5 Tips for the Perfect Holiday Table Scape
A holiday table scape is an easy way to bring your dinner table to life, but it takes more than just flowers and candles to create a festive feel—it’s all about the details. Here are five tips that will make your holiday table scape picture-perfect this season!
1) Choose a Theme
*A color theme can be a great way to tie your table scape together, especially if you're hosting a large party. Consider using a monochromatic color palette or complementing colors like red and green. For example, deep red accents such as candles, napkins, and flowers would work well with a green centerpiece.
*Choosing one element that you want to focus on (such as poinsettias) is also an easy way to create cohesion in your table scape. A simple, elegant vase of white poinsettias will look great against any backdrop!
*Don't forget about practicality!
2) Incorporate Seasonal Elements
Don't forget to incorporate a few elements that are specific to the holiday you're celebrating. For example, if it's Christmas, decorate your table with sugar-coated pine trees and poinsettias.
If it's Valentine's Day, do all of your tablescape in red and pink.
If it's St. Patrick's Day, try incorporating shamrocks, Irish dancers or green and white colors throughout your table decorations.
3) Use a Mix of Textures
The focal point of your table should be your centerpiece. It can be a natural element such as a tree, bush or vine, or it could also be an artificial center piece such as a Christmas tree, Santa figurine or other holiday decoration. The focal point is not only the most important part of your table scape, but it also sets the mood of your celebration.
No matter what you choose to use as your focal point, make sure you have ample space around it to accommodate guests and that it is in proportion with all other items on the table. For instance, if you are using a large tree branch as your centerpiece than don't place too many small items near its base.
4) Create a Focal Point
Creating a focal point is an easy way to bring all of your elements together. The centerpiece can be as simple or as elaborate as you want, but it should have enough height and width to make a statement.
Here are 5 tips for creating the perfect holiday table scape:
- Choose a color palette that reflects your theme (don't worry about matching every detail)
- Make sure the centerpiece has enough height and width
- If you're using a floral centerpiece, go with realistic flowers (real leaves in addition to silk ones) - If you're using candles, choose white or gold taper candles instead of colored ones - Try to use seasonal items that reflect your theme
5) Accessorize
1. Add a centerpiece - The holiday table should have at least one center piece. It can be a Christmas tree, manger, poinsettia plant or even an angel. If your budget is tight, you can use pinecones and fresh fruit to create a beautiful centerpiece that is both cost effective and natural looking.
2. Add some color - Add some color to your tablescape with simple adornments like red, gold and green ribbons that will add festivity without being overwhelming. You may also want to include candles in either pillar or votive form which are available in just about every color imaginable and provide a soft, warm glow perfect for the holiday season.
