Dining room christmas decoration ideas
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Planning beautiful Christmas dining room decor is a fabulous way to make yuletide magical and memorable.
For many, gathering with friends and family for a festive feast is one of the true highlights of the holiday season, and having a cozy, welcoming dining space bedecked with beautiful Christmas table decor and festive flourishes is a key part of setting the scene for celebration and merriment.
Whether you're planning an intimate affair or hosting a large party, to help you set the scene for a fabulous celebration we’ve rounded up an array of inspiring Christmas dining decor ideas for all tastes, from timeless elegant schemes to playful, merry, and bright.
Christmas dining room decor
There are so many Christmas dining room decor ideas you can use to transform a year-round dining room into a resplendent entertaining space, from simple fresh, fragrant Christmas table centerpiece ideas and lighting clusters of candles, to hanging statement Christmas decor ideas above the table. To whet your appetite for the options available we've rounded up a host of our favorites below.
1. Go for a rustic, natural theme
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Take inspiration from nature and create a calm, comforting space by pairing furniture and tableware in natural materials with winter foliage and candlelight. Let texture take the lead and set the scene with a rustic linen tablecloth, then layer with fir and pine Christmas table garland, placemats in woven jute, and wine goblets made from recycled glass, all available at The White Company.
'When decorating I love a combination of natural materials and finishes. From timber, stone, and sisal floors or rugs to touches of greenery that bring hints of the outside world in. And if possible, it is always great to have fresh flowers and a fire,' says Chrissie Rucker, founder of The White Company.
2. Create a sophisticated setting with white and navy
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Create a timeless and elegant dining scheme by decorating with blue and white.
Set the mood for celebration with walls in a dramatic navy and pair with a crisp white tablecloth, simple white bone china crockery and elegant clear crystal glassware and candlesticks. Keep decorations pared-back with silver tealight holders, a white floral centerpiece and a simple fir Christmas garland idea.
3. Delight guests with a beautiful table gift
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Christmas table gift ideas make a lovely surprise when guests take their seats and help spread gift-giving out throughout the day, plus they add a lovely decorative flourish to a place setting.
If your table is fairly pared-back, consider ringing the changes with a patterned gift wrap, as styled in this scheme by Neptune , and think about ways you can tie in the Christmas gift-wrapping ideas with the rest of your tablescape. For example, here each gift is finished with a sprig of foliage-sprayed gold to complement the elegant table centerpiece.
4. Channel a cool Scandinavian theme
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Create a cool Scandi-inspired scheme by trading in classic red and gold for blue, white, and natural wood.
Switch a formal tablecloth for a rustic woven runner to expose the wooden table beneath and for a pared-back Christmas table centerpiece display sculptural branches in a rustic pot (filled with sand to keep them in place) and pair them with wooden church-style candles.
'Warm things up with wood grains, add fluffy throws on benches or scatter sumptuous cushions onto your bar stools. Anything that’s impossibly soft and tactile will encourage you to cuddle up and relax this festive season,' says Tom Howley, director of Tom Howley Kitchens .
5. Choose a warm berry palette
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Warm, welcoming, and cocooning, a red dining room makes a fabulously festive setting for a cozy Christmas celebration and works particularly well when bedecked in a medley of berry and spice shades peppered with metallics. Decorate the table with simple dinnerware and a runner of Christmas foliage along the middle.
If it's not needed for serving then try styling up a sideboard with wrapped gifts and large paper honeycombs.
Hanging a rustic sculptural branch above, laden with pretty baubles, makes a beautiful Christmas wall decor idea.
6. Complement a colorful scheme
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Dining rooms that are reserved for Christmas and special occasions can be fabulous places to embrace bold dining room color ideas.
Pairing dining chairs in rich berry-toned velvets with peridot green walls, as done here by Oka , is a great way to create a head-turning jewel-toned scheme, plus, upholstered dining chairs will offer wonderful comfort for guests.
When it comes to festive decor, to prevent a vibrant scheme from becoming overwhelming, choose pared-back decorations such as dried oranges and simple bunches of berry-laden foliage. For a nod to the colorful palette try adding bold dinner candles.
