The holiday season is upon us once again!
It’s time to deck those halls and get your home looking festive for the most wonderful time of the year.
A beautiful Christmas tablescape is one of the best ways to spread some seasonal cheer.
The centerpiece serves as the focal point and really sets the tone for your holiday decor.
There are so many fun, creative ways to dress up your table and make it shine.
From simplicity to over-the-top elegance, your options are endless!
I’ll describe each idea in detail and provide tips to help you easily recreate these looks at home.
Let’s get started decking those tables and spreading the Christmas cheer!
Keep reading for 13 sensational centerpieces that will wow your holiday guests.
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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.
Lay the dazzling snowflake runner down the center of your holiday table for an elegant statement centerpiece that reflects the shimmering beauty of the winter season.
The neutral burlap backdrop lets the glistening snowflakes really shine.
Rustic Birch Log Candle Holders
Create a gorgeous, natural centerpiece with chunky birch log candle holders.
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.
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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!
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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.
Winter Woodland Pinecone Centerpiece
Create an enchanted winter woodland scene by artfully arranging pinecones of all sizes into a lush, organic centerpiece.
Accented with wood slices, faux snow, and fairy lights, this nature design brings magical ambiance to your holiday table.
Gather pinecones in a range of sizes – from tiny 1-inch cones to giant 6-8 inch pinecones.
Arrange the pinecones artistically on a silver tray, flat platter, or table runner so they resemble snow-dusted trees in a forest.
Nestle in pieces of birch logs, slotted wood slices, and clusters of acorns to add woodsy texture.
Fill any gaps with cotton batting or acrylic snow to mimic glistening snow drifts.
Incorporate faux icicles, glittery branches, and silver ball ornaments.
Weave sparkling fairy lights in and around the pinecones.
Their soft glow against the wintry pinecone forest creates such an enchanting ambiance!
This natural centerpiece transports your guests into a peaceful, moonlit winter wonderland.
Red Berry Holiday Candlescape
Simple white candles ringed with lush red berries and evergreen foliage make a gorgeous minimalist centerpiece.
The bold contrast between the crimson berries and creamy candles is so striking.
Start with clusters of tall taper and pillar candles in white, ivory, or silver.
Arrange them in a line down the center of the table or in a circular candelabra.
Wind fresh Cranberry strings or beads of fake red berries around the bases of the candles and stemware.
Tuck in sprigs of cedar, pine, magnolia leaves, and red hypericum berries for pops of green and texture.
Accent with gold mercury glass votive holders and a few pinecones.
The crimson berries ringed around the glowing candles create such an elegant, organic holiday scene with minimal effort!
Rustic Woodland Nativity Centerpiece
Create a sacred, spiritual centerpiece with a mini nativity scene nestled into a rustic woodland display.
This reverent design will remind guests of the true reason for the season.
Begin with a wood slab, birch log, or wooden tray as the base.
Arrange natural elements like pinecones, acorns, bird nests, and clippings from an evergreen tree to create a woodland scene.
Nestle in fragrant greens like eucalyptus, cedar, rosemary, and boxwood.
Now lovingly arrange your mini nativity set featuring Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus in the manger.
Dot the rest of the woodland with battery-operated candles or fairy lights to create a warm, sacred glow.
The Focus on the Holy Family surrounded by rustic nature elements makes such a beautiful, meaningful Christmas centerpiece for your holiday table.
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Pomegranate Holiday Table Runner
One simple way to create a festive centerpiece is adorning your table runner with fresh winter fruits and greenery.
For an exotic twist, decorate your runner with ruby-red pomegranates speckled among evergreen sprigs.
Start with a cotton table runner in a holiday hue like evergreen, ivory, or gold.
Wire or hot glue on sprigs of pine, magnolia leaves, cedar, and slices of seeded eucalyptus for wintry foliage down the length of the runner.
Next, tuck in vibrant red pomegranates singly or in small clusters in between the greenery.
Accent with gold votives or tea lights nestled in glass votive holders.
Allow the pomegranates and candles to spill slightly over the edges of the runner.
The juicy red pomegranates dotted throughout the fresh evergreen foliage make such a striking centerpiece.
The decadent fruits and soft candlelight create a luxurious holiday tablescape with very little effort required!
I hope this guide provided you with ample Christmas table centerpiece inspiration to deck your halls this holiday season!
Don’t be afraid to think outside the box and get creative with nature elements, theme colors, and whimsical accents.
The right centerpiece can really set the tone for your whole holiday decor scheme.
Plus, it makes a wonderful conversational focal point for you and your guests throughout your Christmas gatherings.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, start simple with fresh evergreens, candles, and classic red and green accents.
Don’t be afraid to repurpose what you have around the house already.
Any effort to dress up your table helps get into the holiday spirit!
Wishing you a warm, joyful holiday season surrounded by loved ones.
May your home be filled with the magical glow, nostalgic scents, and beauty of Christmas!
Let me know if you need any other design tips as you deck those halls.
Happy holidays!
