Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Christmas Morning Tablescape

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!

I am linking to Between Naps on the Porch for Tablescape Thursday. Check it out to see tons of great tablescapes by talented bloggers.

4 comments:

  1. Love seeing your decorations evolve..your table turned out so beautiful...love the basket of ornaments...

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  2. I'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!

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  3. What 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.
    Be a sweetie and Merry Chritstmas,
    Shelia :)

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  4. 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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