One of my favorite things about the holidays is setting a pretty table. My sister and I inherited our love of all things entertaining from my mom. She did everything so beautifully and with such grace. Every time I set a table I think of both of my parents who always worked as a team when they had friends or family. This year I created a classic table inspired by the plaid tablecloth. Once I saw it I knew it would be perfect.
KEEPING IT CLASSIC
I will forever love plaid and feel like you can never go wrong with tartan. The tablecloth is very well priced and needed very little steaming. I added garlands we already had along with a handful of gold ornaments and candle sticks from my mom (these are similar).
The flatware was a nice addition this year (as most of our spoons and forks had disappeared). We use these vintage water glasses daily. I really like the design and the weight of them.
This year I tied these wreaths on the back of each chair. They are the perfect size. First I used a strip of velvet to loop around the chair (used my glue gun to secure the velvet pieces together).
Then I tied a separate bow and again used the glue gun to stick it to the loop. That way you are not wasting ribbon with extra knots and such. It also gives a really clean look.
These green napkins are wonderful quality (other colors available) and are ideal for folding into trees. I just placed a tiny velvet ribbon and name card at the top of each one. I always order this ribbon (burgundy) in two sizes during this time of year. I use it throughout the house on garlands, trees and wreaths. The small ribbon on the napkins is 3/8″ and the bows on the chairs is the 1 1/2″.
CLASSIC FINDS
- flatware
- candlesticks (set of 2)
- wreaths (set of 2)
- napkins
- candlesticks (set of 3)
- gold ornaments
- black chairs
- tablecloth
HOW-TO COMING UP
Stay tuned for my next post where I’ll show you how to fold these cute napkin trees. So easy and they look darling in person. Even my teenagers were going nuts over them.
SALES I’M SHOPPING
- Loft has 50% off right now. I am loving these sequin pants!!!
- This Boden blouse is beautiful. Use code: N2Q8
- The Green Machine is still on sale – used ours last night on one of our rugs
- Minted is 25% off with free shipping. Ordering our cards today.
MY GIFT GUIDES
Have a wonderful day, my friend. I am planning to do some baking after I wrap up some work projects. And then cheer on my hockey player!
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