7. Create a colorful carnival atmosphere
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Take inspiration from fabric designer Molly Mahon and channel a playful yet sustainable approach to Christmas dining room decor by trading in plastic decorations for a room bedecked in colorful paper streamers and paper chains.
This fun, fiesta-style decor idea works wonderfully with a table in folksy block-printed table linen and the paper chains are a great Christmas craft activity to do with children.
When it comes to how to set the perfect Christmas table, there are no rules, it's about creating an environment that is cozy and welcoming full of joy, so don't be afraid to put a twist on Christmas traditions and embrace the colors you love.
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A handy bar cart is brilliant for serving welcome nibbles and drinks to guests, whether it’s a glass of mulled wine, a winter cocktail or something sparkly, plus it provides extra storage for large items like ice buckets that can dominate the dining table.
Set on casters, this Coniston trolley from Neptune be easily moved from room to room – why not wheel it into the lounge to serve after-dinner treats and style it up with fairy lights and a scented candle to set the mood?
9. Go for a quiet country look
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Create a relaxed farmhouse Christmas look by teaming bench seating and a gingham tablecloth, such as this from Tori Murphy , with a centerpiece of humble clementines, candlelight and paper decorations.
Foraged foliage topped with fabric bows makes a cottage core-style alternative to a traditional Christmas wreath.
'Upholstered dining chairs have always been the go-to, but upholstered dining benches are also growing in popularity creating a slightly less formal set-up,' says Amanda Huber, owner of Dining Chair Co . 'Once you've picked the shape and design of the chair or bench itself, you can then get creative and have a little fun with your fabric choices and finishing details.'
10. Set the scene with beautiful table linen
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No Christmas table is complete without a beautiful tablecloth, it forms the foundation for your table decorating and brings a sense of occasion to dining. Inspired by traditional Hungarian textiles and featuring playful bird motifs, Julia Brendel’s jacquard woven cotton/linen tablecloths and napkins are perfect for bringing an elegant yet folksy feel.
11. Hang your centerpiece from the ceiling
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A festive centerpiece is a joyful thing – but not if it gets in the way of you either seeing your guests or being able to reach for the gravy.
‘If space is a concern, why not string a centerpiece above the dining space, leaving more room for food, drinks, and party games,’ says Claire Hornby, head of creative at Barker & Stonehouse . ‘Hanging fresh greenery and twigs accented with glittery baubles and twine will offer a natural twist, whilst a gathering of fairy lights and layered candlelight on the table and chairs will create a soft, cozy glow.’
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Crockery is so much more than functional at Christmas – choosing festively patterned plates and more can do wonders for the design of the entire dining room.
‘Lay out your crockery in advance,’ advises stylist Kerry Lockwood . ‘It may seem unnecessary but laying out your crockery makes a huge difference to the overall impact of your table setting. I like to set my table on Christmas Eve so it’s a nice focal point on Christmas morning. Try mixing and matching your crockery to add more interest.’
13. Create mood lighting with candles
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‘Mood lighting is important,’ Jessica Hanley, founder of Piglet In Bed .
‘If it is a special occasion, I often opt for candles in the center to create a more festive feeling.’
In this example, tabletop Christmas tree decor is paired with numerous candles for a glowingly festive look.
‘Candles are always an essential prop whenever I'm setting my Christmas table to create that soft, cozy glow that will create a magical seasonal ambiance to remember,’ says Lockwood. ‘In my opinion, you can never have too many candles! There are so many beautiful ways to style them, whether you prefer traditional taper candle stick holders, clusters of dainty tea lights or more dramatic pillar candles in glass vases. Experiment with different layouts until you find a setting that works for your table shape.’
14. Put a twist on traditional color schemes
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When working out how to set the perfect Christmas table, ensuring you balance tradition with your own personal taste is key. This rustic yet contemporary table setting in bold primary blues and reds is finished off with handcrafted ceramics and trailing garlands of delicate honesty seed heads, all presided over by a striking chandelier.
