Just as important as decorating your house, decorating your table for the all-important Christmas dinner is an essential part of festive home design. With some unique and special touches, your dining table can become a central feature of your room and set the atmosphere for the big day.

Garland Runner
Rather than a traditional table runner made of cloth, opt for the much more festive option of a garland. Use tinsel or a fir tree garland (real or fake) draped along the centre, plus add some pinecones and cinnamon sticks for a truly Christmassy feel.

Dried Orange Slices
Why not add some dried orange slices to the mix? Not only will they brighten your table, but they’ll also make it smell warm and fruity. If table gifts are your thing, tie your dried orange slices onto the presents for a more interesting addition to your wrapping than paper labels. Fun, festive and fruity!

Don’t Just Decorate the Table!
Add a special touch to your chairs as well as your table by adding fir tree wreaths, reindeer ornaments and raw-edge ribbon to the backs. Plus for festive practicality as well as festive cheer, write the names of your guests on tags to show where they’ll be sat.

Go Vintage
Though your day will be filled with new memories and new gifts, add some old with vintage additions to your table. Hunt down antique baubles, vintage style paper and a retro nutcracker or two for a classic, elegant spread.

If you can’t find the perfect pieces to decorate your table with, take the holiday season to hone your DIY skills and craft the exact accessories you’re looking for – dry your orange slices, cut your fir-tree garland and create your own ornaments. However, you decorate your dining table, make it look, smell and feel unique and beautifully festive to compliment your Christmas dinner.