How To Lay The Best Christmas Table
Looking for some help how to lay the best Christmas table? If you’e hosting Christmas dinner this year follow my step by step guide for the perfect table settings this festive season.
It can be a daunting thought hosting Christmas dinner. You have to plan the menu, juggle who you’re going to invite and then thinking about how you’re going to set your table. Don’t worry, I have you covered. Hosting Christmas dinner gives you the opportunity to show your creative side.
Setting the table for Christmas can be so much fun. You will learn how to wow your guests with a beautiful table that will make their jaw drop. From which table cloths to choose to how to bring your own personal touch to your table.
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When to Set the Christmas Table?
Preparation is key when hosting Christmas dinner. There is so many things to think about from cooking the dinner to who sits where at the table. The best time to set the table for Christmas Dinner is the day before. You will be able to check the cutlery and glasses are clean.
1. Choose a Table Cloth or Runner
The first thing to decide is whether you want to use a table cloth, runner or both. A table cloth a simple way to elevate the look of your table. When choosing your table consider the size of your table to make sure it fits. If you choose to add a table runner pick one that complements the colour of your tablecloth. Its best to use a neutral toned table cloth and a statement table runner. Lay the table runner down the centre of the table.
Wheat & Holly Cotton Tablecloth
White Snowflake Tablecloth
Pure Cotton Sateen Tablecloth
Green Christmas Tree Table Cloth
Gold Marble Effect Table Cloth
Feather Jacquard Cotton Table Runner
Luxe Gold Glitter Table Runner
Sparkle Table Runner
Tartan Table Runner
2. Add Placemats
Depending on which tablecloth or runner you choose will help you choose which placemats you want to use. If you have chosen a neutral tone, you may want to consider a statement placemat. There are so many great ones to choose from. From golden glitter to elegant snowflakes.
Silver Beaded Round Placemats
Set of 4 Gold Wipe Clean PVC Placemats
4 Pack Green Christmas Nutcracker placemats
Set of 2 Gold Snowflake Placemats
3. Choose your Plates
When it comes to choosing your plates, think about what menu you are serving, if you are having a starter, main course and dessert and if you need side plates. If you want to elevate the look of your table you could add a charger under your plate.
12 Piece White Nova Gold Rim Dinner Set
Winter Starlight 12 Piece Dinner Set
Spode Christmas Tree Stoneware Dinnerware
Red/Striped PLATE
Laurel Porcelain Dinner Plate
4. Add Your Centrepiece
A centrepiece can make a statement. There are lots of great options to choose from. From simple and elegant candles to berry garlands that really make a statement. Add baubles or pinecones to a vase. It’s you’re time to great creative and add some festive flair.
Trailing Pine & Bell Centrepiece
Optic Candle Holder
White Christmas Triple Candle Holder
Light Up Mistletoe Christmas Garlands
Green Christmas Tree Serveware Centrepiece
5. Choose your Napkins
When it come to napkins, you’ll need to choose if you want to fold them or use a napkin ring. When placing them on the table either place them in the centre of the plate or to the lefthand side of the plate. There are lots of beautiful napkins and napkin rings to choose from that will elevate the look of your Christmas table.
Green patterned napkins
Pack of 4 Embroidered Tree Napkins
Set of 4 Cotton Sateen Napkins
Fir Green Napkins – Set of 4
Silver Beaded Stacked Napkin Rings – Set of 4
6. Glassware
When it comes to glassware you will want to thing about what drinks you will be serving. Place the glasses at the top right hand corner above the knife.
Top tip: Set up a drinks bar near the table that way you won’t have to leave the table
Set of 4 Two Tone Wine Glasses
Aster Etched Star Champagne Saucers Set of Two
Star Etched Wine Glass
Green Hollis Glassware Set of 4 Wine Glasses
7. Finishing Touches
Adding a place card holder sprig of holly or Christmas bauble to their place setting can really elevate your table and your guests will love that you have gone the extra mile. I like to add a place card holder is a great way to sit everyone where you want them sit.
A lot of the time people wonder where do the crackers go on the table? I like to add the crackers as the final touch. you can either place them to the left of your folk or above the dessert spoon which is above your placemat.
Champagne Glitter Stem Decorations – Set of 6
Gold Star Card Holders Set of Four
Ginger Ray White and Gold Christmas Tree Table Place setting
Berries Pine Cones
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