Traditional touches of green are evident in the emerald glassware.
15. Make an intimate setting elegant
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Benji Lewis, founder of virtual interior design service, Zoom That Room says: 'Christmas can be stressful for many people, and rather than buying everything new, try to focus on a few key items to ensure that your table is welcoming, elegant and a little bit opulent.'
'I like splashes of gold, paired with chic colors such as blue and ivory. A smart and beautiful table should be packed with your best china and polished glasses, and be ready to welcome everyone to a warm, fun and festive occasion.' he continues. 'Of course, string lights and candles are also a great Christmas addition, bringing twinkling warmth to any room.'
16. Make the feast the focus
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Here, in cookery writer Skye McAlpine 's Christmas dining room, the table has been set sparsely in a quasi-still-life food tableau, allowing for the feast to take center stage.
Simple glass vases provide the base for an abundance of informal florals and foliage while matching glass tableware is stacked with food, all finished with oversized velvet ribbons on each place setting. The rest of the room is decorated very minimally to allow the dining table to become the focus.
17. Give your dining room the Midas touch
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Create an instantly rich and sumptuous feel to your dining space by draping the table in an oversized tablecloth with layers of trimmings.
Fill a glass cloche with gold baubles and twinkling lights as your centerpiece and echo the gold look on similarly gilded mirrors, candlesticks and curtains.
18. Stick to a calming monochrome scheme
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Limiting your color scheme to black and white provides the perfect backdrop for the main event on Christmas Day – the food. Turkey and all the trimmings will take center stage in your scheme, while swathes of greenery will add depth to the scheme.
Soften walls by painting them in a pale gray and introduce reflective surfaces like mirrors and silver baubles so candlelight is amplified.
19. Create an edible still life display
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With all the elaborate table settings, food and decorations on a dining table at Christmas, space is often at a premium. Stretch out onto adjacent surfaces like consoles or sideboards to create a snacking area that can be left long after your meal is over.
Fruit and cheese or fruitcakes and mince pies are all contenders for creating an elegant and edible still-life tableau. Use cake stands and glass covers for added height and frame the area by hanging a smart wreath on the wall just above.
20. Choose a simple, unfussy scheme
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If you don't have a separate dining room, instead host Christmas in your open-plan kitchen diner, often the most effective table dressing is a simple one to ensure it doesn't compete with the rest of the space.
Invest in a beautiful set of dining furniture and let that be the focus. Decorate the table with fragrant springs of eucalyptus with a simple centerpiece of greenery and choose linens in neutral shades.
21. Mix pink and green for a fresh feel
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Created by interior designer Kate Guinness , this dining scheme avoids the traditional shades of red, green, gold and silver.
Instead, the combination of fresh apple green and pink provides an elegant dining space that can be enjoyed year-round. A fresh floral centerpiece is all that's needed to style the space up for the festive season. You could also learn how to fold a Christmas tree napkin to add a subtle yet fun flourish to place settings.
22. Introduce plenty of festive greenery
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Create a stunning festive display using the best flowers and Christmas foliage ideas the season has to offer. Start with a theme for your Christmas dining table display – perhaps a color of a particular type of flower or foliage – eucalyptus, with its green-blue-silvery leaves is the perfect inspiration for a festive color scheme.
If you have a small dining table, place sprigs of evergreen foliage and fresh flowers in miniature bottles and set them in a line in the middle. Finish with delicate glassware, and simple white candles to complete the look.
23. Embrace a soft, neutral palette
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Christmas decor doesn't need to be overflowing with bright colors. The restrained simplicity of a paneled room makes an elegant backdrop for festive dining. Decorate with kraft paper hanging stars and a simple pine centerpiece to complement the gently muted palette.
24. Try an alternative color combination
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For many, Christmas will be very different this year compared to last, so why not highlight the contrast by creating a scheme that is bright and bursting with color?
Choose plenty of mismatched prints and mix them up on table linens, cushions or pillows, choose bold artwork for your wall decor ideas, and decorate the table with a centerpiece of colorful blooms and brightly colored candles.
