Well, the title really says it all. This Christmas (like Thanksgiving) looks a lot different in terms of party size. But just because the “guest count” is say 4 vs 14, doesn’t mean that busting out (or buying if needed) those festive holiday plates and creating a happy tablescape isn’t just as important. Maybe more? And more doable since it’s fewer people??
Actually, Emily has been really passionate about this. Much like her easy but impactful holiday decor hacks, adding a couple of bold and happy elements to your table can change your home and mood drastically. Did you see her adorable Thanksgiving tablescape that she and Birdie designed together?? But for Christmas specifically, it was a special set of plates she got that sparked her current tablescape enthusiasm. Keep reading to see them:)
But first, let’s table about color palette. Looking at all of the tables of EHD holiday past they are super pretty but definitely more muted. Lots of golds, whites, and soft greens (and one that featured a lot of blush and was so beautiful). This year, however, Emily is really leaning into a bold red which I’m sure is no surprise if you’ve been following along this year. Color is IMPORTANT right now!
And since her plates were the impetus for this post let’s just start there…
1. Rustic Reindeer Terra Cotta Salad Plates (set of 4) | 2. Festive Stripe Plate | 3. Red Tree Imprinted Appetizer Plate | 4. Vinter Dinner Plate | 5. Small Ceramic Dish | 6. Tall Glass | 7. Inslee Fariss Twelve Days of Christmas Menagerie Juice Glass | 8. Irma Dessert Plate | 9. Irish Coffee Mug | 10. Woodland Trees Plate | 11. Santa Christmas Mug | 12. Ralphie Holiday Mug | 13. Wilshire Jewel Cut Red Double Old-Fashioned Glasses (set of 4) | 14. Dapper Animal Holiday Salad Plate | 15. Holiday Snowflake Salad Plate
I mean how cute is all of this dinnerware?? So I will stop the suspense and tell you that #2 are the Henderson holiday plates this year. Emily loves the bold color and graphic stripes and I totally agree. So I took the bold and graphic note and found #4 and #10. But if you like to keep things more subtle then I LOVE #1, #3, and #15. Also, note that most if not all of these plates are salad/appetizer/dessert size. This way you don’t need to buy an entire dinnerware set but instead, add a little something-something to your everyday dinnerware.
Same goes for glasses and mugs. They are SUCH a cute addition without breaking the bank… unless you want to go big:) #7 and #12 are so whimsical but definitely look to be on the fragile side so depending on the ages (or clumsiness) of your family you might want to take that into consideration. But #9 and #11 are really cute and by the looks of them, a little sturdier for the young ones (maybe just add hot chocolate instead of an Irish coffee:))
Onto table linens!
1. Cotton Fair Isle Tablecloth | 2. Quadri Reversible Placemat | 3. Gold Metal Charger | 4. Maxwell Green Round Easy-Care Placemat | 5. Multi-Plaid Table Runner | 6. Watercolor Nutcracker Napkins (set of 4) | 7. Windowpane Table Runner | 8. Round Placemats (set of 2) | 9. Fete Dark Green Cotton Napkin | 10. Sketsi Table Runner | 11. Holiday Windowpane Plaid Table Runner | 12. Multi-Plaid Tablecover | 13. Plaid Placemat | 14. Bonita Red Fringe Napkin | 15. Table Runner Cotton Jacquard
Now here is where things get cute and super affordable. You could literally not change a single dish but throw a table linen on and it’s instant holiday cheer (that takes up less storage space). For tablecloths, you can’t go wrong with #1 or #12 (though #12 will hide spills better). But that’s where placemats can help! #4 is SUCH a showstopper and since it’s like faux leather, are really easy to clean (it comes in a bunch of other colors too like red:)) Then for a table runner, #7 and #10 are so sweet and are a little more on the modern side. Lastly napkins. #6 is secretly stealing my heart but #14 is just an easy slam dunk.
Last but not least some cute table serveware and decor:)
1. VINTER Bowl | 2. Marble & Brass Cake Stand | 3. Holiday Plaid Enamel + Wood Serving Tray | 4. Prancer Place Card Holder | 5. Tree Serving Tray | 6. VINTER Platter | 7. Ceramic Bowl | 8. Flatware Stocking (set of 4) | 9. Metal Salad Servers
Emily has and loves #3. It’s the perfect balance of traditional and casual AND you could use it the whole holiday season as general decor in our house. But I can’t get over how great #1 and #6 are from Ikea. So simple, pretty, and affordable. Also how freaking sweet are those utensil stockings and place card holders? Are they necessary no, but do they add a lot of joy?? Well, I think so.
So that’s our little two cents on decorating your holiday dinner table. A bold color and some cheeky but pretty accessories might just help add in some cheer. But clearly, if you don’t feel like it, it doesn’t mean it won’t be just as joyful. We are just here if you need ideas:) Happy Saturday.
Love you, mean it.
Opening Photo Credits: Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp | From: How to Create a Casual, Affordable and Beautiful Holiday Tablescape (All With Target)
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