Early December often marks the start of the holiday party season. If you are planning your first dinner party or bravely preparing to host the whole family on Christmas Day, be sure to add a little holiday cheer to the dining room with festive table decorations. Here are some of our favorite table settings and a few ideas that might encourage you to set the table a little early this season.
Dress up your napkin with a holiday-themed holder; something like the blooming poinsettias used in this Dayton home works wonderfully.
Pair your napkin holders with natural linens for the perfect pop of color.
Use the table as a forum to display a favorite holiday collection. This homeowner uses her Clothtique Santas to create a whimsical table centerpiece in her Cincinnati home.
Hurricane candleholders never go out of style. You can’t go wrong with an oversized wreath to set a traditionally elegant tone.
Hang garland, crystals and small ornaments in a mixture of shapes and sizes from your chandelier to draw eyes upward.
Consider the dining room décor when selecting your table settings.
These placemats and napkins bring out the rich navy blue hue of the walls and window treatments, while still celebrating the holiday spirit in this Columbus home.
Bright bursts of color invite conversation. Silver ornaments and crisp white flowers, accompanied by fresh lemons, limes and Granny Smith apples, create a refreshingly cheerful atmosphere in this Dayton home.
Add a little bit of nature to your table. Berries and bird nests add a reminder of the natural world to this holiday table.
Incorporate the chairs into the décor. Tie ribbons or bows around the chair backs. The chairs in this Pittsburgh home are accented with greenery, pinecones and acorns hanging from red bows.