The centerpiece serves as the focal point and really sets the tone for your holiday decor.
Classic Christmas Candelabra
Nothing evokes the holidays quite like flickering candles.
For a traditional centerpiece that makes a big statement, gather pillar candles in varying heights and nestle them into a tray filled with pine branches, pinecones, and red berries.
The contrast of the bold red and green colors against the soft glow of the candles is so inviting.
Start with a silver tray or platter and line it with pine branches and pinecones to create a fragrant forest floor.
Use floral wire to attach berries, poinsettias, or other embellishments to the pine branches.
Group together 3-5 pillars candles in sizes ranging from 4 inches to over 1 foot tall.
Arrange the candles in a triangular pattern on the tray.
For more height variation, place the tallest candles on small glass candlesticks in the back and shorter ones up front.
If desired, scatter more pinecones, berries, and poinsettias around the base of the candles.
The simplicity of the white candles against the pine forest makes this a very easy, elegant centerpiece to create.
Just be sure to keep the pine and poinsettias watered well so they stay looking fresh throughout the holidays.
Fruity Christmas Wreath
For a centerpiece that doubles as a festive holiday wreath, deck out a grapevine wreath form with fresh fruits and seasonal flowers.
The lively colors and sweet scents will enliven your table with the bounty of the season.
Start with a basic round grapevine wreath form.
Wire on sprigs of noble fir, succulent, or other evergreen for foliage.
Next, tuck in assorted fresh fruits such as slices of oranges, chunks of apples, whole cranberries, clusters of red grapes.
You can also wire in pinecones, eucalyptus sprigs, dried oranges, kumquats, or seeded eucalyptus for extra texture.
For pops of color, add in poinsettias, red hypericum berries, or red carnations.
Accent with big plaid ribbons tied in bows around the wreath.
Hang the gorgeous, abundant fruit wreath centerpiece on the wall above your table or lay it directly on the tabletop lining the center.
The bright colors and juicy fruits are so festive and will infuse your home with delicious holiday aromas.
Glittering Snowflake Runner
Add some shimmer and shine to your holiday table with a centerpiece runner adorned with glittery snowflakes.
This eye-catching design will blanket your table in icy sparkle.
For the base, use a long piece of burlap, jute, or linen edged with lace trim.
Attach cut-out paper snowflakes using a hot glue gun and generously coat the snowflakes with glitter glue for brilliant sparkle.
For extra dimension, layer different sizes of snowflakes.
Accent the runner with silver and white votive candles nestled among the snowflakes.
Sprigs of holly or pine branches can also be wired to the fabric runner for a touch of greenery.
Drape glittery bead garland along the edges for even more festive shine.
Dotted with red candles, this earthy design will infuse your table with cozy cabin vibes.
Start by gathering birch logs, cut into 3-4 inch cross section slices.
Sand and stain the wood slices if desired.
Press short red taper candles into the center of each wood slice, sinking them into the soft pith.
Arrange the birch log candle holders down the center of your holiday table, alternating the heights and patterns of the wood slices for visual interest.
For fresh greens, nestle noble fir, cedar, pine, and juniper sprigs in between the birch logs.
Accent with pinecones, gold-sprayed oranges, and clusters of cranberries for pops of crimson.
The woodsy, outdoorsy aroma of the fir, pine, and candles is so inviting.
Let guests light the candles for a gorgeous glow.
This nature-inspired centerpiece brings lovely rustic charm to holiday tables.
Christmas Ornament Centerpiece
For a playful, festive centerpiece, deck out a tray with Christmas ornaments for a vibrant pop of color.
This kid-friendly project is a fun way to involve little ones in creating the holiday table decor.
Start with a metal baking sheet, silver platter, or mirrored tray.
Line it with cotton batting or faux snow for a wintry base.
Next, creatively arrange a variety of Christmas ornaments, scattering them across the tray.
Choose a color theme or stick to just silver, gold, and white for a classic look.
For lots of color and whimsy, use a mixture of round balls, pinecones, bells, snowflakes, stars, and other novelty ornaments in all different colors and textures.
