A combination of candles and baby's breath makes a decorative Christmas centerpiece.
A centerpiece is a colorful or artistic way to bring attention to your dining room table while celebrating the current holiday or season. You can put together your own centerpiece by purchasing some of your favorite items from the floral shop or craft store, or buy a signature piece for the middle of your table that is sure to draw impressive looks each time guests enter the dining room.
Candles
Arranging candles of varying sizes in the center of the table is visually appealing, particularly when lit for a fancy dinner. Neutral shades like tan, white or medium brown are attractive on a table of virtually any color while certain candle hues are indicative of a certain season, like cranberry red and pumpkin orange for fall or vivid shades of orange and yellow for spring or summer. You can accent the candles by laying a wreath of synthetic leaves or wines around them or placing small bundles of flowers in between the candles.
Fruit
Edible dining room centerpieces are both aesthetically pleasing and a clever way to occupy your guests while you put the finishing touches on dinner. For instance, fill a dark brown or brunt orange wooden bowl with almonds, red and green apples and dried fruits like pears and cranberries. The fruit colors will complement the bowl hue well, and you can keep replacements on hand so you can replenish the bowl to maintain the decorative appearance of the centerpiece after your loved ones have indulged. Or you can use fruit on a non-edible fashion to make the dining room table the center of attention. Slice grapefruit or oranges, and place them along the sides of a glass vase. Fill the vase with fresh herbs like basil and sprigs of thyme and water, and place flowers that match the citrus hues in the vase, like orange tulips or yellow roses.
Baskets and Vases
Select a vase or basket with a clever or original look for your dining room table centerpiece to create a modern feel. For instance, a large triangular vase in a deep purple or red hue in the center of a black table can serve as the only pop of color in the room. Or you can select a diamond-shaped basket woven in varying shades of brown and red and filled with potpourri for a fragrant and textured addition to the dining room.
Photos
Whether for a family member's birthday or a holiday that is important to your loved ones, a photo centerpiece can be both artistic and thoughtful. For instance, house black and white pictures of you and your spouse at your wedding, sharing a kiss or welcoming your children into the world in silver frames to commemorate 25 years of marriage. Accent the circle of photos with a wreath of irises, the bloom that symbolizes the anniversary. Or place three or four photos in a line across the center of the table showcasing your child's first steps, first day of school or accomplishments in sports as a birthday tribute. Choose frames in the family members favorite color, and garnish the photo group with flower petal confetti to further customize the centerpiece.
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