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Most people prefer to know what's on the menu before they sit down to a meal and while Christmas lunch rarely strays from tradition, every household's take on the meal differs.
If you have guests joining you, a simple chalkboard menu perched on a sideboard is guaranteed to whet their appetite. Drape the menu with some simple greenery and serve pre-dinner cocktails or aperitifs alongside.
26. Make your table sparkle
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Twinkling battery-operated Christmas lights ideas are perfect for enhancing this bespoke wreath made using fresh flowers and foliage, and suspended from ribbons above the table.
The second string of fairy lights has been placed inside a gold-colored glass vase, turning a simple garland of fresh ivy into a star attraction.
27. Fill your home with festive fragrance
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Looking for ways to make your home smell nice? Evocative scents like pine, gingerbread, and mulled wine are easily linked with a Christmassy atmosphere.
Have a go at baking a simple wreath made from overlapping gingerbread stars and hang it above a sideboard where you can create a simple mulled wine station for your guests, decorated with fresh pine branches and delicate twinkling lights. Culinary nods are also a great idea for your kitchen Christmas decor ideas too.
28. Add a feminine touch with delicate, wintery fabric
Madeline wooden cupboard in Flannel Gray, Oka. Weavers dining table, Benchmark. Avery dining chair in oak, Pinch. Tablecloth in Pure Net Ceiling Applique in Barley, Morris & Co.
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Elegantly appliqued fabric makes a beautiful tablecloth for special Christmas traditions and celebrations and gives the table an almost-magical look.
Pair with a dramatic burnished gold candelabra to create a striking centerpiece and echo the look with simple chair back decorations make from paper baubles and frosted pine cones.
29. Forage for festive decorations
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You don't necessarily have to go all out on buying new decorations for your home every year.
Sometimes the best accessories are growing in your backyard among your outdoor Christmas decor ideas.
Head outside on Christmas morning and gather up bunches of ivy, pine, grasses... anything that will add a touch of verdant beauty to your table and surrounding surfaces for a fresh take on a festive scheme.
30. Add decorative swags to seating for a fabulous finishing touch
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Fresh or faux, nothing says Christmas like a clutch of green branches and pine cone decorations tied up with a scarlet ribbon.
'For a dinner party, weave bright berries or fresh flowers through Christmas wreaths and place them on the backs of chairs or on the dining table for a lovely natural touch that no one will be expecting,' says Sue Jones, co-founder and creative director of Oka .
Make one for each of your dining chairs and secure them to the back of each seat with ribbons or pins. Repeat this look with a matching mantle garland spiked with red blooms or berries and again with another stretching down the center of your dining table.
31. Decorate with touches of Arctic white
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Rich chocolate upholstery and table linen are beautifully offset on this simple Christmas table with brilliant white accents on the tableware.
The nature-themed accessories lend a Narnia-esque feel to the space, helped in part by the fresh greenery on the table and the burst of elegant blooms among the Christmas mantel decor ideas.
32. Adorn your table with traditional festive shades
Antique damask tablecloth, Guinevere Antiques. Handmade crackers in Kite in Mustard, Yateley Papers. Table garland, from £60, Neill Strain Floral Couture London.
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A generous table centerpiece, festooned with colorful baubles and gold ferns, immediately strikes a celebratory note. Welcome guests with handmade place cards and crackers that coordinate with your scheme.
33. Rearrange your display storage
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Glass-fronted cabinets in dining spaces have everything on show 24/7, so these too need to be considered when decorating the room for Christmas.
Make yours look beautiful as well as useful by rearranging the shelving, bringing favorite, festive pieces to the fore, and adding battery-operated tea lights in colored or frosted jars.
34. Create your own color scheme
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You don’t have to stick to usual Christmas color combinations. Foliage here adds a festive twist, while the mismatched chairs in a vivid emerald green, together with green glass baubles on each place setting give a contemporary spin to the festivities.