Make it a family activity by letting the kids select their favorite ornaments to add in.
Nestle string lights, battery operated candles, or small potted evergreens in and around the ornaments for dimension.
The light will bounce beautifully off the shiny ornaments, creating holiday sparkle.
What a fun, cheerful way to enjoy your treasured ornaments all season long!
Rosemary Boxwood Christmas Trees
For an elegant yet easy centerpiece, create miniature Christmas trees using rosemary and boxwood.
The fresh evergreens infuse your table with nostalgic pine-scented holiday aroma.
Start by growing rosemary and boxwood plants or purchasing them from the florist.
After rinsing the greenery, use kitchen shears to trim the rosemary into the shape of small Christmas trees, about 4-6 inches tall.
Arrange the rosemary trees down the center of your table in a line or in a cluster.
Next, cut sprigs of boxwood into triangles to resemble larger triangular trees.
Prop the boxwood triangles against the rosemary trees.
Embellish your mini evergreen forest with fairy lights, floral picks, red berries, and pinecones.
The shapes of the greenery mimic lovely Christmas trees while keeping the look simple and refined.
Remember to water your herb Christmas trees daily to keep them looking their best!
The scent of rosemary and pine is so festive.
Evergreen Holiday Wreath Centerpiece
One quick way to instantly infuse holiday spirit into your Christmas table is centering an artfully decorated evergreen wreath.
You can make your own or use a pre-made wreath as the base.
Start with a full noble fir wreath made of fresh-cut evergreen boughs.
Wrap red velvet ribbon around the wreath, securing with floral wire and allowing the ends to drape down.
Tuck in sprigs of cedar, blue spruce, and pinecones for texture.
Nestle in holiday accents like cinnamon sticks, dried orange slices, red berries, and eucalyptus
Wire a big plaid bow made from multiple loops of ribbon on one side.
Stick in silver bells, snowflake ornaments, and fairy lights for added sparkle.
Set your masterpiece wreath in the center of the table for your guests to admire.
The fresh evergreen aroma and beautiful decorations will get everyone in the holiday spirit.
Allow the ends of the ribbons to drape onto the tabletop for a elegant, flowing effect.
Glittery White Christmas Arrangement
Channel frozen, snow-covered forests with a glittery white floral centerpiece.
Icy white blooms and mirrored accents shine like freshly fallen snow for a magical wintry feel.
Gather white flowers such as roses, ranunculus, tulips, hydrangea, carnations, and chrysanthemums.
Trim the stems evenly and arrange the white blooms in a cluster within a glass cylinder vase or compote dish.
Sprinkle the flowers generously with white and silver glitter to mimic glistening snowflakes.
Nestle in sprigs of eucalyptus, silver dollar eucalyptus, and ruscus for wintry greenery and texture.
Accent with glitter pinecones, ornaments, and string lights.
Line your table with a white tablecloth or faux fur runner to continue the snowy theme.
All the white flowers, glitter, glass, and mirrors make such a bright, sparkling centerpiece that feels wonderfully icy and festive!
Holiday Citrus Centerpiece
One way to brighten your holiday table is with a cheerful citrus centerpiece bursting with sunny oranges, lemons, and limes.
The bright fruits and tangy scents feel so light and refreshing.
Gather a variety of colorful citrus fruits such as oranges, grapefruit, lemons, limes, and kumquats.
For the base, use cylinders, candlesticks, or glass vases in varying heights.
Arrange the citruses within the vessels, stacking horizontally and vertically for interest.
Sprinkle in lush green leaves, pepper berries, magnolia clippings, and pink roses.
Incorporate pops of crimson with cranberries, slices of red apple, and red carnations.
Finish it off with curly willow branches and big plaid ribbon bows at the bases.
The vibrant rainbow of citrus is so upbeat and refreshing!
The tangy citrus aromas will energize your holiday table.
Allow guests to take home the fresh fruits for a wonderful favor.
Hi — I’m Madison, the cozy-home obsessed girl behind Dreamy Home Style. I believe your home should feel like a warm hug the moment you walk in — and I share ideas that are beautiful, soft, and totally you.
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