pine green and bold reds or a modern theme with twig trees and minimalistic Christmas sparkles.
If you are in the need of some inspiration, then you have come to the right place. Here, Vanessa Arbuthnott has shared with us her top 7 festive Christmas dinner table ideas, so the guests remember more than the dinner on their plates!
1) Berries
This look is traditional but very effective in making a lasting impression. You can combine the festive hues with the bold red colour palette and the green leaves for a country Christmas look. A table runner would be a good start to set the scene with a berry print accompanied with foliage and classic glass lanterns. In terms of the extra accessories keep it simple in a bid not to draw attention away from the berries – so think white napkins and red candles, and maybe keep the bright tea towels in the kitchen for when you’re ready to do the dishes.
2) Baubles
Christmas isn’t just about the baubles on your tree – move them to your Christmas dinner table as the ultimate accessory. Opt for colours and designs that match your theme and crockery and place them wherever you see fit such as in the centerpiece, in glasses, place settings or in the bowls. Avoid the glittery materials directly touching the plates as this leaves behind a glittery residue!
3) Sparkles
A common link between Christmas and décor is sparkles…and lots of it! Fairy lights are used to jazz up a Christmas tree and the hallways, but have you ever thought about implementing this into you dinner table? You can use lights to highlight a focal point such as a centre piece or you can buy ornaments that have a glitter embellishment. A little sparkle around the table will spread into festive joy.
4) Nature
Nature themes are a good way to incorporate a modern theme into your Christmas dinner settings. Think green leaves and minimalistic lines to create a calm atmosphere – a quirky addition is also using a rock as a name place, simply use a metallic marker to engrave the name and your guests will be impressed with your unique and natural efforts.
5) Mini Christmas tree
Nothing says a festive joy like mini trees! Mini trees are can be easily made and then used as place settings – or you can buy miniature ones from craft shops or even card shops. If you have a real Christmas tree you can even cut branches from the back to add a personal touch to your dinner table. Go the extra mile and dress the trees with mini baubles.
6) Dark themes
If your tabletop is of a darker colour palette, instead of hiding it away, embrace it! You can create a monochrome scheme with lighter accents by combining contrasting tones such as black and white. Team this look up with simple accessories such as baby pink napkins and copper gold touches in the form of glassware.
7) Colour pop
Go for a less obvious choice this year and surprise your guests with a colour pop! Opt for a colour which suits your surroundings, for example if you have a cream dining room opt for a teal theme which will sit nicely. Team the vibrant colour with lashings of gold or silver and minimal decoration on the centerpiece to avoid a clash.
