Serve up a stylish Christmas table with these DIY decorating ideas
You’ve bought the turkey and all the trimmings, and you’ve got the bubbly chilling in the fridge – so now it’s time to think about the table decor to match your impressive spread. Luckily, giving your dining room a Christmas makeover to wow your guests is easy. Here’s eight DIY ideas for every theme, from minimalist, to classic, to glitz and glamour…
Rustic charm
Sprigs of fir and mistletoe interspersed with vintage-look candle holders make for an easy to create table runner with plenty of wow-factor. Echo the theme with a few sprigs of fir tied to sticks of cinnamon for your table settings. They’ll add a delightfully festive fragrance to your meal.
2. Best china
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There’s no need to splash out on new china for your Christmas meal. Allow a favourite special set to do all the talking, and add a few festive touches like this fir-sprig decorated centre piece.
3. Minimalist chic
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Replicate this sweet and simple table set-up with crisp red and white linen and matching crockery. The mini rosemary branch wreaths tied with stripy string add a thoughtful finish.
4. All lit up
If arts and crafts aren’t your forte then shop around for an eclectic mix of Nordic style candles and holders. They’ll give your table serious Hygge appeal.
5. Swap crackers for keepsakes
What better way to make your guests feel welcome than by making each of them a small favour like these quilted stars? Get the tutorial at homeshoppingspy.com.
6. Kitsch detailing
Display some sweet trinkets in jars for a kitsch approach to Christmas table dressing.
7. Make it snow
Grab some white spray paint to give pine cones and tree sprigs a festive feel. Display them in jars and candle holders to create a multi-level display.
8. Go for gold
Kids (and grownups) will love these animal place holders. They’re also super easy to create with cheap models from a toy shop and some gold spray paint.
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