Tablescape inspiration can come from the strangest places. The
inspiration for this table came from none other than Melissa’s Produce.
Considering the lack of produce used here, this may give you pause for thought.
The truth is, in addition to their quality produce, they also offer a wide
variety of beautiful gift baskets. A couple of years ago the red sleigh basket that I used
as the centerpiece was among their offerings, this one filled with beautiful apples. I thought it would make a
lovely addition to this year’s table alongside my mother’s Santa carrying a
tree.
I filled the basket with bits of greenery in which I interwove
tiny battery powered lights. I then added a couple of wrapped gifts using
fabulous wrapping paper that I got this year and I’m crazy about! It was pure
serendipity that it matched the napkins, also a purchase this year from Pottery
Barn.
The Christmas tree candle holders were my mother’s at one time. I am totally in love with these, and used sturdy colonial candles in them.
The greenery placemats are from Pier 1, a number of years ago,
as are the plaid plates on top of them. Every time I use these, I get lots of
comments. The salad plates on top are called “Christmas Tunes" and are from
222 Fifth.
The cranberry stemware that works so well here, giving the table a jewel-toned glow, is a product of Avon from years ago; the flatware was my mother’s as well.
Napkins, as mentioned above, are from Pottery Barn. I cannot emphasize enough the fabulous quality of their napkins. They are heavy duty, wash beautifully, and always keep their shape. Sadly, I have forgotten the source of the pine cone napkin rings.
Yet another lovely addition to this table are the miniature baskets (my mother’s as well -- she used to set a stunning table), that I filled with mint-filled chocolate Penguins that my little granddaughter was selling as a part of a fundraiser for Brownie troop.
Make your Christmas dining merry and bright!
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