Give your dining room table a festive holiday makeover with these DIY Christmas table decorations for inspiration.
Whether you want to decorate your table for a holiday bash or a cozy family dinner, these Christmas table decor ideas will surely impress your guests and visitors and make your table sparkle and shine.
These DIY projects will add a personal touch to your holiday celebrations and make it a Christmas to remember! You will find DIY place cards, place settings, tablescapes, Christmas centerpiece ideas, and more to choose from.
From rustic woodland charm to dazzling modern chic elegance, there are DIY Christmas decorations that will match any home decor style. Whether you are looking for dining room table decor, coffee table decorations, or even entryway table decorating ideas, there are plenty of Christmas tabletop decorations for inspiration.
Ready to transform your dining area into a magical winter wonderland on a budget? Grab your craft supplies and make one of these festive holiday table decorations.
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Place Cards and Place Settings
Elegant Rustic Woodland Table from Elizabeth Anne Designs
Cheap Mini Stocking Silverware Holder (source unknown)
mini stockings from Dollar Tree, silverware, napkins
Christmas Tree Folded Napkin from Publix
Easy Snowmen Place Setting from Stager Linda
Simple Candy Cane Place Card (source unknown)
Use three candy canes by attaching them in a tripod formation so that they sit up.
DIY Santa Napkin Rings from The Cottage at the Crossroads
Natural Evergreen Place Setting from A Spoonful of Sugar
Boxwood Wreath Place Card from On Sutton Place
Rustic Woodland Place Setting from White Buffalo Styling Co.
Cranberry Wreath Place Cards from Say Yes
Rosemary Wreath Place Card from Spoon Fork Bacon
Rosemary Wreath
fresh rosemary + twine
Holiday Napkin Bundles
cinnamon sticks, twine, evergreen sprigs, neutral-colored linen napkins
Pine Cone Place Cards
You can even frost the pinecones with Mod Podge, silver glitter, and fake snow.
Simple & Natural Table Setting from On Sutton Place
Candy Candy Place Card from Spoonful of Sugar
Rosemary Wreath from The Happier Homemaker
DIY Place Cards from Gimme Some Oven
Ornament Place Cards (source unknown)
Reindeer Place Cards from The Idea Room
Christmas Tablescapes
Red Striped Table from The Lily Pad Cottage
Scandinavian Christmas Decorations (source unknown)
Simple Cranberry and Pine Centerpieces from Yellow Bliss Road
Charming Holiday Brunch Table from Sugar and Charm
Holiday Table from Yummy Mummy Kitchen
Colorful Table from A Pretty Life in the Suburbs
Red, White & Gold Holiday Tablescape from Citrine Living
Fresh Green Table from Shades of Blue Interiors
Rustic Red Country Table from House by Hoff
Simple Table Decor from Finding Home Farms
Modern Gold and White Table from Inspired by This
Winter White Table from Stone Gable
White and Silver Holiday Tablescape from Citrine Living
Holiday Holly Table Runner from 17 Apart
Rustic Burlap Tablescape from Wild Ruffle
Christmas Centerpiece Table Decorations
Candle Ring Centerpiece from Sweet Something Design
Easy Holly Centerpiece from 33 Shades of Green
Simple and Pretty Centerpiece from A Pretty Life in the Suburbs
5 Minute Luminaries from Today’s Creative Life
Floating Candles and Holly Berry Centerpiece (source unknown)
Cranberry Candle Holder Centerpieces (source unknown)
Candle Centerpiece (source unknown)
cake stand, berry garland, various-sized pillar candles
DIY Evergreen Centerpiece from Celebrate and Decorate
Basket with Faux Birch Logs from Design Dazzle
10 Minute Crate Centerpiece from A Piece of Rainbow
Snowy Mason Jar from Deco Art
Joy Mason Jar Centerpiece (source unknown)
mason jars, red spray paint, burlap ribbon, white acrylic paint, stencils, berry sprays
Cranberry Lantern (source unknown)
lantern, faux cranberries, white pillar candle, ribbon, evergreen clippings, feather
Easy Cranberry Centerpiece from Rosyscription
Cranberry Centerpiece from Midwest Living
Floral Christmas Centerpieces
Holiday Roses Centerpiece from Not Your Standard
Floral Centerpiece from Grateful Prayer Thankful Heart
Candy Cane Centerpiece from Living Well Spending Less
Poinsettias & Evergreen (source unknown)
