It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year!
Christmas morning is so special. What a day to celebrate God's love and blessings. For us, Christmas morning is a time for a very special tradition. Not only do we make the kids' favorite meal of the year, we spend a lazy morning opening gifts, but a time to reflect on God's gift to us, His Son, Jesus Christ. Today I am setting the table for Christmas morning breakfast. Before we get started, I wanted to show you the garland that my 14 year old son put up as one of his Christmas decorating projects this year. He gave this garland a lot of thought and it took him forever...but it was so worth the wait. I am so impressed...maybe I am biased, but I can't help it. Man, I love that boy. {There is no way I could have done this at his age.}
So back to the table. I gathered up a few things to get started and don't forget to get rid of those chairs while you are setting the table. A clear path makes it so much easier to set the table. I also have to bribe the dog to take her nap somewhere else.
I am using a simple tray for my centerpiece. A piece of garland went in next and then a pile of colorful, glass balls went on top.
I made sure to pull a few evergreen sprigs through the sides of the tray to give it a more natural look. Also, I tucked a few pine cones and glass balls down a bit lower so there was some interest when you were looking at the tray from the side.
The tablecloth is another homemade special {Thanks Mom!} from fabric that I found at JoAnn Fabric. I love the polka dots.
Placemats...
Red Chargers...
Everyday Plates...
Our Fun Christmas Dishes {A closer shot of them is coming up!}...
Everyday Silverware...
Napkins...
And Glasses.
I love the polka dot napkins layered over solid green napkins. {Thanks for the napkins too, Mom! :-) I LOVE them.}
Don't be afraid to drink wine for breakfast. Just kidding! Don't be afraid to let your wine glasses do a little multi-tasking to bring a little fun or elegance to your table. Hubby and I are using wine glasses for orange juice. It's just a special touch to a special meal on a special day.
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas!
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Love seeing your decorations evolve..your table turned out so beautiful...love the basket of ornaments...
ReplyDeleteI'm always drawn to polka dots -- they add such fun to a table! Your son's garland and other decorations are really striking! He has talent, for sure!
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty table and I loved seeing you build it for us! That's such a simple but elegant looking centerpiece. I may have to do this too.
ReplyDeleteBe a sweetie and Merry Chritstmas,
Shelia :)
I agree with Shelia, it's neat to see how someone puts a table together and this one is really beautiful!
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