Thursday, December 2, 2010

Entertaining/Holiday Table Ideas

Use a non-traditional color combination for a modern approach

Modern Mood

A green and brown table can be a welcome departure from the traditional red and green of the season. Stylishly wrapped gifts serve as place cards.

Crystal adds a sparkly twist

Time to Sparkle

A holiday table with sparkle is as simple as adding low arrangements of red blooms and laying on the crystal stemware. A decorated mantelpiece contributes to the setting without cluttering the table.

Christmas-themed china

Pattern Plays

Pull that holiday china out of the cupboard and use it often during this festive season. Layer it with your regular china for a lavish look.

Use a unique centerpiece as a conversation starter

Serene Setting

With green as the dominant color, this table is elegant but undeniably festive. A centerpiece of hydrangea blossoms arranged over greenery in the shape of a cake is a surefire conversation starter.

Bring nature to your table with faux birds

Flight of Fancy

Ornaments make great party favors. A clip-on bird with a feathery tail perches on an overturned compote. I love this idea.

Decorative cranberries

Beautiful Berries

Cranberries aren't just for Thanksgiving. Mounded in a glass bowl, they can serve as a place-card holder.

A classic Christmas tablescape

Classic Christmas

Blue and white china with fresh yellow roses is a classic combination any time of year. During the holidays, add a touch of red detail and evergreen branches for seasonal notes.

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