Holiday Centerpiece from Ocean Front Shack
Neutral & Farmhouse Christmas Centerpieces
Cake Stand Centerpiece for Kitchen Table from Stone Gable
Raised Table Runner from Thrifty and Chic
Eucalyptus Wrapped Pillar Candles from Musings on Momentum
Holiday Dining Table Centerpiece from Confessions of a Serial DIYer
Etched Glass Centerpiece from Love Create Celebrate
Simple Table Decor from Edith and Evelyn
Woodland Coffee Table Centerpiece (source unknown)
DIY Birch Candle Holders from Nina Hendrick
Birch Candles and Pine Branch Centerpiece from Brandi Sawyer
Natural Evergreen Centerpiece (source unknown)
pine cones, pine clippings, candle holders, candles, vases
Birch Table Centerpiece from Fynes Designs
Farmhouse Pitcher Centerpiece
farmhouse pitcher, plaid ribbon, baby’s breath, berry stems
Other Centerpieces
Cheap and Easy Snowman Hat (source unknown)
coffee can, plastic plate, black spray paint, ribbons, picks, faux snow, jingle bells or other accents
Santa Claus Can Centerpiece from Sew Many Ways
Christmas Candles from Creative Me Inspired by You
Snowball Ornament Centerpiece from Everyday Home
Candy Cane Lantern (source unknown)
DIY Candy Cane Topiary With Santa Hats from DIY Candy
Peppermint Candle Tray for Coffee Table (source unknown)
Dollar Tree Candles from Passionate Penny Pincher
Rustic Table Decorations
DIY Christmas Centerpiece from Shanty 2 Chic
Wooden Box from The Country Cottage Chic
DIY Pallet Wood Box from A Night Owl
Mini Christmas Tree Rustic Box Centerpiece
Natural Tablescape from Sweet Something Design
Holiday Log Centerpiece from Jenna Burger
Galvanized Tray from Priscillas
Rustic and Natural Centerpiece (source unknown)
lighted branches (or regular ones), pinecones, moss, bark garland
Snowy Pinecone Jars from Crafts by Amanda
Snowy Candle Centerpiece
Shabby Chic Planter from Confessions of a Plate Addict
Christmas Wooden Box from The Idea Room
Rustic Wood Box Centerpiece from Far Above Rubies
Chic, Glam & Colorful Christmas Table Centerpieces
DIY Winter Woodland Glam Centerpieces from Setting for Four
Glitter Painted Holiday Bottles from Tidy Mom
Winter Vases from Taryn Whitetaker
Ornament Bowls
round glass bowls or candle holders, ornaments, sprays, ribbon
Vases With Ornaments & Fairy Lights (source unknown)
Ornament Christmas Centerpiece from Mamma Papera
Hershey's Kisses Vase from Smart School House
Quick Candy Vase from Good Housekeeping
Easy Holiday Centerpiece from A Night Owl
Candy Cane Stripped Candles from Ann’s Bridal Bargains
Wine Bottle and Wine Glass Centerpieces
Let it Snow Dioramas from PopSugar
Wine Glass Candle Holders (source unknown)
Joy Bottles (source unknown)
Snowy Bottles for Coffee Table from Cleverly Inspired
Wine Bottle Candleholders (source unknown)
Other Christmas Table Decorations
Gold Dipped Holiday Glasses from Momtastic
Snowflake Linen Table Runner from Everyday Dishes
Budget-Friendly Dollar Store Plates from Classy Clutter
Dining Room Table Chairs (source unknown)
Ornament Chandelier for Dining Room Table
Christmas Table Decorations FAQ
Centerpieces are Key: Start with a stunning centerpiece that fits your space. This could be as simple as a vase filled with seasonal florals, a bowl of colorful ornaments, or a wood box with pine cones, evergreen clippings, and candles. Incorporate elements like pine branches, holly, cranberries, dried oranges, or cinnamon sticks into your centerpiece for a natural and aromatic touch.
Table Runners and Placemats: Set the stage with a festive table runner or placemats. Choose colors that complement your holiday decor.
Festive Place Settings: Use holiday-themed dishes, or add a festive touch to plain dishes with decorative chargers beneath them. Fold your napkins creatively and consider adding a small ornament or a sprig of evergreen as a special touch.
Place Cards for a Personal Touch: Create your own place cards for a personalized feel.
Lighting: Soft lighting can create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Place a few candles on the table or add fairy lights to your centerpiece.
Don't Forget the Little Details: Small touches like festive napkin rings, red bows tied to the chairs, and decorative napkins can make a big difference.
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