Whether dining with friends or gathering with family, setting the mood for a special holiday meal begins with a festive table. With a little creativity, setting the perfect holiday scene does not need to take too much time or money. Here are a few tips that won’t blow the budget:
Centrepieces
•Wrap small boxes with gift wrap and ribbon and place along the tabletop for a fun touch of whimsy.
•Tie curled ribbon around candle stick holders. This dresses up your regular table topper and adds a colourful touch.
•Fill different glasses with water and float cranberries on top. Arrange as a centrepiece and add sparkle with floating candles.
Place Settings
•If you don’t have a complete set of dishes or silverware, don’t dismay. Place mismatched dishes around the table and tie the look together with an accent colour, such as cheerful red napkins. This is a simple and inexpensive way to create a holiday table that is uniquely you.
•Make a sleek silver cylinder of AFTER EIGHT mint chocolate Straws the focus of each place setting – it’s an eye-catching and thoughtful gift for your guests.
•Add festive flare to everyday napkin rings by tying on jingle bells or tucking in sprigs of holly.
Place Cards
•Print lines from your favourite holiday song, poem or story on each place card. It’s a nice conversation starter and will set the festive tone.
•If you like to bake, why not make holiday cookies iced with each guest’s name or initial?
•Anchor each place card with an AFTER EIGHT leaf chocolate as a sweet treat for your guests.
A few creative ideas can make a designer-style holiday table that will dazzle your guests, without taking a bite out of your wallet. Bon appétit!