35. Stretch out your serving spaces
Console, William Yeoward
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Commandeering a console table from your Christmas hallway decor ideas as an extra surface for the cheeseboard and drinks saves space on the dining table and offers an opportunity for a beautifully composed presentation. The addition of the tall candles draws your attention to the space, highlighting it for guests and family alike.
36. Play with natural symmetry
Stola extending dining table, Oka. Lucillo side chairs, William Yeoward. Montferrat Leaf chandelier, Vaughan Designs. House brass five-arm candelabras, Soho Home.
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By accentuating the natural symmetry of a table and its surroundings, you can create a visually pleasing table setting with the minimum of decor.
Here, three small vases of flowers on the table are flanked by two candelabras and a single chandelier above, all pulling focus into the center of the table. The simple and minimal table settings feature delicate glassware and plain matching linens to create a chic and elegant spread.
37. Give your festive decor fresh, country feel
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Pairing plain wood furniture with white-painted wooden pieces is a recipe for success with farmhouse Christmas decor ideas.
Bring in a wash of cocooning color with powder blue walls and floral patterned drapes, echoed on festive table settings and centerpieces for a simple nod to the celebrations.
38. Create an after-dinner treats area
Antique Swedish oak chest of drawers, Paolo Moschino for Nicholas Haslam. Walls Marguerite wallpaper, Nina Campbell at Osborne & Little.
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After a huge Christmas feast, finding space for dessert can often be a struggle. This year, why not take a break from the final course and instead leave a selection of treats out on a sideboard, alongside some suitable after-dinner drinks, so that guests can help themselves?
Here, a large glass jar of individually wrapped amaretti biscuits and a silver tray of chocolates sit alongside a collection of delicate colored glass decanters and jugs that match the pink-red hues of the decor scheme. Complete the display with a single tapered candle in a tall holder.
39. Pick a white Christmas for a Scandi feel
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Create a chic Nordic style with pale hues, natural textures, and charcoal accents.
The White Company ’s Chrissie Rucker says, ‘start with a white cloth and napkins, plus your best glasses and china. I like to mix plain and scented candles, adding vases of snowberries and herbs, such as rosemary.’
40. Let nature feature at the dining table
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A large fir Christmas wreath given pride of place can be enough for some Christmas decorators.
When dressing the table, stay true to this simple approach with a white linen cloth and napkins, and plain china. Or, put wreaths on the back of dining chairs for a true sense of occasion.
41. Entertain in style
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Create a simple home bar by throwing a cloth over a console table and displaying glasses, decanters, and wine buckets. Add a selection of nuts and crystallized fruit on cake stands for color and contrast.
What can I put on my dining room table for Christmas?
There are all sorts of ways to decorate a dining table for Christmas, from simple touches like arranging candles in the center, to festive table garlands and mini table-top Christmas trees.
For a classic look you can’t go wrong with a centerpiece of fresh seasonal foliage and flowers. ‘Forage or source foliage that will last throughout the season as the base to all your floral arrangements. English pine, holly, twigs, winter eucalyptus – anything that will dry nicely and add a festive scent,’ says Ronny Colbie , luxury floral designer.
‘Once you have the base of foliage you can simply add flowers to suit and change as they wilt. For long-lasting flowers, you’re best off with Amaryllis, Hydrangea, or winter berries. For texture, you can add small baubles and dried fruits.’
Can I put my Christmas tree in the dining room?
If space allows placing a large Christmas tree in the corner of a dining room is guaranteed to bring festive splendor to the occasion. However, if you only have a small dining room or kitchen diner you needn't miss out – there are plenty of mini table-top and small potted trees available perfect for using as a table centerpiece, styling a sideboard, or placing on a window sill to inject festive magic into your dining space.
If it's in a plastic pot wrap it in fabric or hessian.
Ginevra Benedetti is Associate Editor on the Homes Content Team at Future. She has been writing about interiors for the past 16 years on the majority of Britain’s monthly interiors titles, such as Ideal Home, Country Homes & Interiors and Style at Home, as well as Livingetc and of course, Homes & Gardens. This naturally lead her into writing for websites like HomesandGardens.com.
