Wow your guests with my tips for 5 simple ways to create a cozy winter wonderland tablescape.
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Cozy Winter Dinner Party
January is quickly coming to a close, which means that it’s time for a brand new month of supper club. Over the past year, the posts that make up this two-part monthly blog series have become some of my favorites to write. I hope you enjoy this series as much as my blogging friends and I do.
We’ve covered a range of holidays and seasons in the past. From tips to style a Galentine’s Day brunch to ideas for how to host a spring garden party, and just about everything in between!
We have so many fun things planned for the new year. I hope you’ll check back the last week of each month to join us. And if you need ideas for an upcoming event or would like to catch up on any of our past supper club parties, click [HERE].
Today, we’re excited to share some tips and inspiration for how to style a cozy winter table. A new month also means a new guest. This time we’re thrilled to welcome Jessica from The Old Barn. I hope you’ll take some time to visit Jessica’s blog and see more of her beautiful style.
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5 Ways To Create A Cozy Winter Wonderland Tablescape
I don’t know what the weather is like where you live, but here in the Midwest, the temps can get downright frigid in the winter. This time of year I crave all things cozy, and I love to make our home feel warm and comforting with the addition of some simple decor staples. Even our dining room table got cozied up for the winter.
Today I’m sharing 5 simple items you can use to create a cozy winter wonderland tablescape. I promise that it’s easier than you may think. And if you like to decorate for each of the seasons, you may already have what you need right at home.
Add Texture With Fabrics
One of the ways I like to make tablescapes eye-catching and interesting is by using a variety of fabrics to add texture and color.
For this table, I drew inspiration from these deep green napkins and some plush gray mittens.
The sleek linen napkins add an elegant touch, while the soft, wool mittens give the table all of the cozy winter wonderland feels.
The mittens also make the perfect little pocket holder for my favorite gold silverware.
Here, a chunky knit blanket from my collection of throws doubles as a table runner. The blanket is a fun way to style the table with something a bit unexpected. And the creamy white color adds an extra wintry touch.
Use White Dishes
You don’t need special themed dishes to style a beautiful table.
This everyday cream stoneware set is one of my favorite place settings to use, and it has made quite a few appearances here on the blog.
What I love most about white dishes is how timeless and classic they are. A look that works well for a winter table.
Include Some Greenery
I love to use greenery in my winter decor, and my tablescape is no exception. For my cozy winter wonderful table, I used the same realistic pine garland from Afloral that I used in my Christmas tablescape.
I draped it down the center of the table and mixed in a few flocked pinecones and some twigs for a bit of added texture.
Since I reused the same garland from the holidays, I saved money and I am able to enjoy the pretty wintery greenery for just a bit longer.
Create A Simple Centerpiece
A centerpiece is always a great conversation starter, but it doesn’t have to be fancy or cost a lot of money to make.
Recently I made this DIY winter hurricane candle holder with just a bit of Epsom salt, some sprigs of greenery, and a few battery-operated candles that I already had on hand.
I love how the salt glistens like fresh snow when the light hits it just right. When I’m ready to take the centerpiece apart, I can just pour it out, to use it again later.
And because I have a soft spot for things that sparkle, I couldn’t resist adding a few mercury glass trees to the table as well.
Add A Bit Of Ambiance
To finish the table I added a bit of ambiance with a few candles.
I already mentioned how much I love these battery-operated candles. They work on a timer so I can just flip the switch and then forget about them. No need to stress about an open flame and I enjoy that I don’t have to hassle with constantly turning them off and on.
Then to give the table an extra cozy glow, I added some mercury glass votives. They tie in perfectly with my trees and the rest of the winter theme, don’t you think?
5 Ways To Create A Cozy Winter Wonderland Tablescape
Thanks for stopping by! I hope that these 5 simple ideas I shared for ways to create a winter wonderland place setting inspire you to style a cozy tablescape of your own.
If you’d like to recreate the look, I’ve linked most of the decor and dishware below for easy shopping. Just click on the photos to see more.
More Cozy Winter Dinner Party Inspiration
Next, visit Stacy at Bricks ‘n Blooms, and be sure to take time to see all of the winter tablescape ideas linked below. Then, don’t forget to check out our menu, which includes my recipe for the perfect winter white sangria. If you love cozy comfort food, you won’t want to miss this one!
Xoxo,
Jen at Midwest Life and Style | Stacy at Bricks ‘n Blooms | Anne & AnnMarie at Simply2Moms
Rachel at The Ponds Farmhouse | Jessica at The Old Barn | Michele at Vintage Home Designs
Kim Waldorf says
Love your table, Jen! The gold accents are beautiful and the wool mittens add such whimsy!
midwestlifeandstyle says
Thank you, Kim. The gold silverware and mercury glass trees are some of my favorite pieces. And the mittens were just too cute to pass up. I thought they were the perfect finishing touch for my winter table.
Jessica Starr says
Your winter table is so pretty! I love the mittens and hurricanes with he greenery! So much inspiration!
midwestlifeandstyle says
Thanks so much, Jessica!
AnnMarie - Simply2Moms says
Jen I love everything about your cozy winter tablescape. From the greenery to the diy hurricane candle holders to the cozy mittens for your flatware. Just perfect! Pinned!
midwestlifeandstyle says
Thank you, AnnMarie! I always look forward to our supper club get-togethers and seeing all of the creative ways everyone decorates their tables.
Linda Johnston says
Those large mercury glass trees are perfect for a winter table. They can stay out all season long! Cute mittens
midwestlifeandstyle says
Thank you, Linda. Yes, I used them at Christmastime too and love that I can keep them out all winter long.
Cindy@CountyRoad407 says
I would love to sit at this gorgeous wintery table with the gals! Love the mitten idea. Everything is so cozy.
midwestlifeandstyle says
Thank you so much, Cindy. We’d love to have you join us some time!
Rachel says
The use of the knit blanket and mittens is so creative!! What a cozy dinner table to sit down at. I love the scalloped edges on your plates…they are so pretty! Thanks for sharing!
midwestlifeandstyle says
Thank you so much, Rachel. I’m so glad you like it as much as I do.
Michele Howell says
Such a beautiful table Jen! I love the greenery and the beautiful hurricane you made!
midwestlifeandstyle says
Thank you so much, Michele!
Paula@SweetPea says
I love how you used a mitten on each plate. So creative!
midwestlifeandstyle says
Thank you, Paula. I’m so glad you like it!
Rachel Harper says
Jen,
I love your winter tablescape. The mittens and centerpiece are both my favs.
midwestlifeandstyle says
Thank you, Rachel.
stacy says
Jen your table looks beauatiful! I love the mitten idea holding the silverware. What a great idea!
midwestlifeandstyle says
Thanks so much, Stacy. I though the mittens were a fun way to add to the cozy winter theme.