Enchanting Christmas: Table Decorating Ideas

SMART TIP: Even when using your formal dinnerware and silver, you can keep the mood relaxed by placing sweets or other bite-sized snacks around the table. This encourages guests to pick and munch while chatting away or waiting for the food to be served.


Dreaming of a white Christmas
Make your table sparkle with silver accents, crystal stemware, and glittered ornaments. Bring out your best flatware and china, if you must.  Christmas is a time for celebrating, and using your special things will not only get you excited about the preparations, but will also give your guests a more gracious welcome.

Get the look with these key pieces:
•    Classic white plates and table cloth
•    Silver accessories
•    Turquoise details
•    Candles
•    Flowers (preferably small blooms in white to create a winter-y feel)


Dazzling details:
•    Keep the heights of your blooms and centerpieces low. Conversation will flow easier without items obstructing the view.
•    Don’t forget the Christmas music! It’s such a big part of the holiday season. Classics include: The Carpenters “Christmas Portrait,” “The Jackson 5 Christmas Album,” “Bing Crosby’s Christmas Classics,” “Christmas with Conniff,” and Jose Mari Chan’s “Christmas in Our Hearts.”
•    A drinks table is a must for all grownup parties. Celebrate with a bottle of champagne, or create a mini-bar so your guests can feel free to mix their own drinks.

 

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Perfect christmas
Red and green are the classic color symbols of Christmas. Green signifies life, and at Christmas, we celebrate the birth of Jesus and the eternal life He promises for us. The color red can hold different meanings all over the world. The Christian belief is that it represents love and passion—like that of Christ’s love and sacrifice for the world. Bring home the Christmas cheer with these easy ideas:
•    Use a wreath as a centerpiece. It adds instant color to your table and can be decorated to match any theme.
•    Decorate the table with Christmas ornaments for a playful and whimsical look.
•    Edible centerpieces and accessories will keep the children glued to their seats. Fill bright red and green bowls with cookies and chocolates, pretzels, and crisps.


Take this traditional theme up a notch with toys and games:
•    Hold the kids’ interest by playing games. If you have lots of space, you can have song-and-dance numbers or play charades. You can also put a twist on the traditional Advent calendar by having each of your little guests pick a day and receive a corresponding prize or gift.

Smart Tips:
•    Avoid using candles on the children’s tables.
•    Make sure that any foliage or décor placed near food is properly cleaned and dusted.
•    Keep Christmas-themed books scattered around the room to promote a few quiet activities.
•    Yummy place-cards: Large lollipops can have the wonderful dual purpose of being a place-card holder and a giveaway.  
•    Name each treat after thekids on your list. Download fun candy cane fonts, print, and stick them onto the sweets. Embellish with polka-dot ribbons.
•    One great way to teach kids about table manners and etiquette is by asking them to help set the table. It’s a chance for you to explain exactly what each fork and spoon is used for, to remind them to put the napkin on their lap before the meal begins, and to share with your little co-host the planned menu for the evening.  

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Heavenly peace and serenity

Smart Tips:
•    Avoid using candles on the children’s tables.
•    Make sure that any foliage or décor placed near food is properly cleaned and dusted.
•    Keep Christmas-themed books scattered around the room to promote a few quiet activities.things cheerful.
•    Apple place-card holders. These add freshness to the table. It’s an inexpensive but stylish detail you can use in any season.

And a few more tips:
•    Wire-edged ribbons make great napkin holders. It’s a budget-friendly yet festive idea for a more fashionable table.
•    Place Christmas towels in your powder room. Soaps and sachets with holiday packaging are also great ways to carry your theme further.

Smart Tip:
Spray Christmas scents around the room or light scented candles close by.  Scented candles on the table may not be the best idea because the fragrance may be too over-powering and bother your guests.


Photography by At Maculangan

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