21 Christmas Dining Room Decor Ideas
Today I’m so happy to share some of my favorite Christmas dining room decor ideas. With Christmas rapidly approaching, it’s time to think about how you will decorate the room where you’ll enjoy the perfect holiday meal with your guests!
Christmas is one of my absolute favorite holidays of the year which is why I wrote an entire Christmas decorating guide available to all readers of this blog!
I also have a Christmas decorations list which will help ensure you have the basics covered this holiday season.
It’s a great resource if this is your first time decorating for Christmas in your own home!
Creating a fun and festive Christmas atmosphere in the dining room is easier said than done. After all, you want to decorate your table, but you don’t want to overwhelm it and leave too little space for guests to eat and move about!
I hope these ideas will help you decorate your dining room for Christmas, beyond the actual table! You can find ideas for decorating your dining room hutch, your buffet, and even your dining room chairs. Let’s get started!
Have a peek at the best Christmas dining room decor ideas below:
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justagirlandherblogThere are myriad ways to decorate a dining room for the Christmas season.
You just need to find what is right for your home, and get to decorating! If you have any tips, don’t hesitate to share them in the comments below. Christmas is a magical season that brings the family together.
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Here are a few more ideas for decorating your home for Christmas!
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Got an Idea: Three New Year's Decor Options for One Dining Room
Designer Sean Lang of The Farmhouse Project always decorates the dining room in his converted 1800 farmhouse home. Sean came up with three Christmas decor ideas this year with the help of floral artist Jill Viner of Earthgirl.
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1. Pearl, gold and silver
The walls of the spacious room are paneled in dark wood, the ceiling of the dining room is also made of dark wood. In the corner is a dining area with a table and chairs with high backs. nine0003
“Don't be afraid to use non-traditional colors for the holidays,” says Sean Lang.
“If you want unconventional options, try using “precious” decor: gold, silver and pearl accents.”
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Flower arrangements made up of spray roses, poinsettia, lisianthus and carnations. The florist kept the bouquets small and low so they could play with their placement on the table. “Make sure the bouquets don’t block the view of the guests on the other side of the table,” Sean advises. “We took carnations in light shades that can be easily found in stores at an affordable price.” The flowers were placed in vintage silver-plated vases and vessels. nine0003
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Vintage white and gold plates used at Jill's parents' wedding and now decorate the New Year's table. They picked up a path with golden patterns and cutlery in a warm golden hue. Linen napkins were placed under the plates.
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2.
Snow White
If you like a neutral dining table look, take inspiration from the snowy landscape outside your window (if there is one, of course). nine0003
“Don't be afraid to use different shades of white if you don't have sets, vases or plates in the same color,” advises Sean.
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Sean and Jill used vintage milky glass instead of vases, making loose arrangements of white wild carrot buds .
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Vintage plates with floral patterns from the florist's personal collection were also placed on the table. Exquisite white lace-trimmed doilies paired with copper cutlery complete the festive table decor. nine0011
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3. Tartan and forest motifs
This decor is forest-inspired and, according to Sean, will especially appeal to those who love nature and evenings by the fireplace with a woolen blanket on their feet.
“Almost everything for this table decor option was found on the site next to the house. Some coniferous branches, some moss, a couple of pine cones…”
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Rikki Snyder
The last decor option – with moss, needles and cones – will most likely decorate the dining room on Christmas and New Year’s days. On Christmas morning, a fireplace will be lit in the dining room, festive music will be turned on and presents will be opened. The fireplace itself was also decorated with green garlands and large pine cones. “And, of course, stockings for gifts, also in a cage,” says the owner of the house. “When the fire is burning, we are in rocking chairs reading books or our favorite magazines.” nine0011 _____________________________
YOUR TURN…
Which New Year and Christmas table decor did you like best? How do you usually decorate your table? Or do you choose a new decoration option every time? Share your experiences and stories in the comments section!
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Do you already know how to decorate the festive table for the New Year? Don't Miss: 50 New Year's Eve Table Setting and Decor Ideas
It just seems like there is still work and work to do before the New Year. Before you know it, there is only a day or two left to buy gifts and prepare the house. We don't waste time! We act without fuss and with pleasure. Of course, you won’t set the New Year’s table tomorrow, but if you dreamed of decorating it in an original and stylish way, then it’s time to take note of the best ideas in order to implement them “in the best possible way” for the holiday.
Surely you already have your own ideas and fantasies about the design of the festive table, which you can’t put together in a single picture. We have found the best ideas for inspiration for you: choose the ones closest to your heart and combine them with your own. nine0003
The warmest and brightest memories are often associated with the celebration of the New Year. To make the holiday memorable for everyone, you need to create that very New Year's atmosphere, which is impossible without spruce paws, tangerines and a beautifully laid table. It is absolutely not necessary to spend half of the salary on decoration: do-it-yourself New Year's decor is an ideal option, unless, of course, you start this process not a day before the chiming clock, but at least a month or two.
The traditional colors of the New Year's table are white, red and green. But rules are there, as you know, to break them. Despite the fact that 2020 is the Year of the White Metal Rat, you can decorate the New Year's table in accordance with your own wishes. We do not pay attention to superstitions and decorate as the soul requires. Although it should be noted that “white with silver” is an excellent color scheme for a holiday. nine0003
When choosing a tablecloth for the New Year's table, look wider: in addition to the traditional idea of laying the whole table, there are other options. For example, narrow and long tablecloths or napkins across the entire table will help to effectively highlight the New Year's decor in the center.
The assortment of modern garlands pleasantly surprises. In addition to classic light bulbs twinkling with colorful lights, you can choose garlands with Christmas trees and houses, designer balls, candles, and so on. Look for your version of the garland, which will emphasize the style of your table decoration. And do not dismiss the option of making a creative garland yourself (there are many master classes on the Web). For example, you can beautifully “pack” a garland in a glass vase or bottle. Or come up with author's "caps" for an existing garland with light bulbs. nine0003
Of course, I would like to take a fat purse and go shopping - buy napkins, glasses, vases, cones with Christmas trees and other amenities. But if the budget is bursting at the seams and you want to leave more money for gifts for your loved ones, then why not use creative handmade ideas? There is still time. And it's not just about napkins: any holiday decor with your own hands will be more effective and cozier than the purchased one. Because it is made with soul.
Ideas for Christmas candlesticks nearby. You can even use ordinary glass vases or glasses that are filled with salt and decorated with salt or sugar “snow” along the rim. Even birch saw cuts and wine glasses, which have been idle in your sideboard for many years, are suitable as candlesticks. nine0003
The main symbol of the New Year must be present on the table. Which option to choose? Classic: wreaths of spruce paws with a beautiful decoration in the center or miniature live Christmas trees in pots. And you can decorate the table with a lot of Christmas trees created by your own hands: from felt and buttons, from metal, from wood, gingerbread Christmas trees and Christmas trees from sweets, and so on.
Napkins can be not only paper ones - on New Year's Eve we usually get elegant cloth napkins, which we also want to decorate beautifully and stylishly place on top of plates. How to do it? You can figuratively fold napkins - in the form of symbols of the New Year, for example. Or you can beautifully roll it up and decorate it with rowan berries, miniature balls or even cinnamon sticks. Do not forget about New Year's covers - pockets for cutlery, for which you can use, for example, mittens or the same napkins. nine0003
One of the most urgent questions on the eve of the holiday is how to make New Year's compositions on the table. We use everything that is at hand: vases, boxes, garlands, candlesticks, tree branches, fruits, berries and even flowers. Apples can be beautifully combined with spruce paws or eucalyptus (even if artificial), tangerines with cones (which can be painted in gold or silver), cinnamon sticks and nuts, and so on. You can choose a specific style of decoration of the festive table - Scandinavian or rustic, or you can create your own creative version by adding birch saw cuts, linen napkins, designer coasters with the names of guests (for example, on balls).
